Premium Sunflower Seeds (In-Shell & Kernels) – Graded Calibres & Sortex Cleaned Export Quality
Sortex Cleaned White & Striped Confectionery Sunflower Seeds (Calibres 200–240 to 300+ counts/100g)
₺120.00
<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Sunflower Seeds</strong> (both In-Shell Confectionery and Hulled Bakery/Confectionery Kernels). Sourced from premier agricultural belts, mechanically graded by exact screen sizes, and sortex-cleaned, our sunflower seeds feature plump kernels, thin uniform shells, high specific weight (test weight/hectolitre), and superior crunch. Ideal for industrial roasters, snack distributors, bakery manufacturers, and food processing facilities worldwide.</p>
<h3>Key Quality Focus: Calibres, Sizing & Screen Grades</h3>
<p>In international confectionery sunflower seed trade, size, uniformity, and grain count per 100 grams define market value. We provide precisely graded calibres to match regional roasting standards:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>In-Shell Seed Calibres (Counts per 100g):</strong>
<ul>
<li><strong>Jumbo / Extra Large:</strong> 180 – 220 counts / 100g (Screen size > 3.8 mm – 4.0 mm+)</li>
<li><strong>Large:</strong> 220 – 240 counts / 100g (Screen size 3.6 mm – 3.8 mm)</li>
<li><strong>Medium / Standard:</strong> 240 – 280 counts / 100g (Screen size 3.2 mm – 3.6 mm)</li>
<li><strong>Small / Regular:</strong> 280 – 320 counts / 100g (Screen size 3.0 mm – 3.2 mm)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Varieties Available:</strong>
<ul>
<li>White Sunflower Seeds (Alacalı / Beyaz Çekirdek - Long type)</li>
<li>Black & Striped Confectionery Seeds (Dakota / Bulgarian / Turkish types)</li>
<li>Hulled Sunflower Kernels (Bakery Grade / Confectionery Grade A)</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Product Specifications & Analytical Standards</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> Helianthus annuus</li>
<li><strong>HS Codes:</strong>
<ul>
<li><strong>1206.00.91.00 / 1206.00.99.00:</strong> Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken (Other / Confectionery in-shell)</li>
<li><strong>1206.00.10.00:</strong> Sunflower seed kernels (hulled / bakery grade)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.5% (Sortex cleaned, de-stoned, metal-detected, free from weeds and empty shells)</li>
<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 8.0% – 9.0%</li>
<li><strong>Imperfect / Damaged Seeds:</strong> Max. 1.5% – 2.0%</li>
<li><strong>Hectolitre Weight (Bulk Density):</strong> 340 – 380 g/L (for long white types) / 380 – 420 g/L (for round/striped types)</li>
<li><strong>Kernel-to-Shell Ratio:</strong> Min. 50% – 55% kernel content</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>20 kg or 25 kg multi-wall craft paper bags with inner food-grade PE liner</li>
<li>20 kg or 25 kg PP (polypropylene) woven bags</li>
<li>Vacuum-packed cartons (10 kg / 12.5 kg / 25 kg) for hulled sunflower kernels</li>
<li>Jumbo Big Bags (500 kg – 1000 kg) for industrial processing units</li>
<li>Customer private labeling and custom barcode/tagging supported</li>
</ul>
<h3>Container Loading & Freight Logistics</h3>
<p>Because sunflower seeds are voluminous and bulk density varies between long white and round striped varieties, loading is carefully calculated to comply with highway weight limits and maximum payload regulations:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>
<ul>
<li>In-Shell Seeds: Approx. 8.0 – 10.0 MT (Floor loaded in 25 kg bags)</li>
<li>Hulled Kernels: Approx. 16.0 – 18.0 MT</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>
<ul>
<li>In-Shell Seeds: Approx. 18.0 – 21.0 MT (Floor loaded; bulk density dependent)</li>
<li>Hulled Kernels: 24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at the 25 MT legal container payload limit)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Tır):</strong>
<ul>
<li>In-Shell Seeds: Approx. 18.0 – 22.0 MT (Volumetric limit of 86–90 m³ trailer)</li>
<li>Hulled Kernels: Approx. 24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at max 25 MT road transport axle limit)</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>
<ul>
<li>Full official export paperwork: Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming calibres, moisture, and purity, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>
<li>Aflatoxin and heavy metal tests comply with European Commission regulations and FDA standards.</li>
<li>Available under standard trade terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>
</ul>