# Global Cumin seed Market 2026

> World exports of cumin seed (HS 090931) reached $840.7 million in 2024, 56% more than in 2019. India was the largest exporter with 85% of the world total, and China was the largest buyer.

- Publisher: Stratum Market Research
- Page: https://stratummarketresearch.com/reports/cumin-seed-market/
- Sector: Consumer, Food & Retail
- Scope: Global
- Updated: 2026-11-09
- Headline figure: 840.7 USD million (World exports, 2024)

## What this market covers

Cumin seeds in whole form.

Segments: Whole cumin, Roasted cumin, Organic cumin.

Typical buyers: Spice packers, Food manufacturers, Importers.

## Key figures

| Figure | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| World exports of cumin seed (HS 090931) were worth $840.7 million in 2024. | 840.7 USD million | 2024 |
| World exports were 56% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($539.5 million), calculated from the annual totals. | +56 % since 2019 | 2024 |
| India was the largest exporter in 2024, with 85% of world exports ($712.5 million). | 85 % of world exports | 2024 |
| The three largest exporters, India, Afghanistan and Turkey, shipped 89% of world exports in 2024. | 89 % of world exports | 2024 |
| China was the largest importer in 2024, buying $140.0 million, or 17% of world imports. | 17 % of world imports | 2024 |
| 18 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 18 countries | 2024 |
| The average world export price was about $3.09 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 3.09 USD per kg | 2024 |
| Countries exported 272.4 thousand tonnes of this product in 2024. | 272.4 thousand tonnes | 2024 |
| Among the ten largest exporters, China grew fastest, with exports up 428% from 2019 to 2024. | +428 % since 2019 | 2024 |

## Why this market is moving now

- World trade grew 56% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.
- China is gaining ground: its exports rose 428% from 2019 to 2024, the fastest among the ten largest exporters.

## Largest exporting countries, 2024

| Rank | Country | Value (USD million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 712.5 |
| 2 | Afghanistan | 18.9 |
| 3 | Turkey | 18.7 |
| 4 | Egypt | 15.6 |
| 5 | Syria | 15.2 |
| 6 | China | 14.3 |
| 7 | Iran | 12.9 |
| 8 | United Arab Emirates | 4.5 |
| 9 | Netherlands | 3.2 |
| 10 | Lithuania | 2.2 |

## Largest importing countries, 2024

| Rank | Country | Value (USD million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 140.0 |
| 2 | Bangladesh | 93.1 |
| 3 | United Arab Emirates | 91.3 |
| 4 | United States | 47.9 |
| 5 | Morocco | 42.1 |
| 6 | Pakistan | 34.0 |
| 7 | Saudi Arabia | 27.6 |
| 8 | Nepal | 22.7 |
| 9 | United Kingdom | 18.2 |
| 10 | Malaysia | 17.9 |

## World exports of HS 090931, USD million

| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 463.1 |
| 2018 | 509.8 |
| 2019 | 539.5 |
| 2020 | 629.1 |
| 2021 | 575.9 |
| 2022 | 562.0 |
| 2023 | 819.8 |
| 2024 | 840.7 |

## Questions and answers

### How big is the global cumin seed market?

There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 090931 reached $840.7 million in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.

### Which countries export the most cumin seed?

India led world exports in 2024 with 85% of the total, followed by Afghanistan, Turkey and Egypt.

### Which countries import the most cumin seed?

China was the largest importer in 2024, followed by Bangladesh, the United Arab Emirates and the United States.

### Is world trade in cumin seed growing?

World exports were 56% higher in 2024 than in 2019.

### What is the average export price of cumin seed?

Dividing world export value by weight gives about $3.09 per kilogram in 2024.

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## How to cite

Stratum Market Research, "Global Cumin seed Market 2026", updated 9 Nov 2026, https://stratummarketresearch.com/reports/cumin-seed-market/