Desi Chana (Bengal Gram / Kala Chana)
Machine-Cleaned & Sortex Quality | High Besan Yield | Bulk Wholesale & Export
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Botanical Name: Cicer arietinum
Other Name(s): Kala Chana, Chickpea (Brown) etc.
Product Overview
Desi Chana (Cicer arietinum), known globally as Bengal Gram and domestically as Kala Chana, is a nutrient-dense legume with a distinct brown skin and nutty flavor. Santo Group exports premium Desi Chana sourced from the famous "Indore Belt" in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Unlike the larger Kabuli variety, our Desi Chana is selected for its high density and low moisture, ensuring maximum recovery (yield) when processed into Chana Dal or ground into Besan (Gram Flour). We supply Sortex-cleaned stock free from stones and weevils, ideal for industrial milling and retail packing.
Product Description
Key Quality Indicators
- High Milling Yield: Sourced from MP (Indore Quality), known for thin skin and bold size, providing excellent recovery rates for Besan manufacturers.
- Weevil-Free: Strictly fumigated and machine-cleaned to ensure zero infestation during storage and transit.
- Uniform Size: Graded to remove small/shriveled beans, ensuring even roasting and cooking.
Industrial Applications
Our bulk Desi Chana is the primary raw material for:
- Besan Manufacturing: Ground into Gram Flour (Besan), the most used flour in Indian sweets and snacks.
- Dal Processing: Split and dehusked to produce Chana Dal.
- Roasted Chana: Roasted (with or without skin) for healthy snacking (Bhuna Chana).
- Sprouting: Whole raw beans are highly viable for fresh sprouts.
Product Specifications
| Technical Specifications | : | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Name | : | Cicer arietinum |
| Varieties | : | Kantewala / Radhey (Bold Sizes Available) |
| Primary Origin | : | India (Madhya Pradesh / Rajasthan) |
| Purity | : | 99% / 99.5% (Sortex Cleaned) |
| Admixture | : | Max 0.5% - 1% |
| Moisture | : | Max 06% - 10% |
| Damaged / Weevilled | : | Max 0.5% - 1% |
| Shelf Life | : | 12 months (Stored in a cool, dry place) |
*As these are general specifications and actual specifications may vary.
Packing and Packaging
| Particulars | : | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Packing Size | : | 25 | 30 KGS |
| Packaging | : | PP Bags | 1 Metric Ton Jumbo Bags (Tote Bags) |
| MOQ | : | 50 KGS |
| Sample* Size(s) | : | 1 | 5 | 10 | 25 KGS |
| Documentation | : | COA, Phytosanitary Certificate, Origin Certificate |
| Customization | : | Availability based on offered options. |
*Paid Samples Only.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between Desi Chana and Kabuli Chana?
Answer: Desi Chana is smaller, has a thick brown skin, and is yellow inside. It has a stronger, nuttier flavor and is primarily used for making Besan (flour) and Chana Dal. Kabuli Chana is large, white, and thin-skinned, used mostly for salads, hummus, and curries.
2. Is this suitable for making Besan (Gram Flour)?
Answer: Yes. Our Desi Chana is specifically sourced from Madhya Pradesh, a region famous for producing chana with low moisture and thin skin. This results in a higher output (recovery) of flour per kg compared to chana from other regions.
3. Do you supply Split Chana (Chana Dal)?
Answer: Yes, we supply both Whole Desi Chana (Kala Chana) and processed Chana Dal (Split & Dehusked) depending on your requirement.
4. Is your Desi Chana polished?
Answer: We specialize in Unpolished (Natural) chana for maximum shelf life and milling yield. However, we can arrange Water Polished stock upon request for bulk orders requiring specific retail aesthetics.
5. How do you control weevils?
Answer: Chana is highly susceptible to pests. We perform rigorous fumigation prior to stuffing the container and provide a valid Fumigation Certificate to ensure the cargo arrives pest-free.
