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Indian Shelled Groundnuts (Peanuts) — Saurashtra, Gujarat Origin | Bold/Java Type | Export Grade
HSN 12024210 · Indian groundnut exporter from Rajkot & Saurashtra, Gujarat — the world's largest groundnut origin (India supplies ~55% of global trade, Saurashtra accounts for 72% of Gujarat's export value). Bold/Java type shelled kernels, aflatoxin-tested per batch against EU limits (B1 ≤4ppb). APEDA registered, FSSAI licensed. Top buyers: Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, China. Year-round supply from moisture-controlled, fumigated dry storage.
Technical Specifications
Product Specs
Grading & Quality
- Oil content: 45–50% (typical for Bold/Java type)
- FFA (Free Fatty Acid): max 0.5–1%
- Moisture: max 7% (6–8% range)
- Foreign matter/impurities: <1%
- Damaged/split kernels: <2–3%
- Admixture (other variety): <2%
- Color/skin: natural tan-pink, uniform
- Free from live insect infestation at dispatch
Packing & Handling
- Type: Bold/Java — Gujarat's dominant export type
- Count per oz: 38/42, 40/50, 50/60 — lower count = larger, more premium kernel
- Aflatoxin tested per batch — EU limit: 4 ppb (B1) / 10 ppb (Total) for direct human consumption
- Shipped in standard dry containers — strict moisture protection (mold/aflatoxin risk)
- Vacuum/nitrogen-flush packing available for extended shelf-life
- Fumigation certificate provided per shipment
Origin & Traceability
Sourced from Saurashtra — India's Largest Groundnut Belt
Geographic Origin
Rajkot, Amreli, and Junagadh — Gujarat's Saurashtra peninsula — contribute 72% of Gujarat's groundnut export value (Rajkot 29.4%, Amreli 22.9%, Junagadh 19.4% in 2025). India supplies approximately 55% of global shelled groundnut trade; Saurashtra is the single most important production sub-region worldwide. Aflatoxin testing per batch against EU limits (B1 ≤4ppb) and pre-shipment fumigation certificate are standard on every Indian groundnut consignment from this origin.
Farmer Partnership
Sourced from farming networks across the Saurashtra belt — farm-to-port traceability with full documentation chain.
Harvest Cycle & Availability
When It's Harvested
Groundnut is predominantly a Kharif (monsoon) crop in Gujarat — main harvest completes October–November. A smaller irrigated summer crop (Zaid, Feb–Apr) provides a secondary window at lower volumes and higher prices. The critical post-harvest discipline is moisture control: high moisture enables aflatoxin mold formation, so proper sun-drying to ≤8% moisture before shelling and controlled storage (≤12% RH) are the primary quality controls separating EU-compliant Indian groundnut exporter supply from non-compliant material.
Kharif
Main monsoon crop — sown June–July, harvested October–December (peak November). Supplies the bulk of the year.
Jun–Jul
Oct–Dec
~85%
Moisture-controlled dry
Summer
Smaller irrigated crop in select areas — sown January–February, harvested April–May.
Jan–Feb
Apr–May
~15%
Moisture-controlled dry
What This Means for You
- Best pricing and lowest aflatoxin risk: Nov–Jan, right after harvest and drying
- Later-season stock (Jun–Sep) requires stricter storage verification — ask for the aflatoxin test date, not just a general quality claim
- Recommended contract lock-in: 4–6 weeks ahead of your required shipment month
Secure Your Allocation
New Kharif crop arrives November. Book early-season stock for the lowest aflatoxin risk and best pricing of the year.
Pricing & MOQ
Transparent Pricing
| Quantity | FOB Price/MT | CIF Price/MT | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1×20ft FCL (~24–25 MT) | On request | On request | Standard MOQ |
| 3+ FCL | On request | On request | Volume discount |
| Sample (1–5kg) | On request | — | Adjusted against first bulk order |
- Price validity: Price valid for the date of quotation only (subject to market fluctuation and season). Always confirm price at the time of placing the order.
- Payment: 60% advance + 40% against BL copy (first orders); 50% advance + 50% against BL copy (second orders); 40% advance + 60% against BL copy (third orders); LC at sight for repeat buyers
- Currency: USD default, EUR on request
Packaging & Labeling
Packaging Formats
Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Coverage
Mandatory
- Aflatoxin (B1 & Total) test report — per batch
- APEDA Registration
- FSSAI License
- Phytosanitary Certificate (per shipment)
- Fumigation Certificate
- Certificate of Origin
Market-Specific
- EU: strict aflatoxin MRL (4 ppb B1 / 10 ppb Total) + TRACES — this market rejects fastest on aflatoxin failures
- Non-GMO declaration
- Pesticide MRL compliance where requested
Shipping & Logistics
Port & Route Data
| Port | Export Value | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Mundra | 3,490.2 Cr | Primary gateway — ~56% of national groundnut volume |
| Chennai Sea | 344.7 Cr | Secondary — South/Southeast Asia routes |
| Kandla Sea | 162.4 Cr | Secondary |
Transit Times
- Malaysia / Thailand: 10–14 days
- Indonesia / Vietnam / Philippines: 12–18 days
- China: 15–20 days
- UAE: 7–12 days
Documents Provided
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List
- Bill of Lading
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Fumigation Certificate
- Aflatoxin test report
Ready stock dispatch: 7–10 days. Container type: standard dry container. Mundra dominates groundnut exports — well-connected to Rajkot/Saurashtra by road.
Priority Export Markets
Countries We Export Indian Shelled Groundnuts (Peanuts) To
View country-specific trade information — import compliance, trade agreements, logistics details — for each of our priority markets.
Applications
Common Uses
- Oil crushing & extraction
- Confectionery & snack manufacturing
- Peanut butter & spread production
- Animal feed & meal processing
Social Proof & Trust
Where It Goes
Top Export Markets
- Indonesia1,816 Cr
- Vietnam906 Cr
- Malaysia654 Cr
- China473 Cr
- Philippines436 Cr
- Thailand345 Cr
- UAE341 Cr
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyer Questions, Answered
Aflatoxin (especially B1) is produced by Aspergillus mold under heat and moisture conditions — post-harvest groundnut is particularly susceptible if drying is inadequate or storage is humid. It's the single most common reason groundnut shipments are rejected at destination. We test every batch for Aflatoxin B1 and Total aflatoxin at an NABL-accredited lab before dispatch — EU limits are 4 ppb B1 / 10 ppb Total for direct human consumption. The test report accompanies every shipment. Ask for the latest test date when comparing suppliers.
Bold (large kernel): higher oil content (47–50%), better visual appeal — preferred for direct food use, snacks, peanut butter. Java (smaller): slightly lower oil, competitive pricing — used for oil crushing and lower-cost confectionery. Count per oz: 38/42 = largest Bold, 50/60 = smaller Java. Tell us your application and we'll recommend the right grade and count specification.
Saurashtra — Rajkot, Amreli, Junagadh districts — accounts for ~72% of Gujarat's groundnut export value. Gujarat itself produces ~55% of India's total groundnut crop. The region's semi-arid climate, light sandy soil, and well-established crushing and grading infrastructure make it the natural hub. Mundra port handles ~56% of national groundnut export volume — a well-optimised logistics corridor from farm to container.
EU buyers require: Aflatoxin B1 + Total test report per batch (NABL/FSSAI-accredited lab), pesticide MRL test report (GCMS/LCMS) against EC Regulation 396/2005 limits, fumigation certificate, and phytosanitary certificate. For repeat EU buyers, a HACCP/GMP facility certificate from the processing facility is commonly requested. We provide all documents proactively — specify EU-bound on your order.
Standard MOQ: 1×20ft FCL (~24–25 MT). Sample orders of 1–5kg available for first-time buyers; cost adjusted against first bulk order. Payment: 60% advance + 40% against BL copy. Terms improve — 50/50 on second order, 40/60 on third. LC at sight for repeat buyers.
Quality Assurance
Our Commitment
Every groundnut shipment undergoes aflatoxin testing (B1 & Total), moisture analysis, and size grading before dispatch. Aflatoxin is the single most common reason groundnut shipments get rejected — we test per batch and provide the report with every consignment.
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