Sesame seed

Attribute Specification
Product Name Sesame Seeds
Botanical Name Sesamum indicum
Common Types Natural White, Hulled White, Black, Brown
Form Whole, flat, oval seeds
Color Varies by type – White, Off-white, Black, or Brown
Size 2–4 mm in length
Moisture Content Maximum 6%
Oil Content 48%–52% (depending on variety)
Purity Minimum 98%–99.95% (based on grade)
Foreign Matter Not more than 0.5% (export grade)
Admixture Not more than 1%
Immature/Broken Seeds Maximum 1%–2%
Taste Mild, nutty flavor
Aroma Pleasant, sesame-like aroma
Texture Dry, crisp, non-rancid
Insect Damage Absent
Mould Not allowed
Cleanliness Mechanically cleaned, color-sorted