Cumin Supply to Mongla Port
Mongla port handles about 40% of Bangladesh's spice imports. Most grinding units sit within 80km radius of the port. Machine Clean grade dominates because local processors need volume over visual appeal. Indian cumin moves through Petrapole-Benapole land route or direct vessel to Mongla. Transit takes 7-10 days by road, 12-15 days by sea. Bangladesh buyers prefer this grade for powder mills because cleaning cost is already absorbed. Price point works better than Singapore Clean for bulk grinding operations.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | Max 13% |
| Purity Level | 94% min (max 6% admixture) |
| Volatile Oil | 1.2-2.0% |
Machine Clean Grade Specifications
This grade sits at 94% purity with max 6% admixture. Moisture stays below 13%. Volatile oil content ranges 1.2-2.0%, which is adequate for powder manufacturing. Machine cleaning removes stalks and heavy impurities but leaves some light foreign matter. For industrial grinding, this works fine because final milling filters out remaining dust. You save 8-12% versus cleaner grades. Oil content still delivers flavor in finished powder products.
Shipping to Mongla
- 20ft container holds 13-14 MT in 25kg PP bags
- Lead time: 10-12 days by road via Benapole, 14-16 days by sea
- Mongla port handles both break bulk and containerized cargo
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Pricing for Bangladesh Market
Machine Clean costs 15-18% less than Singapore Clean grade. For grinding operations, that gap matters. You lose minimal oil content but gain margin. Most Mongla buyers run this through industrial mills anyway, so visual defects don't affect end product. Container economics work better because you can load more weight. Processing plants prefer this for blended masala powder where cumin is one ingredient among many.
Frequently Asked Questions
What moisture level is this Machine Clean grade?
Max 13% moisture content. We test every batch before shipment. This level prevents fungal growth during transit to Mongla and storage in Bangladesh's humid climate.
Why choose Machine Clean grade for industrial grinding?
It costs 15-18% less than cleaner grades. For powder mills, the 6% admixture gets filtered out during milling anyway. You get the same volatile oil content (1.2-2.0%) at better economics.
What's the lead time to Mongla port?
By road via Benapole: 10-12 days. By sea vessel: 14-16 days. Road is faster but sea freight costs less for full container loads. We handle both routes depending on your volume.
Are you certified for exports?
Yes, Asia Agro Exports holds APEDA, FSSAI, and Spices Board certifications. We provide full documentation including phytosanitary certificates.
What are your payment terms?
We accept LC at sight, 30-60 day LC, and TT payment. Flexible terms available for regular buyers.