Walnuts

Walnuts (Juglans regia) are an exceptionally high-demand, nutrient-dense nut commodity heavily traded globally across the health, baking, and wholesale snack sectors. Known for their high concentration of polyunsaturated fats, walnuts require precise harvesting and low-temperature storage to preserve quality and prevent rancidity. Aba Impex sources its premium walnuts from orchards featuring cool climates and rich soil conditions that foster heavy, kernel-rich shells. Our processing facilities utilize advanced shell-cracking machinery and meticulous optical scanning lines to deliver clean, unbruised walnut halves. We carefully separate our kernels into strict color brackets (Extra Light, Light, Amber) to align perfectly with our buyers’ exact specifications. By keeping our processing lines cool, managing internal humidity below 5%, and using vacuum packaging, we safeguard the delicate oils. This delivers fresh, bitter-free walnuts that meet the strict food-safety benchmarks of global food industries.

Types

    • Premium In-Shell Walnuts (Cleaned, bright shells for holiday retail)
    • Shelled Walnut Kernels Halves (80%+, 40%+ unbroken options)
    • Walnut Quarters and Pieces (Industrial baking and confectionery grades)

Specification

Parameter

Standard Specification

Origin

USA / Chile / India / Global Sourcing

Moisture Content

4.0% – 5.0% maximum

Color Grading

Extra Light / Light according to international USDA color charts

Aflatoxin Profile

< 4 ppb total (Strictly checked via HPLC lab testing)

Rancidity FFA

< 1% maximum (ensures an uncompromised, sweet taste)

Shell Fragments

< 0.01% within shelled bulk lots (automated optical sorting)

Packaging Layout

10 kg / 25 lb Corrugated Cartons with protective vacuum bags

Nutrition Facts (Serving Size: 100g)

Nutrient

Value per 100g

Calories

654 kcal

Total Fat

65.2 g

Saturated Fat

6.1 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

47.2 g (Massive Alpha-Linolenic Acid / Omega-3 payload)

Sodium

2 mg

Total Carbohydrates

13.7 g

Dietary Fiber

6.7 g

Sugars

2.6 g

Protein

15.2 g

Magnesium

158 mg

Benefits And Uses

    • Health Benefits: The only nut providing exceptionally high concentrations of Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA), a plant-based Omega-3 fatty acid linked to reducing vascular inflammation and supporting cognitive brain function.
    • Commercial & Culinary Uses: A highly popular ingredient for commercial baking, artisan breads, artisanal ice cream toppings, and premium breakfast granolas. Widely packaged for raw retail lines, salad garnishes, and healthy snacking mixes.