⚫ Urad Dal – Product Specification (India Origin)

(Split & Whole Black Gram)

📌 Product Overview

• Product Name: Urad Dal (Split & Whole)

• Botanical Name: Vigna mungo

• HS Code: 07133310

• Origin: India (Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu)

• Harvest Seasons: Kharif (Sep–Oct), Rabi (Feb–Mar)

📌 Available Forms

• Whole Urad Dal: Whole black gram with outer black skin intact

• Split Urad Dal (with skin): Split lentils with black skin (commonly called "Black Urad")

• Split Urad Dal (no skin): Split yellow lentils, skin removed (commonly called "White Urad")

📌 Physical Specifications

• Color:

  • Whole: Black outer skin with white interior

  • Split with skin: Black skin, split halves

  • Split without skin: Bright yellow

• Size: 3–5 mm average

• Moisture Content: Max. 12%

• Purity: Min. 99%

• Admixture: Max. 1%

• Broken Grains: Max. 2%

• Foreign Matter: Max. 0.5%

• Damaged/Discolored Grains: Max. 1%

• Odor: Natural, fresh, free from musty or off smells

• Aflatoxin: Within permissible limits per EU/US/FSSAI standards

📌 Packaging Options

• Bulk Packs: 25 kg / 50 kg PP Bags (with/without liner)

• Retail / Private Label Packs:

  • Sizes: 500g, 1kg, 2kg, 5kg

  • Formats: Zipper Pouches, Pillow Packs, Stand-Up Pouches, PET Jars

  • Custom private label packaging available

📌 Certifications (Available on Request)

• FSSAI / APEDA

• ISO 22000 / HACCP

• BRC / Halal / Kosher

• USDA Organic / India Organic (for organic grades)

📌 Shelf Life & Storage

• Shelf Life: 12 months from packing

• Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and pests

• Handling: Keep sealed after opening to maintain freshness

📌 Shipping & Container Load

• Port of Loading: Mundra / Pipavav (Gujarat, India)

• 20 FT Container Load: Approx. 22–24 MT

• 40 FT Container Load: Approx. 25–26 MT

• Shipping Terms: FOB / CIF / CFR as per buyer’s requirements

📌 Applications

• Commonly used in South Indian and North Indian cooking (dosa, idli, vada, dal)

• Used in ready-to-eat mixes, snacks, and traditional recipes

• Popular in Indian, Nepali, Sri Lankan, and Bangladeshi cuisines