Pistachio kernels/ Green Peeled pistachio kernels
The pistachio kernels are classified in the following types:
- Whole kernels/ Natural Pistachio kernels
- Unripe pistachio kernels
- Green Peeled pistachio kernels
- Halves and pieces
- Small meats
Green Peeled pistachio kernels
Green Peeled pistachio kernels have a major consumption in the food industry. It used for confectionery as well as food and … . This pistachio kernel has a beautiful green color. It also has a great taste. So it’s a favorite consumer. Manufacturers rating this type of kernel according to its color as well as broken percentage. This type of kernel has six grades. Below is a full description of them.
In this section, the Green Peeled Pistachio Kernels in different qualities that can be supplied by Anata Nuts company will be introduced to your loved ones. Also, we have announced the code of products.
Physical characteristics of Pistachio kernels/ Green Peeled Pistachio Kernels |
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Defects allowed (allowable tolerances by weight) | Peeled pistachio kernels |
Grade S, A, B, C, D | |
Product’s Code – Anata Nuts Co. | PPKS, PPKA, PPKB,PPKC, PPKD |
a)Tolerances for pistachio kernels and peeled kernels not satisfying the minimum requirements | |
Not sufficiently developed, shrunken and shriveled | 8 |
of which dark shriveled kernels no more than: | 3 |
Mouldy | 0.5 |
Rancid or damaged by rotting | 0.5 |
Insect damage | 1 |
Living pests | 0 |
b) Size Tolerances | |
For produce not conforming to the size indicated, if sized | 10 |
c) Tolerances for other defects | |
Foreign matter, loose shells, shell fragments, fragments of hull, dust | – |
Halves (split) and broken, if wholes are specified | 20 |
of which broken no more than: | 5 |
Wholes, if halves or broken are specified | 20 |
Pistachio kernels and peeled pistachio kernels belonging to other varieties or commercial types other than that indicated | 10 |
Peeled pistachio kernels belonging to other colors | 5 |