White Poppy Seeds / Yellow Poppy Seeds (Papaver Somniferum) – Sortex Cleaned 99.9% Prime Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>White Poppy Seeds</strong> (also globally traded as <strong>Yellow Poppy Seeds / Cream Poppy Seeds</strong>; <em>Papaver somniferum</em> L.), sustainably cultivated under strict state-monitored agricultural frameworks across the fertile, volcanic soils of Central and Southwestern Anatolia (Afyonkarahisar, Denizli, Konya, and Uşak basins—the historic heartland of authentic poppy production). Harvested at complete physiological maturity after natural capsule curing, mechanically deseeded, aspirated, destoned, and triple-refined through state-of-the-art optical color sorters (Sortex) and magnetic separators, our white poppy seeds feature a uniform ivory-to-pale-yellow hue, a crisp delicate crunch, and an intensely rich, sweet-nutty flavor without earthy bitterness. Extensively supplied to commercial bakery and artisanal pastry networks, halva and confectionery manufacturers, traditional poppy paste (Haşhaş Ezmesi) stone-grinding plants, Indian culinary sauce and curry paste blenders (Khas Khas), and wholesale retail food packers worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Quality Focus: Sortex 99.9% Purity &amp; Food-Grade Alkaloid Safety</h3>

<p>In global culinary seed trading, white poppy seed value is dictated by optical color consistency, high oil content, complete absence of dark/blue/brown seed admixtures, and strict compliance with international food-grade alkaloid safety mandates. Because natural latex alkaloids reside within the capsule walls rather than inside the seed itself, our gentle threshing, specialized multi-stage air aspiration, and physical washing/polishing protocols ensure ultra-low opiate alkaloid surface residues. Every export batch is laboratory-tested via LC-MS/MS to guarantee strict compliance with <strong>European Commission (EU) Regulation (EU) 2021/2142</strong> (morphine equivalent limits: morphine + 0.2 &times; codeine &le; 20 mg/kg), assuring total safety for commercial human consumption.</p>

<h3>Commercial Grades &amp; Available Processing Styles</h3>

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<li><strong>1. White / Cream Poppy Seeds – Sortex Cleaned 99.9% (Bakery &amp; Retail Grade):</strong>

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<li>Uniform ivory-cream to pale straw-yellow kidney-shaped seeds with a delicate reticulated surface (length: 1.0 mm – 1.4 mm).</li>

<li>99.9% purity; 0% stones, 0% dust, and strictly limited off-color seeds (max. 0.1% dark/blue seed tolerance).</li>

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<li><strong>2. White / Yellow Poppy Seeds – Machine Cleaned 99% (Industrial Sourcing):</strong>

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<li>Standard commercial cleaned grade optimized for high-volume edible oil extraction, bulk confectionery compounding, and industrial seed roasting.</li>

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<li><strong>3. 100% Pure White Poppy Seed Paste (Haşhaş Ezmesi / Milled Paste):</strong>

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<li>Stone-ground or colloid-milled smooth, velvety paste without added sugars, emulsifiers, or hydrogenated oils; ideal for laminated pastry doughs, traditional buns (çörek), and dessert fillings.</li>

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<h3>Product Specifications &amp; Analytical Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>Botanical Origin:</strong> <em>Papaver somniferum</em> L. (Variety: Album / White seed lines - Family: Papaveraceae)</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> White Poppy Seeds, Yellow Poppy Seeds, Cream Poppy Seeds, Graines de Pavot Blanc, Semillas de Amapola Blanca, Weißer Mohn / Gelber Mohn, Semi di Papavero Bianco, Beyaz Haşhaş Tohumu / Sarı Haşhaş, Safed Posta Dana / Khus Khus</li>

<li><strong>HS Code:</strong> 1207.91.90.00 / 1207.91.10 (Poppy seeds, whether or not broken - Other than for sowing)</li>

<li><strong>Color Profile:</strong> Natural uniform ivory, creamy white to golden-yellow (free from dark blue, gray, or browned grains)</li>

<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.5% – 99.9% (Multi-stage Sortex color sorted, destoned, aspirated, metal-detected)</li>

<li><strong>Crude Oil Content:</strong> Min. 44.0% – 50.0%+ (Rich in essential polyunsaturated linoleic and oleic fatty acids)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 7.5% – 8.5% (Crisp texture; ensuring long-term shelf stability without rancidity risk)</li>

<li><strong>Free Fatty Acids (FFA, as Oleic Acid):</strong> Max. 1.5% – 2.0% (Guaranteeing fresh, sweet aroma with zero rancidity)</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 6.5% – 7.5%</li>

<li><strong>Acid-Insoluble Ash:</strong> Max. 0.5% – 0.8%</li>

<li><strong>Heavy Metals &amp; Pesticides:</strong> Strictly compliant with European Commission (EU) regulation thresholds</li>

<li><strong>Opiate Alkaloid Compliance:</strong> Tested compliant with EU 2021/2142 (Morphine equivalents &le; 20 mg/kg); 100% safe for food preparation</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey (Afyonkarahisar, Denizli, Konya, Uşak Plains)</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

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<h3>Packaging &amp; Barrier Protection Standards</h3>

<p>Because white poppy seeds have a high natural oil content (up to 50%), packaging is engineered to shield the seeds from atmospheric oxygen, humidity, and heat to avoid lipid oxidation:</p>

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<li>Standard export heavy-duty PP (polypropylene) woven bags: 25 kg or 50 kg net weight, fitted with micro-perforated food-grade inner liners for optimal seed breathability</li>

<li>Multi-ply craft paper export bags (20 kg or 25 kg) with polyethylene (PE) moisture-barrier inner liners</li>

<li>Jumbo Big Bags (FIBC 1,000 kg – 1,100 kg) with top filling and bottom discharge spouts for automated industrial paste mills and bakery complexes</li>

<li>Vacuum-packed inner polybags (10 kg / 12.5 kg x 2 per corrugated carton) for extended sea freight and tropical storage stability</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, batch barcodes, nutritional panels, and client palletization standards fully supported</li>

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<h3>Container Loading &amp; Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>White poppy seeds represent a heavy, dense, free-flowing oilseed commodity (bulk density approx. 620 – 680 kg/m³). Container configurations achieve high payload efficiency while strictly respecting international container payload ratings and highway axle limits:</p>

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<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Loose Floor Loaded (25 kg / 50 kg bags): Approx. 18.0 – 20.0 MT</li>

<li>Palletized (Standard Euro / Industrial pallets): Approx. 14.0 – 16.0 MT</li>

<li>Sea-Bulk Liner Bag (In 20ft container): Approx. 20.0 – 21.0 MT</li>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Floor Loaded or Palletized: 24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong> due to high commodity density)</li>

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<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Mega Tır 90–100 m³):</strong>

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<li>Approx. 23.0 – 24.5 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 24 – 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance &amp; Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Comprehensive official export paperwork: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specifically verifying purity, oil content %, FFA (acidity), moisture, and LC-MS/MS alkaloid testing (morphine/codeine), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Official legal export authorization and traceability documentation compliant with international narcotics control and national regulatory boards (TMO).</li>

<li>Tested and certified compliant with European Commission (EU) pesticide MRL regulations and US FDA food safety rules. 100% Halal, Kosher, and Non-GMO certified.</li>

<li>Available trade delivery terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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