| Appearance | Small, oval-shaped seeds, typically beige or black |
| Moisture Content | 6% maximum |
| Oil Content | 45-55% |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% maximum |
| Impurities | 0.5% maximum |
| Broken Seeds | 3% maximum |
| Size | 2-3 mm in length |
| Flavor | Nutty and slightly sweet |
| Shelf Life | 12 months in a cool, dry place |
| Use | Cooking, baking, oil extraction, and garnishing |