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Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)
Pulses SKU: XP-0005

Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)

High-quality Kabuli Chickpeas, sorted and graded. Available in 42-44, 44-46, and 58-60 counts.

Commercial Trade Terms

Min. Order (MOQ)

24 Metric Tons

HS Code

07132000

Origin

India

Price Range

Price on Request

Export Documents

  • Certificate of Origin
  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • COA
  • Pesticide Residue Report (EU MRL)
  • Non-GMO Certificate
  • Fumigation Certificate

Available Bag Sizes

1kg5kg25kg50kg

Available Bag Types

PP Woven BagJute BagBOPP LaminatedNon-Woven

Product Overview

COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The global demand for premium Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) requires a supply chain partner capable of delivering consistent quality, stringent food safety compliance, and robust logistics. At IndianXporter, we specialize in the bulk export of Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana), sourcing directly from certified agricultural zones and processing them in our state-of-the-art facilities.

SOURCING & CULTIVATION

Our Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) is cultivated in regions known for their ideal climatic conditions, ensuring the highest concentration of essential oils, flavor, and nutritional value. By partnering directly with Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), we maintain 100% traceability from the farm to your destination port. This direct-sourcing model not only ensures competitive FOB/CIF pricing but also guarantees ethical agricultural practices.

ADVANCED SORTEX PROCESSING & QUALITY CONTROL

To meet the strict import regulations of the EU, FDA (USA), and Middle Eastern authorities, our Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) undergoes rigorous processing:

Buhler Sortex Cleaning: Utilizing advanced optical sorting technology to eliminate 99.9% of foreign matter, discolored units, and impurities.

Moisture Control: Dehydrated and stored in temperature-controlled warehouses to prevent Aflatoxin development and mold.

Laboratory Testing: Every batch is tested in-house for pesticide residues (MRLs), heavy metals, Salmonella, and E. Coli.

PACKAGING & PRIVATE LABEL SOLUTIONS

We offer highly customizable packaging solutions tailored to B2B wholesale, industrial processing, and retail distribution:

Bulk Packaging: 25kg, 50kg PP (Polypropylene) Bags, Jute Bags, or Multi-wall Paper Bags.

OEM / Private Labeling: Retail-ready packaging (100g to 5kg pouches, glass jars, and PET bottles) printed with your brand logo, barcodes, and localized nutritional information.

Vacuum Packing: Available upon request to maximize shelf-life and preserve volatile oils during long ocean transits.

GLOBAL EXPORT LOGISTICS

IndianXporter ensures a seamless import experience. We manage the entire export lifecycle from our primary loading ports at Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Mundra. All shipments of Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) include comprehensive export documentation: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, and Fumigation Certificates. We also support Pre-Shipment Inspections (PSI) by globally recognized agencies like SGS or Bureau Veritas at the buyer's request.

GLOBAL SOURCING & APPLICATIONS

Our Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) is meticulously sourced and manufactured to meet the highest international standards. It is widely utilized across multiple industries, offering unparalleled reliability and performance. We cater to B2B wholesalers, distributors, and industrial processors globally, ensuring that every shipment aligns perfectly with your market's demands.

QUALITY ASSURANCE & EXPORT PROCESSING

At IndianXporter, quality is our foremost priority. From the point of origin to the final dispatch port, Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) undergoes rigorous multi-stage quality control. Our processing facilities utilize advanced sorting, grading, and packaging machinery. Every batch is certified for export, guaranteeing compliance with ISO, FDA, and destination-specific safety regulations.

As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide.

Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.

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Varieties Found in India

Regional cultivars available for bulk export

Kabuli Large (42/44)

Rajasthan & MP

Premium bold grade. 42โ€“44 count/100g. EU & USA top pick.

Kabuli Medium (44/46)

MP

Standard export grade. 44โ€“46 count. Volume export.

Desi Chana

Rajasthan

Small, dark. High protein (22%). Processed to besan flour.

Specific variety available on request โ€” mention in your RFQ.

What is Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)?

Kabuli Chickpea (Cicer arietinum), known as Kabuli Chana in India, is the larger, cream-coloured variety of chickpea that dominates international trade. India is the world's largest chickpea producer (70% of global production) and a significant exporter, particularly of Desi chickpeas to Australia and the Middle East, and processed chickpea products globally.

Kabuli chickpeas are graded primarily by seed count (number of seeds per 100 grams) โ€” with Bold (42/44, 44/46) grades commanding the highest export premiums for European and North American food markets, while larger volume trades flow in 58/60 grade to Middle Eastern markets. The plant-based protein revolution has dramatically increased demand for chickpeas across all markets, with hummus consumption in the USA growing 25% year-on-year.

India's Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh are the primary Kabuli chickpea producing regions. Australia is actually the world's largest Kabuli chickpea exporter (from smaller domestic production of higher-protein varieties), creating a competitive market where Indian chickpeas typically undercut Australian prices by $100โ€“200/MT.

Technical Specifications

Seed Count Grade Bold: 42/44; Medium: 44/46; Standard: 58/60 per 100g
Moisture 12% Max
Admixture (Other Seeds) 1% Max
Damaged Seeds 1% Max
Protein Content 19โ€“22% (dry weight basis)
Broken Seeds 0.5% Max (Bold grade)
Weevil Damage Nil
Foreign Matter 0.25% Max
Skin Colour Cream/beige โ€” uniform for premium grade

Commercial Grades & Classification

Bold Grade 42/44

Processing: Machine graded, sortex cleaned, uniform large seed

Colour: Cream-beige, uniform skin

Use Case: Premium hummus manufacturing, EU supermarket retail, North American health food

+20โ€“30% over 58/60 grade

Medium Grade 44/46

Processing: Machine graded, sortex cleaned

Colour: Cream-beige

Use Case: Standard retail packs, Middle East wholesale, UK grocery market

+10โ€“20% over 58/60 grade

Standard Grade 58/60

Processing: Machine graded, standard cleaning

Colour: Cream, some variation

Use Case: Industrial food processing, canned chickpeas, institutional catering

Base export grade

Indicative FOB Pricing

Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.

Grade FOB Price (USD/MT) Notes
Kabuli Bold 42/44 count $900 โ€“ $1,400/MT Premium hummus grade โ€” Q1 2026 indicative
Kabuli Medium 44/46 count $800 โ€“ $1,200/MT Standard retail grade
Kabuli Standard 58/60 count $650 โ€“ $1,000/MT Industrial food processing grade

Price Influencing Factors

  • โ€ขAustralia harvest โ€” Australia is the largest Kabuli exporter; crop failure lifts Indian Kabuli prices significantly
  • โ€ขIndia Rabi crop performance โ€” Rajasthan and MP Rabi planting determines supply for 12 months
  • โ€ขPlant-based protein demand surge โ€” hummus and chickpea snack boom driving consistent demand growth
  • โ€ขEU organic premium โ€” organic Kabuli commands 50โ€“80% premium over conventional
  • โ€ขPakistan competition โ€” Pakistan exports Desi chickpeas that compete in Middle East price-sensitive segments

India vs Australia: Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) Comparison

Australia is the world's largest Kabuli chickpea exporter despite much lower production than India, due to its focus on high-protein, clean-seed varieties. Indian Kabuli typically undercuts Australian pricing by $100โ€“200/MT.

Aspect ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India ๐ŸŒ Australia
Protein Content 19โ€“22% โ€” good protein 22โ€“25% โ€” higher protein per seed
Seed Uniformity Good โ€” sortex cleaned for premium grades Excellent โ€” very uniform seeding
Price $650โ€“$1,400/MT โ€” more price competitive $800โ€“$1,600/MT โ€” premium positioning
EU Compliance MRL tested โ€” clean certificates available Very clean compliance record
Availability Large volumes โ€” deep supply Limited by Australian production area

Applications & End-Use Markets

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Hummus & Dip Manufacturing

Bold and Medium Kabuli chickpeas are the primary ingredient in hummus manufacturing globally. Sabra, Ithaca, and Hope Foods in the USA and Moorish and Yummus in the UK are major buyers of Indian Kabuli.

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Canned & Packaged Goods

Canned chickpeas in brine โ€” a major EU and USA retail category. Medium and Standard grades cooked and canned for supermarket own-label and branded products.

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Snack Food Industry

Roasted chickpea snacks, chickpea chips, and puffs are the fastest-growing plant-based snack category. Bold grade preferred for uniform roasting and visual appeal.

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Plant-Based Meat & Dairy

Chickpea protein isolate and aquafaba (liquid) are key ingredients in vegan products. High-protein chickpea flour used in gluten-free baking and plant-based burger patties.

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Global Trade Architecture

Primary Supply Origins

India

~70% of global production (but mostly Desi)

Rajasthan, MP for Kabuli. Lower export volume than Australia for Kabuli grade.

Australia

Largest Kabuli exporter by volume

High-protein, clean varieties. Primary EU and North American source.

Canada

~10% of global chickpea exports

Saskatchewan production. Kabuli and Desi. Growing US market supply.

Key Consumption Nodes

USA โ€” East Coast and California

Fastest-growing hummus market globally. Bold grade in constant demand from Sabra and other major hummus brands.

EU โ€” Germany, UK, France

Canned chickpeas dominant format. Growing fresh hummus and roasted snack segment driving Bold grade demand.

Middle East

Traditional falafel and hummus culture. Large volumes consumed domestically and through Gulf retail.

Market Intelligence

The plant-based protein revolution has transformed chickpea from a regional staple into a global health food superstar. Hummus consumption growth in the USA (+25% annually), the rise of chickpea snacks, and growing veganism have created structural demand growth that is outpacing supply expansion.

Market Size

Global chickpea trade: ~$2.5B. India's chickpea exports: ~$300โ€“400M annually.

Growth Rate

~9% CAGR โ€” driven by plant-based protein demand and hummus globalisation

Core Demand Drivers

  • Global hummus boom โ€” hummus is now the #1 refrigerated dip in the USA, growing 25%+ annually
  • Plant-based protein demand โ€” chickpea protein isolate gaining share in vegan meat and dairy
  • Roasted chickpea snack category explosive growth โ€” replacing crisps and nuts in health-conscious market
  • Middle East food security demand โ€” traditional falafel and hummus cultures in established markets
  • Gluten-free baking โ€” chickpea flour replacing wheat flour in growing gluten-intolerant consumer segment

Supply Dynamics

India's Rabi chickpea crop (planted October-November, harvested February-March) determines annual supply. Australia's harvest (April-June) provides counter-seasonal supply to Northern Hemisphere buyers. Both origins together still cannot always meet the explosive demand growth.

โš  India Risk Factor

Unseasonal rain during pod formation in Rajasthan-MP reduces yield and causes quality issues. EU MRL compliance for pesticide residues is the market access risk โ€” Indian suppliers who pre-test every lot manage this effectively.

Future Outlook

Organic Kabuli chickpea from Rajasthan is the highest-value niche โ€” EU organic hummus brands pay $1,800โ€“2,200/MT for certified organic Bold grade. Chickpea protein concentrate for food technology applications is the emerging industrial frontier.

HS / HSN Codes

Product Type HS 6-Digit ITC-HS 8-Digit Description
Kabuli Chickpeas (Whole) 0713.20 07132010 Chickpeas (garbanzos), dried, shelled
Chickpea Flour (Besan) 1106.10 11061000 Flour of dried leguminous vegetables โ€” chickpea

Certifications & Compliance Standards

Standard Code / Reference Note
FSSAI FSS Act 2006 Indian food safety compliance
EU MRL Regulation EC 396/2005 Pesticide residue testing โ€” especially relevant for Kabuli
Non-GMO โ€” Chickpea is not commercially GMO โ€” certificate on request
Organic (NPOP) NPOP Certificate Certified organic Kabuli from Rajasthan farms available

Storage, Handling & Logistics

Shelf Life

18โ€“24 months

Storage Conditions

Cool, dry environment below 25ยฐC and 70% RH. Fumigated storage prevents weevil infestation.

Container Type

25โ€“50 kg PP Woven bags in 20ft FCL (20โ€“22 MT net).

Fumigation

Phosphine fumigation mandatory for most export destinations. ISPM-15 compliant fumigation certificates provided.

Storage Advantage

Chickpeas have lower moisture sensitivity than lentils โ€” good ambient storage stability for export

Why Source Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) from India?

  • Competitive FOB pricing โ€” typically $100โ€“200/MT below Australian equivalent grade
  • Deep supply base โ€” Rajasthan and MP produce large volumes with consistent availability
  • Full grade range โ€” Bold 42/44 to Standard 58/60 all available from one supplier
  • EU MRL tested โ€” NABL lab pesticide certificates on every shipment
  • Organic certification available โ€” NPOP certified Kabuli from Rajasthan farms
  • Private label packaging โ€” retail-ready 500g to 5kg packs with your brand available
Request Bulk Quote

Industrial Usage

Bulk supply for various manufacturing, processing, and distribution sectors. High-purity technical grades available for industrial procurement and technical application.

Standard

Technical Grade

Supply

Bulk Only

Industrial Specs

Packaging & Logistics

Standard Packaging

Small Pouches / Bulk Jute Bags

Private Label / OEM

OEM Packing & Custom Weight Slabs

Port of Loading

Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) Port

Incoterms

FOB, CIF accepted

B2B Solutions

Private Label Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)

Establish your own brand in the international market. We provide end-to-end custom white-label packaging and branding solutions for retail distribution. Get retail-ready Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) under your brand name with our expert OEM services.

  • Custom pouch, jar & bulk bag design
  • Multi-lingual labeling & regulatory compliance
  • FSSAI, ISO & FDA certified facilities
  • Flexible packaging sizes (100g to 50kg)
OEM Solutions

Retail Ready

From Design to Delivery

Export Markets

USA UAE Europe South East Asia

We provide market-specific compliance documentation for each destination. Contact us for country-specific certifications.

Importing Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana): B2B FAQs

What is the lead time for a bulk order of Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)?
Our standard lead time for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) is 7-14 business days from order confirmation to dispatch from an Indian port. For private label orders, allow an additional 5 days for packaging customization.
Can I request a sample of Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)?
We primarily quote on FOB (Nhava Sheva/Mundra) or CIF (Destination Port) basis. We can also provide CFR and door-to-door DDP pricing for specific regions upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)?
Our standard MOQ for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) is 24 Metric Tons. However, we can accommodate smaller trial orders or mixed container shipments (LCL) for new B2B partners seeking to evaluate our quality.
Do you provide samples and laboratory reports for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana)?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) to ensure full compliance with your destination country's regulations.
What are the export logistics and lead times for bulk orders?
We primarily ship through Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Mundra ports using FOB, CIF, or CFR terms. Standard lead time for Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana) is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.

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