Kabuli Chana (White Chickpeas / Garbanzo)
Premium 42-44 Count | Sortex Cleaned | Bulk Wholesale & Export
*Images & videos are for illustration only; actual products may vary in appearance, color, & size.
Botanical Name: Cicer arietinum (L.)
Other Name(s): Kabuli Chana, Garbanzo Beans, Chickpeas, Dollar Chana, Safed Chana, Chole or Kabuli Chhola, Konda Kadalai, Shimbra, Egyptian Pea, Pois Chiche, etc.
Product Overview
Kabuli Chana (Cicer arietinum), globally known as Garbanzo Beans or White Chickpeas, is a premium legume prized for its creamy texture. Santo Group exports Sortex-cleaned Kabuli Chana sourced from Madhya Pradesh (famous for the bold "Dollar" variety) and Rajasthan. We specialize in precise grading (Counts 42/44, 44/46) to ensure uniform cooking and high expansion, making our stock ideal for hummus manufacturing and canning.
Product Description
Key Quality Indicators
- Bold Size (Caliber): We supply specific counts ranging from 38/40 (14mm) to 58/60 (9mm). Our grading is precise, ensuring uniform cooking times for industrial processors.
- High Expansion: Our chickpeas are known for their excellent water absorption rate, doubling in size after soaking—perfect for canning and hummus.
- Weevil-Free: Strictly fumigated and machine-cleaned to ensure zero infestation or damaged beans.
Industrial Applications
Our bulk Kabuli Chana is a critical raw material for:
- Hummus Production: The primary ingredient for dips and spreads; requires high creaminess and low skin content.
- Canning Industry: Large, uniform beans (42/44 count) are preferred for canning in brine.
- Flour Milling: Ground into Chickpea Flour (distinct from Besan made from Desi Chana) for gluten-free baking.
- Ethnic Cuisine: A staple for "Chole Masala" in Indian restaurants and ready-to-eat pouches.
Product Specifications
| Technical Specifications | : | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Name | : | Cicer arietinum (L.) |
| Appearance | : | Creamy White / Pale Beige |
| Primary Origin | : | India (Madhya Pradesh / Rajasthan) |
| Size / Caliber (mm) | : | 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm+ |
| Count (Per US Ounce)^ | : | 75/80, 58/60, 44/46, 42/44, 40/42 (Super Bold) |
| Moisture | : | Max 6.0% - 10.0% |
| Admixture | : | Max 0.5% - 1% |
| Broken / Split | : | Max 1% - 2% |
| Shelf Life | : | 12 months (Stored in a cool, dry place) |
*As these are general specifications and actual specifications may vary.
^Custom grading based on "Count per Ounce" available upon request.
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 does "Count" mean in Chickpeas (e.g., 42/44, 58/60)?
Answer: Count refers to the number of beans in one US Ounce (28.35g). A lower number (e.g., 42/44) means the beans are larger and bolder. A higher number (e.g., 58/60) means the beans are smaller. 42/44 is considered Premium Bold size.
2. What is the difference between Kabuli Chana and Desi Chana?
Answer: Kabuli Chana is larger, creamy-white, and has a thinner skin, making it ideal for salads and hummus. Desi Chana (Bengal Gram) is smaller, dark brown, and has a thicker skin, primarily used for making Besan (Gram Flour).
3. Is your Kabuli Chana old crop or new crop?
Answer: We primarily export New Crop chickpeas to ensure faster cooking time and better taste. Old crop beans tend to be harder and take longer to boil.
4. Do you offer "Dollar Chana"?
Answer: Yes. Dollar Chana is the local Indian trade name for the extra-bold variety (12mm+ or 40/42 count) grown in Madhya Pradesh. We export this premium grade globally.
5. How do you ensure no pests/weevils?
Answer: Pulses are prone to weevils. We ensure strict Fumigation of the cargo before stuffing and provide a Fumigation Certificate along with the Phytosanitary Certificate to guarantee pest-free delivery.
