France Market Access — Now Duty Free
France's food industry sources cumin for spice blends, particularly for North African-influenced cuisine (couscous, merguez, ras el hanout). French spice houses import European Quality grade cumin. The organic sector is growing rapidly, with bio-certified cumin commanding premium pricing.
🇫🇷 India-EU FTA: Zero Duty to France
As of January 27, 2026, Indian psyllium, cumin, and spices enter France (and all EU member states) at 0% import duty under the India-EU FTA. Castor oil tariffs are being phased to 0% over 10 years.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Purity | 99.5%+ |
| Moisture | Maximum 10% |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 0.5% |
| Cleaning | Double Sortex |
| Volatile Oil | Minimum 2.5% |
| HS Code | 0909.31 |
| Import Duty (France) | 0% (immediate for spices) |
Eagle Quality (Sortex Cleaned) — For France Market
Eagle Quality is the highest commercial grade of Indian cumin — double sortex cleaned to achieve 99.5%+ purity. Free from dust, splits, and foreign seeds. Preferred for direct retail shelves and premium spice brands. Higher volatile oil content (≥2.5%) delivers superior aroma and flavor. Each batch is gravity-separated and lab-tested for cuminaldehyde content.
Shipping to Le Havre
- 20ft containers (16-18 MT) or 40ft containers (22-24 MT)
- Lead time: 20-24 days from Mundra to Le Havre
- Multi-ply paper bags with PE liner, 25kg net weight, palletized
- Weekly sailings via major carriers
- Full documentation: EUR.1 Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Phytosanitary Certificate, COA, COO
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Pricing & Value
With the India-EU FTA eliminating import duty, France buyers now save on landed cost compared to pre-FTA pricing. Eagle Quality is the highest commercial grade of Indian cumin — double sortex cleaned to achieve 99.5%+ purity. FOB Mundra pricing includes fumigation and phytosanitary certification. Volume discounts available for quarterly contracts. EUR pricing available. TT in EUR or LC through French banks (BNP Paribas, Société Générale) accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the India-EU FTA affect cumin seeds import duty to France?
As of January 27, 2026, Indian psyllium, cumin, and spices enter France (and all EU member states) at 0% import duty under the India-EU FTA. Castor oil tariffs are being phased to 0% over 10 years. EUR.1 Certificate of Origin required for FTA preferential tariff.
What is the cuminaldehyde content of your cumin seeds?
Our cumin seeds contain 2.0-3.5% cuminaldehyde depending on grade. Eagle quality has the highest concentration (≥2.5%), delivering superior aroma. Each batch is lab-tested and COA provided with volatile oil and cuminaldehyde content.
What is the lead time to Le Havre?
20-24 days ocean transit from Mundra. Weekly sailings available. Add 2-3 days for customs clearance. Total door-to-door: 25-30 days.
Do you offer EU-compliant cumin with pesticide residue testing?
Yes, our European Quality (EQ) grade is specifically processed to meet EU regulation (EC) No 396/2005. Full multi-residue testing (450+ pesticides) per GC-MS/MS method. Certificates provided with every shipment.
What are your payment terms?
LC at sight, 30-60 day LC, CAD, and TT accepted. Volume discounts start at 20 MT per quarter. EUR pricing available. TT in EUR or LC through French banks (BNP Paribas, Société Générale) accepted.
Can you supply organic certified cumin seeds?
Yes, USDA Organic, EU Organic, and India Organic certified cumin available. Sourced from certified organic farms in Rajasthan and Gujarat. Premium over conventional is approximately 25-35%.