Black Chickpeas

Black Chickpeas

Black chickpeas (Cicer arietinum) are a highly nutritious legume widely used in the food industry, especially in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean cuisines. They are also used in flour production and animal feed. Below are the general specifications for black chickpeas:

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Small, round, dark brown to black-colored beans

Odor & Taste: Neutral, characteristic of chickpeas, with a slightly nutty flavor

Size:

Small: 4-6 mm

Medium: 6-8 mm

Large: 8-10 mm

Purity: Min 99% (export quality)

Foreign Matter: Max 0.5%

Broken & Damaged Grains: Max 2-3%

Moisture Content: Max 10-12%

Admixture: Max 0.5-2%

Chemical & Nutritional Properties (Per 100g):

Protein: 18-22%

Carbohydrates: 60-65%

Dietary Fiber: 12-18%

Fat Content: 4-6%

Total Ash Content: Max 3-4%

Acid Insoluble Ash: Max 0.5%

Energy Value: Approx. 350-400 kcal

Microbiological Standards:

Total Plate Count: Max 100,000 CFU/g

Yeast & Mold: Max 1,000 CFU/g

Coliforms: <10 CFU/g

E. Coli: Absent

Salmonella: Absent

Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb

Contaminants & Adulterants:

Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)

Heavy Metals:

Lead (Pb): <0.2 ppm

Cadmium (Cd): <0.1 ppm

Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm

Mercury (Hg): <0.05 ppm

Artificial Colors & Additives: Must be absent

Foreign Matter: Max 0.5%

Applications of Black Chickpeas:

Food Industry: Used in curries, soups, salads, and chickpea flour (besan) production

Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used for its high fiber, protein, and digestive health benefits

Animal Feed: Used as a protein-rich ingredient for livestock and poultry

Flour Production: Ground into chickpea flour for baking and gluten-free recipes

Black Chickpeas

Black Chickpeas

Minimum Order Quantity : 1 Ton

Black Chickpeas that we present is a tremendous source of calcium, fibre, protein, iron, and other nutrient. This kind of chickpeas is widely eaten in various forms, including sprouted, roasted, boiled, fried, cooked, and so on. It is also ground to produce flour, which is mixed for making many dishes, namkeen, desserts, bakery items, etc. Free from impurities and has good shelf life, the Black Chickpeas can easily be purchased from us via this online website with different needed quantities in first in class packaging choices.

Black-Chickpeas

Black Chickpeas

Fob price- $500-$900

Product Detailed description- Quality: 1st Grade Admixture Max 1% Damaged Max 3% Packing : PP Bags 5/10/25/50kg Origin : India Monthly production volume : 3000 Ton

Minimum Quantity- 1 metric ton
Packaging Detail- As per customer need
Capacity- 3000 metric tonnes per month
Sample available- Yes
Sample cost born by- Buyer

We are recognised worldwide suppliers and exporters for the finest Black Chickpeas which is good in nutrition and quality standards. With the highest standards of Quality control from sourcing to packaging to despatching we are one of the most trusted premium quality supplier and exporters in Indian grains and pulses.