Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Ajwain Seed market coverage spans 148 countries.
- 429 exporter companies and 549 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 2,594 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 18 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-14.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Ajwain Seed
Analyze 2,594 supplier-linked transactions across the top 18 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Ajwain Seed.
Ajwain Seed Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Ajwain Seed to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Ajwain Seed: Guatemala (+117.8%), United States (+71.2%), China (-52.4%).
Ajwain Seed Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Ajwain Seed country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Ajwain Seed transaction unit prices: India (1.87 USD / kg), China (1.69 USD / kg), Pakistan (0.70 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | -17.7% | 2,522 | 1.85 USD / kg (302,081.97 kg) | 2.12 USD / kg (497,168.59 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (438,127.74 kg) | 1.80 USD / kg (485,834.091 kg) | 1.92 USD / kg (690,289.02 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (357,320.65 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Bolivia | -23.5% | 8 | 0.70 USD / kg (100,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.93 USD / kg (112,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | -52.4% | 6 | 1.34 USD / kg (207.13 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.20 USD / kg (495.5 kg) | - (-) | 1.69 USD / kg (170.55 kg) | ||||||
| Pakistan | +3.6% | 11 | - (-) | 0.70 USD / kg (26,400 kg) | 0.70 USD / kg (26,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.70 USD / kg (52,900 kg) | 0.70 USD / kg (56,000 kg) | ||||||
| Paraguay | -11.0% | 3 | - (-) | 1.74 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Argentina | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.27 USD / kg (28,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Bangladesh | -20.6% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.25 USD / kg (400 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | -0.0% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Panama | -8.7% | 7 | 1.15 USD / kg (750,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.60 USD / kg (68,680 kg) | - (-) | - (-) |
Ajwain Seed Global Supply Chain Coverage
978 companies
429 exporters and 549 importers are mapped for Ajwain Seed.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Ajwain Seed, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Ajwain Seed Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
429 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Ajwain Seed. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Ajwain Seed Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
1 premium Ajwain Seed suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
VH Global Export
India
ContactCatalog
Food Wholesalers
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Ajwain Seed Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
Compare 1 Ajwain Seed supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
Ajwain Seed Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 429 total exporter companies in the Ajwain Seed supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Ajwain Seed
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Shipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Ajwain Seed
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-14
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Ajwain Seed Global Exporter Coverage
429 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Ajwain Seed supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Ajwain Seed opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Ajwain Seed (HS Code 091099) in 2024
For Ajwain Seed in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turkiye | 49,750,751 kg | 170,516,959 USD | View → |
| 2 | India | 88,244,364.579 kg | 140,856,609.306 USD | View → |
| 3 | South Africa | 15,483,509.371 kg | 70,351,086.295 USD | View → |
| 4 | United States | 7,075,583 kg | 37,319,227 USD | View → |
| 5 | Spain | 7,491,698.419 kg | 31,602,108.179 USD | View → |
| 6 | Germany | 4,258,263.819 kg | 30,407,853.288 USD | View → |
| 7 | Netherlands | 5,611,603.244 kg | 28,623,325.047 USD | View → |
| 8 | Mexico | 14,335,846 kg | 25,415,450 USD | View → |
| 9 | Thailand | 5,547,178.768 kg | 16,713,379.29 USD | View → |
| 10 | Poland | 2,190,392.396 kg | 13,333,422 USD | View → |
Ajwain Seed Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Ajwain Seed exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Ajwain Seed Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
549 importer companies are mapped for Ajwain Seed demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Ajwain Seed Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 549 total importer companies tracked for Ajwain Seed. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-20
Industries: OthersFood WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-19
Industries: Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: India
(Paraguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-14
Industries: Freight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
549 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Ajwain Seed.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Ajwain Seed (HS Code 091099) in 2024
For Ajwain Seed in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 29,524,605 kg | 127,135,289 USD | View → |
| 2 | Germany | 13,638,162.278 kg | 58,364,055.304 USD | View → |
| 3 | Japan | 2,661,681.028 kg | 31,424,509.612 USD | View → |
| 4 | Turkiye | 17,561,376 kg | 30,392,587 USD | View → |
| 5 | Canada | 5,880,760.782 kg | 30,336,237.054 USD | View → |
| 6 | Poland | 5,672,195.933 kg | 30,076,335 USD | View → |
| 7 | Netherlands | 8,158,000.981 kg | 29,312,431.226 USD | View → |
| 8 | Belgium | 10,937,108.45 kg | 28,454,269.905 USD | View → |
| 9 | Sweden | 2,471,776.925 kg | 16,245,731.402 USD | View → |
| 10 | Italy | 2,384,394 kg | 13,202,555.384 USD | View → |
Ajwain Seed Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Ajwain Seed
Ajwain Seed Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Ajwain Seed wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Ajwain Seed wholesale unit prices: India (1.00 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 0.93 USD / kg | 0.90 USD / kg | 0.90 USD / kg | 0.95 USD / kg | 0.98 USD / kg | 1.00 USD / kg |
Ajwain Seed Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Ajwain Seed wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Ajwain Seed Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Ajwain Seed wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Ajw******** ***** * * ************ ******* ********* **** | 0.78 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Ajw******** ***** * * ************ ******* ********* **** | 1.42 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Ajw******** ***** * * ************ ******* ***** **** | 0.95 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Ajw******** *** * * ************ ****** ******* ******* **** | 2.02 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | Ajw******** ***** * * ************ ******* ****** **** | 1.35 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupSpices and aromatic seeds
Scientific NameTrachyspermum ammi
PerishabilityLow
Growing Conditions
- Typically cultivated in semi-arid to sub-tropical agro-climates with a cool season for crop development and dry conditions for harvest and drying
- Well-drained soils and effective field drying/curing conditions are important to reduce post-harvest quality loss
Consumption Forms
- Whole dried spice seed for culinary use
- Ground spice powder (higher QA and packaging needs)
- Industrial use in flavor preparations and essential-oil related applications
Grading Factors
- Moisture (kept dry to reduce spoilage risk)
- Purity/cleanliness (foreign matter removal)
- Insect infestation and damage
- Aroma/volatile oil quality expectations (often thymol-forward in ajwain)
- Uniformity (seed size/appearance consistency)
Market
Ajwain (ajowan/carom) seed is a dried aromatic spice seed traded internationally in relatively specialized volumes, commonly classified within HS heading 0910 ("other spices"). Global commercial production is concentrated in India, which is also the principal export origin, with trade largely serving South Asian culinary demand and niche flavor/essential-oil uses. Because it is a dried spice, logistics are less cold-chain dependent than fresh produce, but quality is sensitive to moisture uptake, insect infestation, and loss of volatile aroma compounds. Import market access is strongly shaped by food-safety controls for spices (microbiology such as Salmonella, pesticide residues, and contaminants), which can trigger detentions or recalls and create abrupt trade disruptions.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- IndiaDominant global production base for ajwain/ajowan and the main origin referenced in global spice trade flows.
Major Exporting Countries
- IndiaPrimary export origin for ajwain seed in international trade.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Small ridged greyish-brown seeds/fruits with a strong thyme-like aroma; commonly traded whole and sometimes milled to powder
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content and purity (cleanliness) are core buyer specifications for dried spice seeds
- Volatile oil characteristics (often referenced via thymol-focused quality expectations in ajwain) may be used in supplier specifications, especially for processing/essential-oil buyers
Grades
- Spice trade contracts often reference cleanliness/purity parameters (foreign matter, insect damage/infestation) aligned with industry specifications such as ASTA guidance
Packaging
- Bulk export in multiwall paper sacks or woven polypropylene bags, often with food-grade inner liners to limit moisture ingress
- Retail packs (pouches/jars) for consumer markets; ground product typically packed with higher barrier materials to reduce aroma loss
ProcessingCan be cleaned and mechanically sorted to remove extraneous matter before exportMay undergo validated microbial reduction steps (e.g., steam treatment) depending on buyer/regulatory requirementsSuitable for milling to powder, but ground form is more susceptible to aroma loss and contamination, increasing packaging and QA requirements
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvesting and drying/curing → cleaning and mechanical sorting → grading → bagging → (optional) microbial reduction treatment → export distribution → wholesale/retail or industrial processing
Demand Drivers
- Culinary use in spice blends and traditional dishes in South Asian food cultures and diaspora markets
- Use as a flavor/aroma input for food manufacturing and niche essential-oil applications
Temperature
- Store and ship in cool, dry conditions to prevent moisture uptake, mold risk, and loss of volatile aroma compounds
- Avoid high humidity and temperature cycling that can drive condensation inside packaging
Shelf Life
- Generally shelf-stable as a dried spice when kept dry and protected from pests; quality is primarily limited by moisture exposure, infestation, and gradual aroma loss
Risks
Food Safety HighMicrobiological contamination events in spices (notably Salmonella in low-moisture foods) can trigger rapid import detentions, recalls, and buyer delistings, disrupting trade even when product appearance is acceptable.Use supplier HACCP-based programs, validated microbial reduction (e.g., steam treatment where appropriate), environmental monitoring, and lot-level microbiological testing aligned to buyer/regulatory requirements.
Regulatory Compliance MediumPesticide residues and contaminant limits (and their test methods) vary by destination market, creating a recurring compliance risk for spice seeds and ground spice products.Implement residue management from farm to packer, maintain traceability to farm lots, and test against destination-market MRLs prior to shipment.
Quality Deterioration MediumMoisture uptake, insect infestation, and poor storage can quickly downgrade ajwain from culinary grade to lower-value channels and can also increase food-safety risk (mold/contaminants).Control moisture through proper drying, use moisture-barrier liners, deploy integrated pest management in storage, and audit warehouses for humidity control and hygiene.
Supply Concentration MediumCommercial supply is concentrated in a limited set of origins, with India as the principal producing/exporting base; localized weather or policy shocks can tighten availability and raise prices for importers with single-origin dependence.Maintain multi-supplier sourcing within the main origin, qualify alternative origins where feasible, and use forward purchasing/stock buffers for critical SKUs.
Sustainability
- Pesticide residue compliance risk (maximum residue limits differ by importing market and are a frequent driver of border actions in the spice sector)
- Post-harvest losses and waste from inadequate drying/storage (moisture ingress and pest damage) can be material in smallholder-dominated spice value chains
FAQ
Which country is the main global producer and exporter of ajwain seed?India is the dominant producing base and the primary export origin for ajwain (ajowan/carom) seed in global trade, and it is the key origin to review when assessing global availability.
What quality parameters typically matter most in ajwain seed trade?Buyers commonly focus on cleanliness and purity (low foreign matter), moisture control (kept dry), absence of insect infestation/damage, and consistent aroma/volatile-oil characteristics; these parameters are often aligned with broader spice-trade specifications referenced by industry bodies.
Why is Salmonella treated as a major trade risk for spices like ajwain?Spices are low-moisture foods that can still carry pathogens such as Salmonella, and regulators and buyers may respond with detentions or recalls; as a result, validated hygiene controls and, where appropriate, microbial reduction steps are often required for market access.
Sources
Ajwain Seed Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Ajwain Seed market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
India
Turkiye
United States
Iran
Saudi Arabia
China
Germany
United Kingdom
Egypt
Netherlands
South Africa
Canada
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