XP-0022 Spices
Ajwain
Top-grade Ajwain with rich aroma and intense flavor, processed under hygienic conditions for global export.
FSSAIISO 22000APEDA
Min. Order
500 Kg
🌿 Vegetarian Product
✓ Non-GMO
Spices SKU: XP-0020
Poppy Seed
Top-grade Poppy Seed with rich aroma and intense flavor, processed under hygienic conditions for global export.
Commercial Trade Terms
Min. Order (MOQ)
500 Kg
HS Code
0904
Origin
India
Price Range
Price on Request
Export Documents
- Certificate of Origin (Chamber of Commerce)
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- CBN (Central Bureau of Narcotics) clearance / NOC for poppy seed
- Narcotics Department export authorisation
- APEDA Registration cum Membership Certificate (RCMC)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Pesticide Residue / MRL & Morphine Test Report
- Fumigation Certificate (if required)
Available Bag Sizes
500g1kg5kg25kg50kg
Available Bag Types
PP (Polypropylene)BOPP LaminatedMulti-wall PaperVacuum Pack
Product Overview
COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Experience the authentic taste of India with our premium Poppy Seed. Sourced from selected farms, it undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure maximum potency, aroma, and flavor retention for international markets. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Poppy Seed meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide. Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Poppy Seed is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Poppy Seed meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide.
Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Poppy Seed is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.
What is Poppy Seed?
Poppy seed — known in India as khus-khus or posto — is the tiny, kidney-shaped culinary seed harvested from the opium poppy plant (Papaver somniferum). Although it comes from the same plant as opium, the mature seed itself is free of significant narcotic alkaloids and is a prized culinary ingredient used as a thickener, garnish, and nutty-flavoured base across South Asian, European, and Middle Eastern cuisines. India produces the white (cream-coloured) variety favoured in Indian cooking, distinct from the blue/grey European baking poppy seed.
Crucially, India is one of the very few countries in the world LICENSED by the International Narcotics Control Board to legally cultivate opium poppy, and all poppy seed cultivation is tightly regulated by the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) under the Narcotics Department, Ministry of Finance. Licensed cultivation is concentrated in designated tracts of Madhya Pradesh (Mandsaur, Neemuch), Rajasthan (Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh), and Uttar Pradesh (Barabanki). Every kilogram entering the export trade is sourced from this legal, CBN-regulated supply chain with full documentation and traceability — a compliance advantage no grey-market origin can match.
Indian white poppy seed is valued for its clean cream-white colour, sweet nutty flavour, and high oil content (typically 44–50%), making it ideal for grinding into pastes that thicken and enrich curries (Bengali posto, Mughlai korma) as well as for confectionery, breads, and the nutritional supplement trade. While Turkey, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, and Spain supply the global blue/grey baking-grade market, India is the dominant origin for premium white culinary poppy seed and the only fully licensed, narcotics-controlled legal supply for buyers who require auditable provenance.
Technical Specifications
| Variety | White / cream (Papaver somniferum) |
| Oil Content | 44–50% |
| Purity | 99% Min (Sortex cleaned) |
| Admixture | 1% Max |
| Moisture | 8% Max |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% Max |
| Colour | Uniform cream-white |
| Morphine (alkaloid) residue | Within destination food-safety limits (low, washed) |
| Aflatoxin Total | < 10 ppb |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25g |
| Bulk Density | ~600–650 g/L |
| Free Fatty Acid (oil) | < 2% |
Commercial Grades & Classification
White Poppy Seed Singapore Quality (99.95%)
Processing: Multi-pass sortex + air classified, premium clean
Colour: Bright uniform cream-white
Use Case: Premium retail, confectionery, gourmet South Asian brands, re-export hubs
+8–12% over standard sortex
White Poppy Seed Sortex 99%
Processing: Optical sortex cleaned, 99% purity
Colour: Uniform cream-white
Use Case: Standard export — curries, korma pastes, breads, food processing
Base export grade
White Poppy Seed Machine-Cleaned (98%)
Processing: Single machine clean, minimal optical sorting
Colour: Cream-white, slight admixture
Use Case: Bulk industrial buyers, grinding/paste manufacturers, oil pressing
-6–10% below sortex
Poppy Seed Powder / Paste Grade
Processing: Ground from sortex seed, value-added
Colour: Cream
Use Case: Ready-to-use korma/posto paste, confectionery fillings
+10–15% over whole sortex (processing margin)
Indicative FOB Pricing
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| White Poppy Seed Singapore Quality (99.95%) | $5,800 – $7,200/MT | Premium clean grade — Q1 2026 indicative |
| White Poppy Seed Sortex 99% | $5,200 – $6,400/MT | Standard export benchmark — Q1 2026 indicative |
| White Poppy Seed Machine-Cleaned 98% | $4,600 – $5,600/MT | Industrial / grinding grade — indicative |
| Poppy Seed Powder / Paste Grade | $6,000 – $7,500/MT | Value-added — Q1 2026 indicative |
Price Influencing Factors
- •CBN licensed acreage — the Central Bureau of Narcotics annually fixes licensed poppy cultivation area, directly capping legal Indian supply
- •Domestic posto/khus-khus demand — strong eastern-India (Bengal) culinary demand competes with export volumes
- •Turkey & Czech crop — global blue/grey poppy seed supply sets the broader price ceiling
- •Opium alkaloid / morphine compliance — EU tightening of alkaloid limits affects washed-seed processing costs
- •USD/INR exchange rate — INR depreciation improves export competitiveness
- •Restricted-supply premium — narcotics control means poppy seed is structurally high-priced versus other oilseeds
India vs Turkey: Poppy Seed Comparison
Turkey, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands dominate the global blue/grey baking-poppy market used in European breads and pastries. India is the dominant origin for white culinary poppy seed and — uniquely — a fully licensed, CBN/INCB-regulated legal supply, giving buyers auditable narcotics-control provenance that grey-market origins cannot offer.
| Aspect | 🇮🇳 India | 🌏 Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| Variety | White / cream — culinary thickening & paste use | Blue / grey — baking, bread topping, pastry |
| Regulatory Provenance | CBN/INCB licensed, fully traceable legal supply | Licensed in Turkey (TMO monopoly); EU origins regulated |
| Oil Content | 44–50% — rich, nutty paste base | 40–48% — baking-optimised |
| Primary Market | South Asian cuisine, diaspora, confectionery | European bakery & confectionery |
| FOB Price | $4,600–$7,200/MT — premium white seed | $3,500–$5,500/MT — blue/grey baking grade |
| Alkaloid Control | Low-morphine washed seed, CBN documentation | EU alkaloid limits met via washing/processing |
Applications & End-Use Markets
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South Asian Cuisine (Curry Pastes)
Ground white poppy seed (khus-khus) is a classic thickener and flavour base for Mughlai korma, Bengali posto (aloo posto, posto bata), and rich curry gravies. The seed adds body, a subtle nutty sweetness, and creamy texture without dairy.
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Bakery & Confectionery
Poppy seed is used as a topping and filling for breads, buns, bagels, pastries, and sweets, and in confectionery and energy/nutrition bars where its nutty flavour and crunch are valued.
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Poppy Seed Oil & Cosmetics
Cold-pressed poppy seed oil (high in linoleic acid) is used as a premium edible oil, in artists' paints, and in cosmetic and skincare formulations as a light emollient.
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Nutrition & Health Foods
Poppy seed is rich in calcium, magnesium, fibre and healthy fats, used in health-food blends, granolas, and nutritional supplement formulations.
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Global Trade Architecture
Primary Supply Origins
Turkey
Leading licensed blue/grey poppy exporterTMO state-regulated. Dominant baking-grade supply to Europe.
India
Dominant white culinary poppy originMP (Mandsaur, Neemuch), Rajasthan, UP. CBN/INCB licensed legal cultivation.
Czech Republic / Netherlands / Spain
Major EU producersBlue poppy seed for European bakery and confectionery markets.
Key Consumption Nodes
Middle East — UAE, Saudi Arabia
Strong South Asian diaspora demand for white khus-khus. UAE is a key re-export hub to the wider Gulf.
USA & Canada — South Asian grocery + bakery
Diaspora curry-paste demand plus bakery/confectionery topping market. Strict morphine/alkaloid testing on imports.
United Kingdom — diaspora & food service
Large South Asian community drives white poppy demand for korma and posto; bakery channel for blue seed.
European Union — bakery hub
Predominantly blue/grey seed for breads and pastries; tightening EU opium-alkaloid limits shape sourcing.
Market Intelligence
Poppy seed is a uniquely supply-constrained spice: because the seed comes from the opium poppy, legal cultivation is restricted to a handful of licensed, narcotics-controlled origins. India's position as one of the few INCB-sanctioned legal growers — combined with strong domestic culinary demand — makes Indian white poppy seed a premium, tightly regulated commodity distinct from the European blue/grey baking trade.
Market Size
Global poppy seed trade: ~$0.5–0.7 billion annually. India is the dominant white culinary poppy origin with CBN-regulated supply.
Growth Rate
~3–4% CAGR — constrained by licensed acreage; demand growth outpaces legal supply
Core Demand Drivers
- South Asian diaspora cuisine — steady, growing demand for white khus-khus in korma and posto
- Bakery & confectionery — poppy seed topping and filling demand in Western markets
- Clean-label and plant-based thickeners — poppy paste as a dairy-free gravy enricher
- Poppy seed oil — premium edible and cosmetic oil applications
- Health-food positioning — calcium/fibre-rich seed in nutrition products
Supply Dynamics
Supply is fundamentally capped by narcotics policy. The Central Bureau of Narcotics fixes licensed poppy cultivation area and minimum qualifying yield each season, so Indian poppy seed volume cannot freely expand with demand. Strong domestic posto demand in eastern India further tightens exportable surplus, keeping prices structurally high and volatile.
⚠ India Risk Factor
The dominant risk is regulatory/quota: any reduction in CBN-licensed acreage, tighter morphine/alkaloid limits in the EU, or destination-country narcotics scrutiny can disrupt trade. Weather in the MP/Rajasthan poppy belt and domestic price competition also affect export availability.
Future Outlook
India's licensed, fully documented narcotics-controlled supply is a durable competitive moat as importing countries tighten provenance and alkaloid-testing requirements. White culinary poppy seed for diaspora and premium food channels should command rising premiums, while low-morphine washed processing and auditable CBN traceability become decisive buyer requirements.
HS / HSN Codes
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppy Seed (Whole) | 1207.91 | 12079110 | Poppy seeds, whether or not broken |
| Poppy Seed Oil | 1515.90 | 15159091 | Fixed vegetable oils — poppy seed oil |
| Poppy Seed Paste / Preparation | 2008.19 | 20081900 | Prepared/preserved seeds and nuts (paste) |
Certifications & Compliance Standards
| Standard | Code / Reference | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) | CBN Licence / NOC | Mandatory narcotics-control clearance — India is a licensed, INCB-regulated poppy origin |
| APEDA Registration | RCMC | Agri-export registration for scheduled products |
| FSSAI | FSSAI License | Indian food safety authority licence |
| ISO 22000:2018 | ISO 22000 | Food safety management system certification |
| EU Morphine Guidance | EC 2014/662 / Reg. 2022/1364 | EU maximum levels for opium alkaloids in culinary poppy seed |
| EU MRL | Regulation EC 396/2005 | Pesticide residue limits for EU shipments |
Storage, Handling & Logistics
Shelf Life
12 months whole seed in cool, dry storage
Storage Conditions
Store cool and dry below 20°C and 65% RH. High oil content (44–50%) makes poppy seed prone to rancidity — avoid heat and humidity; vacuum or laminated packing extends freshness.
Container Type
25 kg / 50 kg PP or multi-wall paper bags in 20ft FCL. Vacuum/laminated packing recommended for premium grades and long transits.
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation available if required by destination country.
Storage Advantage
Whole seed retains nutty flavour far longer than ground; grinding at destination preserves oil quality and aroma
Why Source Poppy Seed from India?
- Legally licensed, CBN/INCB-regulated supply — auditable narcotics-control provenance no grey-market origin can match
- Dominant origin for premium white culinary poppy seed (khus-khus) prized in South Asian cuisine
- High oil content (44–50%) and clean cream-white colour ideal for korma and posto pastes
- Full export documentation — CBN clearance, COA, morphine/alkaloid and pesticide test reports on every shipment
- Sortex-cleaned grades up to 99.95% Singapore quality for premium retail and confectionery
- APEDA-registered, FSSAI and ISO 22000 certified compliant export supply chain with traceability
Industrial Usage
Essential raw materials for spice blends, seasoning manufacturing, and oleoresin extraction. High-purity technical grades available for industrial procurement and technical application.
Standard
Technical Grade
Supply
Bulk Only
Packaging & Logistics
Standard Packaging
Steam Sterilized Laminated Bags / Cartons
Private Label / OEM
Custom Grinding & Private Labeling
Port of Loading
Chennai or Nhava Sheva Port
Incoterms
FOB, CIF, CFR accepted
Global Export Reach for Poppy Seed
IndianXporter successfully exports Poppy Seed to major international markets. Click your region below to view destination-specific compliance and shipping details.
Industrial Application Verticals
B2B Solutions
Private Label Poppy Seed
Establish your own brand in the international market. We provide end-to-end custom white-label packaging and branding solutions for retail distribution. Get retail-ready Poppy Seed under your brand name with our expert OEM services.
- Custom pouch, jar & bulk bag design
- Multi-lingual labeling & regulatory compliance
- FSSAI, ISO & FDA certified facilities
- Flexible packaging sizes (100g to 50kg)
Retail Ready
From Design to Delivery
Export Markets
USA UAE Europe South East Asia
We provide market-specific compliance documentation for each destination. Contact us for country-specific certifications.
Importing Poppy Seed: B2B FAQs
What is the lead time for a bulk order of Poppy Seed?
Our standard lead time for Poppy Seed is 7-14 business days from order confirmation to dispatch from an Indian port. For private label orders, allow an additional 5 days for packaging customization.
Can I request a sample of Poppy Seed before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Poppy Seed for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Poppy Seed?
We primarily quote on FOB (Nhava Sheva/Mundra) or CIF (Destination Port) basis. We can also provide CFR and door-to-door DDP pricing for specific regions upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Poppy Seed?
Our standard MOQ for Poppy Seed is 500 Kg. However, we can accommodate smaller trial orders or mixed container shipments (LCL) for new B2B partners seeking to evaluate our quality.
Do you provide samples and laboratory reports for Poppy Seed?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Poppy Seed to ensure full compliance with your destination country's regulations.
What are the export logistics and lead times for bulk orders?
We primarily ship through Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Mundra ports using FOB, CIF, or CFR terms. Standard lead time for Poppy Seed is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.
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