Black Eyed Beans

Product Details

  • Product Name : Black Eyed Beans (Cowpeas)
  • Botanical Name :Vigna unguiculata
  • Family : Fabaceae
  • Type : Dried legume seeds
  • Origin : India
  • Description :Black Eyed Beans are small, creamy white legumes with a distinctive black spot or "eye." They are highly nutritious, versatile in cooking, and popular in various cuisines worldwide for soups, stews, salads, and side dishes.

Packing and Shipping Details

  • Packing :
    • Food-grade polybags, jute bags, or PP woven sacks.
    • Common sizes: 25kg, 50kg, or customized as per buyer requirements.
  • Container Loading Capacity :
    • 20 FT Container : Up to 20 MT (Metric Tons)
    • 40 FT Container : Up to 27 MT (Metric Tons)
  • Shelf Life : 12–18 months under proper storage conditions.
  • Storage : Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Physical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Appearance Smooth, kidney-shaped beans with a black "eye"
Color Creamy white with a black spot
Size 6–8 mm
Moisture Content ≤ 14%
Purity ≥ 99%
Foreign Matter ≤ 0.5%
Broken Grains ≤ 2%
Damaged/Discolored Grains ≤ 1%

Chemical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Protein Content ≥ 22%
Ash Content ≤ 2.5%
Acid Insoluble Ash ≤ 0.5%
Pesticide Residue Compliant with international standards
Aflatoxin Levels ≤ 10 ppb (As per EU/US norms)
Microbial Load Compliant with food safety standards

Nutritional Information (per 100g)

Nutrient Content
Energy 341 kcal
Carbohydrates 62g
Dietary Fiber 10g
Protein 22g
Fat 1.3g
Calcium 52mg
Iron 4.3mg
Potassium 690mg

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