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 |