Cuminum cyminum L.
Cumin is a core aromatic spice for food manufacturers, spice blenders and wholesale buyers. It is valued for its warm aroma, relatively strong flavor and broad use in dry seasoning blends, marinades and prepared food applications.
| English name | Cumin |
| German name | Kreuzkümmel |
| Latin name | Cuminum cyminum L. |
| Botanical family | Apiaceae |
| Commercial part | Seeds |
| Supply forms | Whole seed, crushed, ground |
Commercial specification may cover seed size, aroma, purity, foreign matter, moisture, grinding level and packing format.
