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Premium Whole Masoor pulses, sorted and cleaned for uniform size and maximum nutritional value.
Min. Order (MOQ)
1 Metric Ton
HS Code
0713
Origin
India
Price Range
Price on Request
Export Documents
Available Bag Sizes
Available Bag Types
Our Whole Masoor is a rich source of plant-based protein, meticulously cleaned and graded to remove impurities. It is stored in moisture-proof warehouses to preserve its nutritional integrity and cooking quality. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Whole Masoor 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 Whole Masoor 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.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Whole Masoor 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 Whole Masoor 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.
Whole Masoor (Lens culinaris) is the unsplit, brown-skinned red lentil โ the whole form before dehulling reveals the orange interior of split masoor dal. Whole masoor retains its seed coat, giving it a firmer bite, a nuttier flavour, and a longer cook time than the split lentil, making it ideal for traditional whole-lentil dishes, sprouting, salads, and feed.
India is the world's largest lentil producer (~1.2 million MT), with whole masoor grown as a Rabi (winter) crop concentrated in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Whole masoor carries 24โ26% protein and is machine-cleaned and colour-sorted for export. Its intact seed coat gives it excellent storage stability and pest resistance.
Globally, whole lentils trade in tiers: premium bold colour-sorted whole masoor for retail and sprouting, standard whole masoor for traditional cooking, and feed-grade lentils. India differentiates on diaspora loyalty, bold seed size, and cleaner glyphosate residue profiles compared with bulk-export origins such as Canada and Australia.
| Product | Whole Masoor / Whole Red Lentil (Lens culinaris) |
| Moisture Content | 12% Max |
| Protein Content | 24โ26% |
| Colour | Brown exterior, red-orange interior |
| Purity | 99% (Sortex / colour sorted) |
| Admixture | 1% Max |
| Damaged Grains | 1โ2% Max |
| Foreign Matter | 0.25% Max |
| Seed Size (Bold) | 4.5 mm+ (bold whole lentil) |
| Glyphosate Residue | Below EU MRL โ clean-grower lots available |
Bold Colour-Sorted Whole Masoor
Processing: Cleaned, colour sorted โ bold 4.5mm+ seed
Colour: Uniform brown
Use Case: Premium retail, sprouting, salads
+$80โ$150/MT over standard whole
Standard Whole Masoor
Processing: Machine cleaned and sorted
Colour: Brown
Use Case: Traditional whole-lentil cooking, diaspora retail
Base grade
Feed / Lower Grade
Processing: Cleaned, lower cosmetic spec
Colour: Mixed brown
Use Case: Animal feed and price-sensitive bulk
โ$120โ$180/MT below standard
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bold Colour-Sorted Whole Masoor | $650 โ $850/MT | Premium retail and sprouting grade โ Q1 2026 indicative |
| Standard Whole Masoor | $550 โ $750/MT | Traditional cooking and diaspora retail benchmark |
| Feed / Lower Grade | $430 โ $560/MT | Animal feed and bulk grade |
Price Influencing Factors
Canada is the world's largest lentil exporter while India is the largest producer and consumer. India edges Canada on diaspora loyalty, bold seed appearance, and cleaner glyphosate residue profiles; Canada leads on bulk-export volume.
| Aspect | ๐ฎ๐ณ India | ๐ Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Global Role | World's largest producer (~1.2M MT) and consumer | World's largest exporter |
| Glyphosate Profile | Cleaner โ glyphosate-clean grower lots available | Higher glyphosate as pre-harvest desiccant |
| Diaspora Trust | Strong South Asian retail loyalty | Bulk-commodity positioning |
| Seed Appearance | Bold, colour-sorted whole lentil | Standard bulk grades |
| FOB Price | ~$100โ$200/MT below Canada on comparable grades | Higher bulk-export benchmark |
Household Cooking & Diaspora Retail
Whole masoor is a staple protein for South Asian households worldwide, cooked whole for hearty dals and curries. Diaspora retail in the UK, UAE, and USA drives repeat branded demand in 1kg and 5kg packs.
Sprouting & Health Food
Whole masoor's intact seed coat makes it ideal for sprouting and salad use, valued in the clean-label and plant-protein health-food segment.
Dal Milling (Feedstock for Split Masoor)
Whole masoor is the feedstock for dal mills that dehull and split it into red split lentil, the everyday cooking staple.
Animal Feed
Lower-grade whole lentils supply protein-rich animal feed formulations where cosmetic appearance is not required.
Primary Supply Origins
India
World's largest producer (~1.2M MT)Rabi crop in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh; bold seed and strong diaspora trust.
Canada
World's largest exporterSaskatchewan-dominant bulk supply; sets the global export benchmark.
Australia
Major counter-seasonal supplierOff-season harvest balances global supply and caps price spikes.
Key Consumption Nodes
Bangladesh
The world's largest lentil importer (200,000+ MT/yr); masoor is a core daily protein staple and price-setting bulk buyer.
United Kingdom & Europe
Strong diaspora retail plus growing health-food demand; EU glyphosate MRL compliance is decisive.
Middle East โ UAE, Saudi Arabia
High per-capita pulse consumption and a large South Asian expatriate base.
South Asia (India, Sri Lanka)
Large domestic dal-milling demand converting whole masoor to red split lentil.
Lentils (masoor dal) are a critical segment of the global pulses market, valued at approximately $6-7 billion annually. Whole masoor (brown/green lentils) is particularly important for Indian exports, with India being the world's largest lentil producer and exporter. The market is driven by strong global demand from developed nations (North America, Europe) and emerging markets for plant-based protein, functional foods, and traditional cuisines. Whole masoor commands premium pricing ($1.50-$2.50/kg) compared to split red lentils due to culinary versatility and longer shelf life.
Market Size
Global lentil trade: ~$3.5-4.5B annually; India's lentil export value: ~$1.8-2.2B (growing 5-7% YoY)
Growth Rate
~5-7% CAGR โ driven by plant-based protein demand, vegan/vegetarian trends, functional food expansion, and global health-consciousness around legume-based diets
Core Demand Drivers
Supply Dynamics
India's whole masoor production is concentrated in temperate regions: Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, with harvest during post-monsoon months (February-April). Production volumes are significant with well-established agricultural infrastructure and processing capabilities. Modern dal mills with cleaning, sorting, and grading equipment are concentrated in Punjab and Uttar Pradesh. Supply is stable with government procurement programs and established export infrastructure.
โ India Risk Factor
Global lentil competition from Canada (world's largest exporter of lentils) pressures market share and pricing in premium markets. Crop failures due to erratic rainfall patterns (semi-arid growing regions) can disrupt supply and raise prices. Mandi price volatility affects export competitiveness. Trade restrictions and tariffs (particularly from North America) can impact market access.
Future Outlook
Organic and non-GMO whole lentils will command 25-35% premiums. Lentil flour and value-added products (sprouted lentils, lentil-based snacks) will drive margin expansion. Direct supply agreements with food manufacturers and plant-based brands will improve pricing stability. Functional lentil ingredients (resistant starch concentrates, lentil protein isolates) will create premium product categories.
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Red Lentil (Masoor) | 0713.40 | 07134090 | Dried, shelled lentils โ whole |
| Red Lentil (Split/Dehulled) | 0713.40 | 07134010 | Dried, shelled lentils โ split / dehulled |
| Standard | Code / Reference | Note |
|---|---|---|
| FSSAI | FSSAI License | Indian food safety compliance for processing and packing |
| EU Pesticide MRL | Regulation EC 396/2005 | Glyphosate residue is the critical parameter for EU and UK market entry |
| NPOP Organic | NPOP / NOP | Certified organic whole masoor available for premium channels |
| Non-GMO | โ | Lentils are a heritage legume โ naturally non-GMO |
| ISO 22000 / HACCP | ISO 22000 | Food safety management for export processing units |
Shelf Life
18โ24 months under dry storage
Storage Conditions
Cool, dry warehouse below 20ยฐC and 65% RH; moisture-proof storage prevents weevil infestation and colour fading.
Container Type
20ft FCL (25 MT) with HDPE liner to prevent moisture ingress during ocean transit.
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation standard for long-haul shipments; fumigation certificate provided for destination clearance.
Storage Advantage
Whole masoor's intact seed coat gives it excellent shelf life and pest resistance โ superior storage stability versus split lentil.
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
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
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