Cumin Supply to Tianjin Market
Tianjin Port handles majority of North China's spice imports. Singapore Quality cumin moves through here for Beijing and Hebei processing units. Buyers prefer this grade for international brand contracts where cost matters more than European standards. Container clearance at Tianjin takes 4-6 days with proper documentation. Most shipments go to blending facilities in Tianjin Economic Development Area. Chinese importers buy SQ grade when their clients need consistent quality without paying for European premium. Port has direct rail links to inland spice processing zones.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | Max 10% |
| Purity & Admixture | 99.5% purity, max 0.5% foreign matter |
| Volatile Oil Content | 2.5-4.0% |
Singapore Quality Grade Specifications
This grade holds max 10% moisture and 99.5% purity with only 0.5% foreign matter allowed. Volatile oil content sits between 2.5-4.0%, which gives decent flavor strength for blending work. For spice mix manufacturers, this level works fine because final products get blended with other ingredients anyway. The purity standard keeps machine processing smooth without extra cleaning cycles. Moisture level prevents clumping during pneumatic conveying systems. Oil content delivers enough aroma for retail spice blends without overpowering other components.
Shipping to Tianjin Port
- 20ft containers (12-14 MT) or 40ft containers (24-26 MT)
- Sea freight lead time: 25-30 days from Mundra/Nhava Sheva to Tianjin
- PP bags with inner liner, 25kg or 50kg per bag as per buyer requirement
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Pricing and Value Position
Singapore Quality costs 15-20% less than European grade but delivers adequate performance for blending applications. International brands use this when their target market is price-sensitive retail. You save on raw material cost and still meet basic quality benchmarks. Processing facilities prefer it because the purity level means less wastage during cleaning. Margin works better for buyers supplying mid-tier food service chains. No need to pay for premium when the end product gets mixed with six other spices anyway.
Frequently Asked Questions
What moisture level does Singapore Quality cumin have?
SQ grade cumin contains maximum 10% moisture. This level prevents clumping during bulk handling and pneumatic conveying in processing facilities. It's suitable for blending operations where product gets used within 6-8 months.
Why choose Singapore Quality for premium spice blending?
SQ grade offers 99.5% purity at lower cost than European standards. For blending applications where cumin mixes with other spices, this grade delivers sufficient aroma (2.5-4.0% volatile oil) without premium pricing. Good for international brands targeting mid-tier retail markets.
What's the lead time for delivery to Tianjin Port?
Sea freight from Indian ports takes 25-30 days to Tianjin. Add 4-6 days for port clearance with proper documentation. Total timeline from order confirmation to delivery at your facility is typically 35-40 days.
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.