Import coriander from India: seed, split and powder
Coriander seed, split and ground from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, quoted by type, purity and colour, FOB or CIF.
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What is coriander from India, and where is it grown?
Indian coriander seed comes mainly from Rajasthan (Kota and Baran), Madhya Pradesh (Guna and Neemuch) and Gujarat, and is traded in types such as Eagle, Scooter and Badami, chosen by colour, aroma and purity. Vats Consultancy supplies whole seed, split coriander and ground powder in bulk or retail packs, FOB or CIF, with the documents and tests your destination requires.
| Also called | Dhania, cilantro seed |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Coriandrum sativum |
| Customs code (HS, indicative) | 0909.21 (whole seed) and 0909.22 (crushed or ground) |
| Main growing areas | Kota and Baran (Rajasthan); Guna, Ashok Nagar and Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh); Gujarat |
| Season | Harvest around March to April, with stocks held through the year. |
| Forms we supply | Whole seed, Split seed, Single or double-ground powder |
| Terms | FOB or CIF, other terms on request |
| Minimum order | From a pallet of retail packs; bulk usually by the container |
Last reviewed 2 November 2026. Customs codes are indicative: your customs broker has the last word.
Which coriander types and grades can I buy?
Tell us your use and we will recommend a grade, or match a specification you already have.
Eagle
A widely traded Indian type with good colour and aroma, common in export lots.
Scooter and Badami
Other trade types, with differences in colour, size and price. We quote the type that fits your budget and your product.
Split coriander
Seed split into halves, used by processors and for particular culinary uses.
What quality checks do buyers use?
These are the points we agree in writing before we quote, and confirm with a sample or a laboratory test.
- Purity. The share of clean seed, agreed in the specification.
- Colour. Green to yellow-brown. Greener seed is often preferred.
- Volatile oil. The aroma, confirmed by lab test when needed.
- Split and broken seed. Agreed as a maximum for whole seed.
- Moisture. Kept low for storage and shipping.
How is coriander packed and shipped?
Packing and loading are agreed with you, and we confirm the exact loadable weight for your pack.
- Bulk bags, often 25 to 50 kg.
- Powder in lined bags or retail packs, including private label.
- Full container load, or palletised smaller lots.
Who buys it:
- Retailers and packers
- Spice blenders
- Food processors
- Foodservice distributors
- Ethnic food importers
Which tests, documents and rules apply?
Importing markets differ in what they test and what they accept. We confirm the requirement for your product and your destination before we quote, and arrange the tests per lot.
- Pesticide residues. We match the limits of the importing market.
- Salmonella and plate counts (powder). Tested where required.
- Ethylene oxide. Tested or avoided where your market asks.
- Phytosanitary certificate. Provided when the destination requires it.
Documents we prepare
- Commercial invoice and packing list. Matched to your purchase order and to the container loading.
- Certificate of origin. States the true origin of the goods, and supports preferential duty where a trade agreement applies.
- Phytosanitary certificate. Issued by India's plant quarantine authority where your destination requires it.
- Quality and residue certificates. Test reports for pesticide residues, aflatoxin or other contaminants where your market requires them.
Spice export destinations by country | International markets | Spices Board India
How does an order work?
The same four steps apply whether you order one pallet or a full container.
Specification
You share the spice, grade, form (whole or ground), packing and destination port.
Quote and sample
We quote FOB or CIF and arrange a pre-shipment sample.
Contract
Price, quantity and payment terms are agreed in writing.
Shipping and documents
We arrange loading, shipping and the export paperwork.
Common questions about importing coriander from India
What is the difference between whole and split coriander?
Whole seed is intact. Split seed has been halved. Whole seed keeps its aroma longer in storage, and split seed is used by some processors and recipes.
Which coriander type should I choose?
Eagle is a popular export type with good colour and aroma. Others such as Scooter and Badami suit different budgets. Tell us your use and we will recommend a type and send a sample.
Do you supply coriander powder?
Yes. We supply single or double-ground powder in bulk or retail packs, including private label.
What is the minimum order?
Retail packs can start from a pallet, and bulk coriander usually moves by the container.
Can I get a sample?
Yes. A sample lets you check colour, aroma and cleanliness.
Which terms do you quote?
FOB from a port such as Mundra or Nhava Sheva, or CIF to your port.
What tests do you arrange?
Pesticide residues, and for ground coriander also Salmonella and plate counts, depending on your market.
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