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Fennel Seeds & Powder

Product Information

Specification Details
HSN Code 09096139
Shelf Life 12-24 months
Type Sortex Cleaned, Machine Cleaned
Grade Europe , Singapore, Lucknowi, IPM
Origin Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab

Fennel Seeds & Powder

Fennel seeds are the dried, small, aromatic fruits of the Foeniculum vulgare herb, a perennial plant belonging to the carrot and parsley family (Apiaceae). While widely referred to as “seeds,” they are botanically the whole dried schizocarps (split fruits) of the plant. They are globally recognized as a premier spice, culinary herb, and raw material for flavor extractions.

Quality / Grade Designation

Purity % (Minimum)

Admixture Allowance (Maximum)

Characteristic

Cleaning Process

Volatile Oil Content (Minimum)

MRL / IPM Limits Compliance

Europe Quality Grade

99.5% to 99.9%

0.1% to 0.5%

Uniform big green seeds

Full Sortex (Optical & de-stoned)

2.5% to 3.5%+ 

Ultra-Strict Compliance

Singapore Quality Grade

99.0%

1.0% 

Bold Thick seeds, Yellowish green

Standard mechanical Machine Cleaned 

1.5% to 2.0% 

Standard Regulatory Compliance

FAQ Grade (Fair Average Quality)

98.0%

2.0% 

Standard Mix

Mechanical sifting and air screening. 

1.0% to 1.5% 

Basic Compliance 

IPM 

99.5% to 99.9%

0.1% to 0.3% 

Uniform big green seeds

Sortex laser cleaned

3.0% to 4.5%)

Absolute Compliance 

  • Mouth freshener: Consumed post-meals to clean breath naturally.
  • Herbal teas: Steeped in water for soothing beverages.
  • Spice blends: Key component in Chinese five-spice powder.
  • Bakery products: Enhances traditional rye breads and biscuits.
  • Liqueur production: Flavors premium spirits like green absinthe.
  • Cosmetic manufacturing: Infused into soaps, perfumes, and creams.
  • Improves digestion: Relaxes muscles to reduce painful bloating.
  • Combats bad breath: Contains antibacterial properties that refresh mouths.
  • Regulates blood pressure: High potassium content stabilizes heart rates.
  • Reduces inflammation: Powerful antioxidants protect body tissue cells.
  • Supports eye health: Vitamin A content promotes clear vision.
  • Purifies the blood: Essential oils help flush out toxins.

Gujarat

Characteristics: bold, thick, and heavy seeds with a balanced yellowish-green tint and a dependable, classic spice aroma.

Preferred Uses: Bulk industrial grinding, spice milling, and standard export lines (like Singapore Quality).

Rajastan

  • Characteristics: Long, highly elongated grains possessing deep fragrance and sharp, intense essential oil profiles driven by arid winter harvests.
  • Preferred Uses: Essential oil extraction, pharmaceutical blending, and herbal tea 

Lucknow( UP)

  • Characteristics: Uniquely thin, small, crisp, bright olive-green seeds with an exceptional, intensely sweet licorice flavor.
  • Preferred Uses: Premium mouth fresheners (Mukhwas) and gourmet confectionery.

Madhya Pradesh

  • Characteristics: Dull green or brownish appearance and a lower overall concentration of natural volatile oils.
  • Preferred Uses: Budget retail packaging, bulk pickling, and low-cost spice blending .
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