Sesame Seeds

Overview

Description & composition

Sesame seed (Sesamum indicum) is a high-oil content seed valued for its dense nutritional profile, providing easily digestible protein rich in essential amino acids, alongside key minerals. Its lipid profile is distinguished by a naturally occurring antioxidant system, primarily the lignans sesamin and sesamolin, which provides exceptional stability and protects the seed against oxidation over time. Processed through multi-stage physical cleaning and advanced optical sorting, it is a clean, uniform, and stable food-grade ingredient.

Technical specs

Physical and chemical properties

Origin & availability

Harvest calendar by origin

Packaging & logistics

Formats and container loading

Suitable for

Species and feeding programs

• Bakery & Food Processing: Serves as a functional and visual ingredient, enhancing flavor and surface browning.
• Tahini & Paste Production: Key raw material where high oil content and color uniformity optimize texture and processing yield.
• Edible Oil Extraction: Crushed for premium oil valued for its rich flavor and superior oxidative stability.
• Nutraceuticals & Cosmetics: Native bioactives (lignans and phytosterols) support functional foods and natural personal care formulations.

Storage & shelf life

Recommended conditions

• Moisture: Maintain at or below 6% and relative humidity below 50% to prevent mold growth and aflatoxin risks.
• Temperature: Store in a cool, dry environment, away from direct heat to limit oil oxidation.
• Environment: Keep in a well-ventilated facility, protected from direct sunlight.
• Handling: Store as whole seed, as the intact coat combined with natural lignans provides superior oxidative stability.
• Shelf life: 12 months under controlled conditions, extending up to 18 months for natural (unhulled) seeds.