Description
1. Product Overview
Dill Seeds (Anethum graveolens) are aromatic, oval-shaped, light brown seeds with delicate ridges, renowned for their warm, slightly bitter, and caraway-like flavor. Used extensively as both a culinary spice and a medicinal herb, dill seeds are popular in Indian, Middle Eastern, and European cuisines. Their distinctive aroma and health-supporting properties make them a valued ingredient worldwide.
We are a reliable exporter based in Gujarat, India, supplying premium-grade dill seeds that are naturally dried, machine-cleaned, and hygienically packed to retain their essential oils, taste, and shelf life. All our products comply with international food safety and export regulations.
2. Applications
Culinary Use:
Widely used in pickling, spice blends, breads, lentils, and curries
Adds depth of flavor to soups, salads, and sauces
Medicinal Use:
Traditionally used to improve digestion, relieve colic, and support lactation
Contains antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, often used in herbal remedies
Industrial Use:
Applied in essential oil extraction, natural food flavorings, and Ayurvedic formulations
Common in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors
3. Cultivation & Export Markets
Dill is primarily cultivated in Rajasthan and Gujarat, where the dry climate and fertile soil yield high-quality seeds. We process and package these seeds at our modern facilities in Gujarat, ensuring timely delivery and consistent quality for both domestic and international clients.
Export Markets Include:
Asia: UAE, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia
Europe: UK, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Americas: USA, Canada, Mexico
Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand
4. Indian & Foreign Names of Dill Seeds
Indian Names:
Language | Name | Language | Name |
---|---|---|---|
Hindi | Suwa Dana | Gujarati | Suva Dana |
Marathi | Shepu Beej | Bengali | Sowa |
Tamil | Sathakuppai Vidhai | Telugu | Soya Ginjalu |
Malayalam | Sathakuppa Vithu | Kannada | Sabbasige Bija |
Sanskrit | Shatapushpa | Punjabi | Sua |
Foreign Names:
Language | Name | Language | Name |
---|---|---|---|
English | Dill Seeds | French | Graines d’aneth |
German | Dillsamen | Spanish | Semillas de eneldo |
Arabic | Shabat (شبَت) | Russian | Ukrop (Укроп) |
Italian | Semi di aneto | Dutch | Dillezaad |
Chinese | Shui Qin Zi (水芹籽) | Turkish | Dereotu Tohumu |
5. Trade & Logistics Information
Payment Terms:
100% L/C at sight (Prime Bank)
T/T: 70% advance, 30% against Bill of Lading (scanned copy)
Price Options:
FOB (Mundra / JNPT / Chennai), CIF, or CNF as per buyer requirements
Delivery Timeline:
15 days post signing of the sales contract
Loading Ports:
Mundra Port and JNPT Port, India
Samples:
Free samples available
Courier charges (DHL) to be paid by the buyer