Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for cumin.
Cumin Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$2,343 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
LowPrevious 12 months
The latest value is below the typical range of $2,475–$2,648 USD/t.
Cumin Price History
Cumin Prices by Country
Cumin export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $3,264 Jul 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Lithuania | $1,984 Jul 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| United States | $2,509 Jul 1, 2026 | -14% |
| Brazil | $5,628 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Canada | $3,653 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $3,294 Jun 1, 2026 | +48% |
| Germany | $5,633 Jun 1, 2026 | -24% |
| United Kingdom | $6,712 Jun 1, 2026 | +17% |
| India | $2,333 Jun 1, 2026 | -13% |
| Latvia | $3,145 Jun 1, 2026 | -19% |
| Malaysia | $3,031 Jun 1, 2026 | -15% |
| Netherlands | $4,462 Jun 1, 2026 | -44% |
| Poland | $5,657 Jun 1, 2026 | -1.9% |
| Sweden | $946 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Uzbekistan | $300 Jun 1, 2026 | -74% |
| Belgium | $9,742 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Egypt | $2,831 May 1, 2026 | +0.0% |
| Spain | $3,688 May 1, 2026 | -32% |
| Hungary | $5,296 May 1, 2026 | -21% |
| Italy | $7,565 May 1, 2026 | +28% |
| Portugal | $7,033 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Greece | $4,819 Apr 1, 2026 | -27% |
| Bulgaria | $1,183 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Dominican Republic | $2,800 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Ecuador | $300 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Mexico | $3,534 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Slovakia | $3,008 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| South Africa | $3,645 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Denmark | $1,655 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Moldova | $3,212 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Pakistan | $1,617 Jan 1, 2026 | -55% |
| France | $7,066 Dec 1, 2025 | -26% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5,059 Dec 1, 2025 | +38% |
| Singapore | $2,872 Dec 1, 2025 | -29% |
| Türkiye | $2,735 Dec 1, 2025 | -28% |
| Indonesia | $3,004 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Myanmar | $325 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $7,212 Sep 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Croatia | $2,529 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Oman | $2,831 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Romania | $4,899 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $4,140 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Kuwait | $3,693 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Yemen | $534 Nov 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Israel | $3,693 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes cumin prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Global spice importers
Importers and food manufacturers source cumin seeds from India’s Unjha hub for worldwide distribution.
Quote basis
Why quoted prices can differ
Cumin is typically quoted fob, commonly FOB, CIF. Compare freight, insurance and delivery point before treating two quotes as equivalent.
Cumin Price Questions
- What exactly is classified as cumin in trade?
- Cumin refers specifically to the whole seeds of the plant, neither crushed nor ground. It is listed under HS code 090931 as a spice commodity.
- How should whole cumin seeds be stored to maintain quality?
- Whole cumin seeds should be kept in a cool, dry, and airtight environment away from direct sunlight. Maintaining low humidity prevents moisture absorption and preserves aroma and flavor.
- Can whole cumin seeds be used directly in cooking, or do they need processing?
- Whole cumin seeds can be added directly to dishes for a subtle flavor, but many recipes call for toasting or grinding them to release stronger aromatic oils. Toasting briefly in a dry pan enhances the spice's taste before grinding or using whole.