Market Insights: Global Demand for Indian Cumin in 2025

Market Insights: The Strong Surge in Global Demand for Indian Cumin Seeds in 2025

India’s Dominance & Export Momentum: India continues to firm up its position as the world’s leading exporter of cumin seeds. Total exports reached around 184,000 metric tons in FY 2023–24, with projections rising to 192,000 metric tons by 2024–25. For the period April–March 2024–25, exports surged to approximately 212,502 metric tons, reflecting a robust 39.6% year-over-year increase.

Industry Growth Outlook:

The global cumin seed market was valued at around US $1.5 billion in 2023, with forecasts estimating growth to US $2.3 billion by 2032—implying a CAGR of approximately 4.8% between 2024 and 2032.

Specifically for cumin powder, the market is expected to double—from US $800 million in 2023 to US $1.5 billion by 2032—supported by rising global interest in ethnic cuisines, health-conscious eating, and expanded applications across food, pharma, and cosmetics.

A focused market report also projects a 6.5% CAGR for cumin exports from India over 2024–2033, fueled by cleaner processing, better sorting, and premium packaging technologies.

Key Export Destinations & Dynamics:

Between November 2023 and October 2024, India executed 14,013 shipments of cumin across 131 importing countries. The top three markets:

Bangladesh (33% of shipments)
United States (23%)
Canada (10%)

Collectively, these three made up 65% of India's cumin export volume.

Regional Power Moves:

In early 2025, the Unjha APMC in Gujarat—India’s cumin hub—noted a 17.5% surge in cumin arrivals (54,410 MT between February and April), even as Mehsana district exported spices worth ₹3,995 crore to 101 countries including China (25%), Bangladesh (16%), UAE (10%), USA (5%), and Morocco (4%).

Amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, demand for Indian cumin strengthened further. Exporters witnessed sustained opportunities from Gulf nations, even as tight domestic arrivals kept price momentum stable.

Challenges Ahead:

Despite its strength, India’s export competitiveness faces headwinds. A 2025 economic study highlights concerns over rising domestic prices, mismatched quality with global standards, and instability in yield patterns—all of which could impact export dynamics.

Plus, a significant shake-up occurred when the United States imposed a 25% tariff on cumin imports, potentially reducing Indian exports to that market by at least 15%, despite India being the primary supplier globally.

What This Means for Buyers and Exporters:

Buyers benefit from India’s abundant supply, but should be alert to shifting logistics, tariff barriers, and potential price volatility.
Exporters, especially those with premium, compliant, and diversified market access, stand to gain—particularly by raising quality benchmarks and entering emerging markets.

Final Thoughts: A Compelling Opportunity in 2025:

India's cumin exports are not just growing—they are evolving. With strong fundamentals, rising demand for cumin powder and seeds, and a price point advantage, the spice sector offers compelling global opportunities in 2025.

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