These grades are determined based on factors such as:
Freedom from foreign material, loose kernels, shell pieces, particles, dust, and blanks.
Shells that are naturally split and free from damage like adhering hull material or stains.
Kernels that are well dried and free from defects such as immaturity, spotting, mold, or rancidity.
A minimum size requirement of not less than 30/64 inch in diameter, measured by a round hole screen.
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Shelled Pistachio
Origin:
IRAN
Packaging:
vacuum bags, Injected with Nitrogen, carton
Packing weight:
5, 10 kg NW
Shelf Life:
A. Whole Kernel
B.Pieces:
1.Splits 2.Slices
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Origin:
USA
Packaging:
vacuum bags, Injected with Nitrogen, carton
Packing weight:
5, 10 kg NW
Shelf Life:
U.S. Fancy
U.S. Extra No. 1
U.S. No. 1
These grades are determined based on factors such as
Kernels that are well dried.
Absence of damage from immature kernels, kernel spotting, mold, insect damage, rancidity, or decay.
Size classifications, such as Jumbo Whole Kernels, where 80% or more by weight are whole kernels, and not more than 5% pass through a 24/64 inch round hole screen
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Peeled Pistachio Kernels
Origin:
IRAN
Packaging:
vacuum bags, Injected with Nitrogen, carton
Packing weight:
5, 10 kg NW
Shelf Life:
Type A
Color: Bright green
Use: High-end food production, including baklava and fine desserts
Type B
Color: Light to medium green
Use:General food industry use—ice cream, sauces, etc
Type C
Color: Green with yellowish tones
Use: Mass-market confectionery, bulk products
Type D
Color: Pale green to yellow; may include broken kernels
Use: Industrial use, pistachio paste production
Type S
Color: Very bright, deep green
Use: Luxury applications—premium sweets, pastries, and exports