Cumin is the dried, white fruit with grayish brown color of a small slender annual herb. It is now mostly produced in India.Gujrat, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh are the prominent producers. Cumin seed have an aromatic odour and bitter taste. It is used as a condiment, and is an ingredient in Curry powder, seasonings of breads, Cakes and Cheese. It's oil is also used in perfumery and for flavoring liqueurs, and cordials.