Premium Pumpkin Seeds (In-Shell & Kernels / GWS) – Sortex Cleaned Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Pumpkin Seeds</strong> (both In-Shell roasting seeds and Hulled Green Pumpkin Kernels / GWS / Shine Skin). Sourced from premier agricultural cultivation zones, precisely graded by screen sizes, and sortex-cleaned, our pumpkin seeds feature uniform broad shells, plump nutritious kernels, and exceptional crispness. Extensively supplied to industrial nut roasters, snack distributors, commercial bakeries, breakfast cereal blenders, and healthy oil extraction facilities worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Varieties, Calibres & Grading Standards</h3>

<p>To satisfy diverse roasting and culinary processing demands across European, Middle Eastern, and North American markets, we supply multiple varieties and calibrated sizes:</p>

<ul>

<li><strong>In-Shell Seed Varieties:</strong>

<ul>

<li><strong>Lady Nail (Ürgüp / Sivri Type):</strong> Long, slender, snow-white shells with rich nutty flavor</li>

<li><strong>Snow White (Flat White Type):</strong> Broad, bright white shells (Sizes: 9 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm+)</li>

<li><strong>Shine Skin (Round Type):</strong> Smooth, golden-cream shells calibrated to 9 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 12 mm+</li>

</ul>

</li>

<li><strong>Hulled Pumpkin Seed Kernels:</strong>

<ul>

<li><strong>GWS (Grown Without Shell / Styrian type):</strong> Natural dark green hull-less pumpkin kernels (Grade A / Grade AA)</li>

<li><strong>Shine Skin Kernels:</strong> Mechanically de-hulled, uniform green color, sortexed for bakery and snack blending</li>

</ul>

</li>

</ul>

<h3>Product Specifications & Analytical Standards</h3>

<ul>

<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Cucurbita pepo</em> L. / <em>Cucurbita moschata</em></li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Pumpkin Seeds, Pepitas, Lady Nail Seeds, Snow White Pumpkin Seeds, GWS Pumpkin Kernels, Kabak Çekirdeği</li>

<li><strong>HS Codes:</strong>

<ul>

<li><strong>1207.99.96.00 / 1209.91.80:</strong> Pumpkin seeds, in-shell (other oil seeds / confectionery seeds)</li>

<li><strong>1207.99.91.00:</strong> Pumpkin seed kernels (hulled / pepitas)</li>

</ul>

</li>

<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.5% – 99.8% (Sortex cleaned, de-stoned, metal-detected, free from empty shells and dust)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 7.5% – 8.5%</li>

<li><strong>Imperfect / Broken Seeds:</strong> Max. 1.0% – 2.0%</li>

<li><strong>Foreign Matter:</strong> Max. 0.2% – 0.5%</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey / Certified Origin</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

</ul>

<h3>Packaging & Preservation Standards</h3>

<ul>

<li>25 kg or 50 kg multi-wall craft paper bags with food-grade inner PE liner</li>

<li>25 kg PP (polypropylene) woven bags with sealed inner liners</li>

<li>Vacuum-sealed master cartons (12.5 kg or 25 kg) for hulled green pumpkin kernels (pepitas) to maintain freshness and prevent rancidity</li>

<li>Jumbo Big Bags (500 kg – 1000 kg) for industrial roasting and oil pressing plants</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, batch traceability codes, and buyer-specific marking supported</li>

</ul>

<h3>Container Loading & Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>Shipments are configured to optimize cubic volume and adhere strictly to international road transport safety regulations and maximum container payload limits:</p>

<ul>

<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

<ul>

<li>In-Shell Pumpkin Seeds: Approx. 8.0 – 9.5 MT (Floor loaded in 25 kg bags)</li>

<li>Hulled Kernels (Pepitas): Approx. 15.0 – 17.0 MT</li>

</ul>

</li>

<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

<ul>

<li>In-Shell Pumpkin Seeds: Approx. 18.0 – 21.0 MT (Floor loaded, volumetric optimization)</li>

<li>Hulled Kernels (Pepitas): 24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong>)</li>

</ul>

</li>

<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Tır):</strong>

<ul>

<li>In-Shell Seeds: Approx. 18.0 – 22.0 MT (Volumetric capacity)</li>

<li>Hulled Kernels: Approx. 24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

</ul>

</li>

</ul>

<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>

<ul>

<li>Complete official export documentation: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) verifying purity, moisture, and sizing calibres, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Full testing for aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2), heavy metals, and pesticide residues compliant with European Commission (EU) and US FDA limits.</li>

<li>Delivery terms offered: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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