Coriander prices on Thursday eased Rs 18 to Rs 7,802 per quintal in futures trade as speculators reduced their positions amid weak demand in the spot market.

On the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange, coriander contracts for January delivery declined Rs 18 or 0.23 per cent to Rs 7,802 per quintal in 19,660 lots.

Market analysts said subdued demand in the spot market mainly led to the decline in coriander prices here.