Product Name: Basil Seeds

Family: Lamiaceae

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

Common Names: Basil Seeds | Egyptian Basil Seeds

Cultivation: Conventional (common); not available with EU pesticide residue testing.

HS Code: 12/09/91/00

MOQ: 10 MT (20′ FCL)

Origin: Egypt

Crop: June – July

Introduction

Source your next container of bulk basil seeds directly from Egypt — available as Whole Basil Seeds or Basil Seed Powder, processed to meet your exact specifications for beverage manufacturing, food processing, or nutraceutical use.

Basil seed is bought for one property above all: mucilage. Dropped in water, the seed forms a clear gel coat within minutes, giving beverages a suspended texture that gums and stabilisers don’t replicate. That property depends on harvest maturity — seed cut early hydrates weakly and inconsistently, which shows up on your production line as batches that don’t match. We harvest at full maturity from contracted Nile Delta farms.

Ocimum basilicum seeds are carefully cleaned and optically sorted before shipment. Pesticide residue analysis is not routinely provided for this product.

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Available Forms

Choose the form that best matches your processing requirements:

Whole Basil Seeds — Grade A, 99% purity — optically sorted for uniform black colour and consistent particle size, for beverage manufacturers and food processors buying basil seeds in bulk

Basil Seed Powder — finely milled for bakery blends, nutraceutical capsules, and gluten-free flour applications. Note that milling ruptures the mucilage layer, so powder behaves differently in water than whole seed — tell us the application, and we’ll advise on grind size.

Quality & Certifications

We stand behind the quality of our basil seeds because we build long-term supply partnerships.

For independent verification, we accept third-party inspection by SGS or another inspection company of your choice, at the buyer’s expense.

Our certificates and registrations include:

• NFSA registered with the Egyptian Food Safety Authority
• ISO 9001 & ISO 22000 certified for quality and food safety management
• FDA, DUNS, GACC (China), and MFDS (Korea) registered

These certificates and registrations support your import and compliance requirements.

Review our full ISO and FDA certifications to streamline your import clearance

Beyond certificates, we rely on our family experience and reputation. Our roots in the herb trade go back to 1960, beginning with our grandfather. We protect that reputation with every shipment and seek lasting relationships with importers.

Shipping, Export Coordination & Documentation

Shipping & Logistics:

• FOB, CFR, and CIF Incoterms, with loading from Port Said, Alexandria, Damietta, and Sokhna ports
• Cost-effective shipping arrangements through our freight partners

Export Documentation:

• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Certificate of Origin (COO)
• Official Phytosanitary Certificate
• Bill of Lading (BL)
• Fumigation Certificate when required
• War Risk Insurance policy for 40′ containers, covered by EIC

Silica gel is placed inside the container to help control humidity and protect the quality of the bulk basil seeds during transit.

Packaging, Shelf Life & Storage

Packing Configurations:

• 25 kg Polypropylene (PP) bags for standard bulk packing
• 25 kg Multi-wall paper bags for added protection during handling and transit
• Customized B2B packing available on request

Shelf Life: Up to 24 months when stored under recommended conditions. Basil seed powder is best used within 12 months.

Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry environment below 25°C, protected from direct sunlight and humidity

Supply Capacity & What Affects Basil Seeds Price

Supply Capacity:

• MOQ: 10 metric tons (1 × 20′ FCL)
• Regular monthly shipping availability
• Contract-based programs for continuous annual-volume supply

What Affects Basil Seeds Price:

• Product form and processing requirements
• Grade and purity level — Grade A optically sorted seed prices above standard grade
• Order volume
• Packaging configuration
• Timing of the order relative to the Harvest season

Because basil seed prices vary according to these factors, we quote each shipment individually rather than publish a fixed rate. For better planning, check our Egyptian Herbs, Spices, Seeds & Legumes Harvest Calendar to understand seasonal timing. Send us your specifications and destination port for an accurate quotation within 24 hours.

Who This Product Is For

Our basil seed supply is intended for B2B clients purchasing by full container load (FCL) and not for LCL, for manufacturing, processing, and commercial use.

• Whole Basil Seeds, Grade A → Juice and health-drink manufacturers, falooda and sharbat producers, functional beverage brands
• Basil Seed Powder → Nutraceutical manufacturers, bakery and gluten-free flour blenders
• All forms → Food ingredient wholesalers and private-label brand owners

We supply FCL quantities to commercial buyers and do not serve retail or direct-to-consumer orders, or the local market.

Explore Our Process

Request a Quote or Sample

1. Share your basil seed specifications, including form, purity grade, and application.
2. Confirm your order volume and destination port (POD).
3. Receive a customized quotation and estimated lead time.
4. Review and approve the sample before shipment — through a factory visit, a video showing the actual basil seed sample, or a physical sample sent to you when needed.
5. Proceed with your first container once the specifications and sample are approved.

Request a Quote  Ask for a Sample  Discuss Your Import Specifications  Know more about our Process

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9. FAQs

Q1. Who are we? We are a third-generation family business established in 2007, with family roots in the herb trade going back to 1960. We process our products in two facilities: manual processing for delicate products and mechanized sorting and processing.

Q2. Are basil seeds and chia seeds the same? No. Basil seed (Ocimum basilicum) is black, oval, and hydrates within minutes into a firm, clear gel. Chia (Salvia hispanica) is mottled grey-brown, hydrates more slowly, and forms a softer, cloudier gel. They are not interchangeable in a beverage formulation — basil seed holds its structure better in suspension.

Q3. What forms of basil seed do you supply? We supply Whole Basil Seeds in Grade A and standard grades, and Basil Seed Powder, for B2B buyers and industrial processors.

Q4. What is the MOQ? 10 metric tons for a full 20′ FCL. Basil seed can also be consolidated with other herbs and seeds in one container.

Q5. How can I verify and follow my order before shipment? You can verify your order through a factory visit, video verification, or a third-party inspection (such as SGS) at the buyer’s expense. You can also follow your shipment through our export process. Learn more about our Process

Q6. Do you seek long-term relationships with buyers? Yes. We serve customers across 21 countries spanning the Americas, Africa, Europe, Asia, the Gulf region, and Australia. We want every first shipment, and every shipment that follows, to strengthen trust and build a lasting partnership.

Q7. Do you supply the local market? No. We supply export markets only.