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Nigella Seeds

Peppery, nutty seeds used in bakery, pickles, curries, and spice toppings.

Nigella Seeds, commonly known as Kalonji, are a highly aromatic spice prized for their unique peppery, slightly bitter flavor and rich nutritional profile. Widely used in Middle Eastern, Indian, and global cuisines, nigella is essential in bakery toppings, seasoning blends, pickles, and traditional wellness formulations.
SV Botanica supplies premium-grade Nigella Seeds sourced from trusted farming regions in India, processed in GMP-, ISO-, and FSSAI-certified facilities to ensure purity, safety, and consistent export quality.

Naturally rich in thymoquinone, essential oils, and antioxidants, nigella seeds deliver a distinctive flavor depth and functional benefits for culinary and herbal applications.


Key Benefits

  • Strong, peppery, slightly bitter flavor profile

  • Rich in thymoquinone & natural essential oils

  • Supports traditional wellness & digestive health

  • Ideal for bakery toppings, seasonings & spice blends

  • Enhances flavor complexity in pickling & savory dishes

  • Consistent purity, color & aroma for global markets

  • Versatile for culinary, herbal & nutraceutical use


Applications

  • Bakery toppings (naan, breads, crackers)

  • Spice blends & seasoning mixes

  • Pickles, chutneys & savory formulations

  • Herbal teas, wellness blends & functional foods

  • Ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook foods

  • Retail packaging (whole or powdered)


Available Specifications

  • Machine-Cleaned & Sortex-Cleaned Nigella Seeds

  • Purity: 98%, 99%, 99.5%

  • Moisture: NMT 10%

  • Nigella Powder available (40–80 mesh)

  • Organic grade available

  • Custom sterilization on request


Technical Details

  • Appearance: Small black angular seeds

  • Aroma: Warm, peppery, slightly pungent

  • Flavor: Sharp, earthy, mildly bitter

  • Moisture: Within global export norms

  • Impurities: Controlled as per international standards

  • Microbial Limits: Meets USP/BP/FSSAI specifications


Packaging Information

  • 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg PP / jute bags

  • Food-grade moisture-protective liners

  • Nitrogen-flushed or vacuum-sealed options

  • Custom private-label packaging available


Certifications

Processed or packed in facilities compliant with:
GMP, ISO 22000, FSSAI, Halal, Kosher, FDA-approved units, Organic (optional)


Sourcing & Quality Commitment

SV Botanica sources nigella from Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, regions known for producing high-oil, aromatic black seeds with strong flavor and uniform appearance.

Our quality protocol ensures:

  • Ethical, traceable sourcing

  • Advanced cleaning, grading & color sorting

  • Aroma-preserving handling and storage

  • Batch-wise microbial & purity testing

  • Full compliance with global export requirements

This ensures premium Nigella Seeds suitable for bakery, spice blends, pickling, herbal formulations, food manufacturing, and international distribution.


Shelf Life

12–24 months when stored in a cool, dry, airtight environment away from heat and moisture.

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