Cumin, cardamom etc (6)
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I believe the answer is:
spices
(Other definitions for spices that I've seen before include "Aromatic flavourings" , "Food flavours for Pisces" , "Pungent food additives" , "Aromatic substances" , "Cinnamon, cardamom etc" .)