Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans)


Chickpeas is a good source of zinc, folate and protein. They are also very high in dietary fibre and thus are a healthy food source, especially as a source of carbohydrates for people with insulin sensitivity or diabetes. They are low in fat, and most of the fat content is polyunsaturated. It is known in names such as Bengal Gram, Dalia, Kabuli Chana predominantly.

One hundred grams of mature boiled grams contains 164 calories, 2.6 grams of fat (of which only 0.27 gram is saturated), 7.6 grams of dietary fiber, and 8.9 grams of protein.

Nutrition Facts on Chickpeas

  • Chickpeas is a significant source of calcium (190 mg/100 g). Some sources quote it as equal to yogurt and close to milk
  • The fibre in chickpeas helps to decrease blood cholesterol levels.
  • Consumption of chickpeas may help preventing diabetes.
  • Chickpeas are a very good source of folic acid, fiber, and manganese

We do provide Roasted Chickpeas or Fried Gram whole as well.


Product Specifications

Commodity: Tanzania Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans)

Variety: Kabuli – 8 mm,9 mm,11 mm, 12 mm

Origin:Tanzania

Grades: 58/60 counts in 1 Oz Export Quality

Grade wise specifications

Specification 42/44 (12mm) 44/46 (11mm)Info Header 3 58/60 (9mm) 75/80 (8mm)
Broken, Split 2% 2% 2% 2.5%
Absorbed,green,brown 1% 1% 1% 2.5%
Stain 0.50% 0.50% 1.0% 2.0%
Smooth 0.5% 0.5% 1.0% 2.0%
Foreign matter 0.20% 0.20% 0.20% 0.20%
Moisture 13% 13% 13% 13%

Quality Specifications

Colour: Brilliant Yellow

Size: 9 mm

Moisture: 13% max

Maturity: 100%

Shelf Life: 1 Year

Free from: Infestation, fungus, dyes and colouring chemicals

Packing & Shipment Specifications

Inspection: SGS (or) any other agency as per your requirement for Weight and Quality

Packing: Standard in 25 Kg or 50 Kg new PP Bags

Quantity: 20 feet Containers with loadability of 14 Tons

Port of Loading: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Port of Discharge: Any port as required by Customer

Inco Terms: FOB/CFR/CIF Inco Terms 2010

Mode of Payment: TT or Cash

Delivery to port of discharge: 15-25 days from the date of receipt of Confirmed Payment Instrument (L/C documents or Advance payment)