| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Small, elongated, ridged seeds |
| Color | Light brown to yellowish-brown |
| Odor | Strong, aromatic, warm, and earthy |
| Taste | Warm, slightly bitter, and spicy |
| Form | Whole seeds, powdered form |
| Moisture Content | 8-10% |
| Particle Size | 60-80 mesh (for powdered cumin seeds) |
| Bulk Density | 0.65-0.75 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in water |
| pH (of aqueous solution) | 6.0-7.0 |