Sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) are a foundational, high-volume commodity in global agricultural markets, serving dual commercial roles across processing, oil-crushing, and premium confectionery snack sectors. Aba Impex specializes in sourcing top-tier, confectionery-grade sunflower seeds from sun-drenched agricultural plains optimized for large-headed sunflower cultivation. Our post-harvest pipeline utilizes advanced mechanical hulling systems that gently remove the outer pericarp without bruising or fracturing the delicate kernel inside. Every batch undergoes extensive sizing, gravity table separation, and multi-sensor optical sorting to remove broken kernels, unhulled shells, or insect-damaged items. Our strict adherence to low thermal processing and precise relative humidity controls prevents the oxidation of delicate unsaturated fatty acids, eliminating the risk of rancidity. This guarantees that our export batches retain their uniform cream color, rich nutty flavor, and premium crunch throughout long shipping voyages.

Types

• • In-Shell Confectionery Sunflower Seeds (Large format for roasting)
  • Hulled Sunflower Kernels (Bakery Grade / Premium Confectionery Grade)
  • Oil-Grade Sunflower Seeds (High lipid content for industrial crushing)

Specification

Parameter	Standard Specification
Origin	Ukraine / Bulgaria / India / USA
Moisture Content	6.5% – 7.5% maximum
Purity Profile	99.5% minimum purity (Hulled Kernels)
Color Metrics	Clean, ivory-cream color; free from internal dark spotting
Broken / Damaged	< 2.0% maximum within wholesale bakery lots
Free Fatty Acids (FFA)	< 1.0% maximum (guarantees fresh, non-bitter taste)
Packaging Layout	20 kg / 25 kg Multi-layer Paper Sacks or Polypropylene Bags

Nutrition Facts (Serving Size: 100g – Hulled Kernels)

Nutrient	Value per 100g
Calories	584 kcal
Total Fat	51.5 g
Saturated Fat	4.5 g
Sodium	9 mg
Total Carbohydrates	20.0 g
Dietary Fiber	8.6 g
Protein	20.8 g
Vitamin E	35.2 mg (Exceptional fat-soluble antioxidant content)
Selenium	53 mcg

Benefits And Uses

• • Health Benefits: Loaded with Vitamin E and selenium, which provide powerful antioxidant defenses to protect cell membranes, support skin vitality, and reduce systemic cardiovascular inflammation.
  • Commercial & Culinary Uses: Heavily sourced by large commercial bakeries for multi-grain loaves, crispbreads, and health bars. Extensively roasted, seasoned, and packaged as a premium retail snack item globally.