Sesame Seeds
๐พ Sesame Seeds (Til): Tiny Seeds with Mighty Nutritional Power
๐น Botanical Details
Botanical Name: Sesamum indicum
Family: Pedaliaceae
๐น Common Names:
- English: Sesame Seeds
- Hindi: เคคเคฟเคฒ (Til)
- Tamil: Ellu
- Bengali: Til
- Telugu: Nuvvulu
- Arabic: ุณู ุณู
- French: Sรฉsame
- Spanish: Sรฉsamo / Ajonjolรญ
๐ฑ Botanical & Agricultural Profile
Sesame is one of the oldest oilseed crops cultivated for over 3,000 years. The plant produces small, oval seeds in colors from white to black, rich in oil and nutrition.
- Plant Height: 1โ1.5 meters
- Climate: Warm, dry tropical
- Harvest Time: 3โ5 months after sowing
- Seed Colors: White, black, brown, red, golden
๐ Major Producing Countries:
- ๐ฎ๐ณ India (Gujarat, West Bengal, Rajasthan, UP, Tamil Nadu)
- Myanmar
- Sudan
- China
- Nigeria
- Ethiopia
- Tanzania
๐ India is among the top three producers and exporters worldwide.
๐ญ Processing Method
๐ Steps:
- Harvesting pods & sun-drying
- Threshing & seed separation
- Cleaning (sortex machines)
- Drying for storage
- Hulling (optional)
- Roasting (optional)
- Packing & export
๐ฐ Sesame Types:
- Natural White
- Hulled White
- Black
- Brown
- Roasted
๐งฌ Nutritional Profile (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | 573 kcal |
| Protein | 17.7 g |
| Total Fat | 49.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Calcium | 975 mg |
| Iron | 14.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 351 mg |
| Fiber | 11.8 g |
| Zinc | 7.8 mg |
| Sesamin & Sesamolin | Natural antioxidants |
๐ Excellent source of protein, minerals & antioxidant lignans.
โ Health Benefits
- Heart Health: Unsaturated fats lower LDL cholesterol
- Bone Strength: High in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus
- Brain Function: Rich in zinc & B-vitamins
- Immune Support: Selenium, iron & zinc boost immunity
- Antioxidant & Anti-Inflammatory: Sesamin & sesamol
- Digestive & Hormonal Balance: Fiber + phytoestrogens
๐ฝ๏ธ Culinary Applications
- Toppings on bread, sushi, salads
- Tahini & hummus dips
- Oil extraction for cooking & cosmetics
- Sweets: til ladoo, chikki, halwa
- Savory dishes, stir-fries, noodles
- Bakery & snacks (cookies, granola bars)
โ Suitable for vegan, gluten-free & paleo diets.
๐งด Cosmetic & Medicinal Uses
- Sesame Oil: Ayurvedic massage & hair care
- Face/Hair Masks: Natural conditioner
- Oral Health: Oil pulling therapy
- Traditional Medicine: Detox & cooling
๐ฆ Packaging Options
| Product Type | Packaging |
|---|---|
| Raw Natural Seeds | 10kg, 25kg, 50kg PP/Jute Bags |
| Hulled Seeds | 5kg, 10kg, 25kg vacuum/HDPE packs |
| Retail Packs | 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg |
| Private Label | Custom logo/design |
| Sesame Oil | Bottles (250mlโ5L), drums (20Lโ200L) |
๐ Global Market & Export
- High demand in snack & health food industries
- Key in vegan & plant-based diets
- Growing use in cosmetics & Ayurveda
- Strong demand for organic & black sesame
๐ India is a leading exporter (notably Gujarat & Rajasthan).
๐ Product Specification Summary
| Botanical Name | Sesamum indicum |
| Purity | 99%โ99.95% (Sortex cleaned) |
| Oil Content | 45%โ52% |
| Moisture | Max 6% |
| Admixture | Max 1% |
| Grades | Natural, Hulled, Black, Roasted |
| Shelf Life | 12โ18 months |
| HS Code | 12074090 |
| Certifications | FSSAI, HACCP, ISO, APEDA, USDA Organic (opt.) |
| Origin | India |
๐ค Why Choose Our Sesame Seeds?
- โ Premium farm sourcing
- โ Natural, hulled & roasted varieties
- โ Cleaned, sorted, lab-tested
- โ Export-ready packaging & private label
- โ Organic & conventional options