Shelled Candlenuts Indonesia – Dried Kemiri Kernels for Wholesale Import

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SHELLED CANDLENUTS / KEMIRI

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Source Shelled Candlenuts from Indonesia

Looking for shelled candlenuts from Indonesia for wholesale distribution or ingredient processing?

Shelled candlenuts are kernels from which the hard outer shell has been removed.

In commercial procurement, the term “shelled” should be clearly distinguished from “in-shell.” Shelled kernels may still require further cleaning, grading, laboratory testing, and appropriate processing before their intended use.

IEC | Indonesia Export Center facilitates sourcing enquiries for Indonesian candlenut kernels, including buyer requirements for shell removal, whole-kernel percentage, grading, packaging, and export documentation.

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Shelled Candlenut Product Overview

Parameter	Reference Information
Product	Shelled Candlenuts / Kemiri
Botanical Name	Aleurites moluccanus
Origin	Indonesia
Product Form	Shell-Removed Dried Kernels
Reference Grade	Whole Super
Reference Broken	0.5%
Reference Purity	99%
Reference Moisture	4.9%
Residual Shell Fragments	Buyer-Specified
Kernel Size	Buyer-Specified
Packaging	To Be Confirmed
MOQ	To Be Confirmed
Export Price	Request Quotation

Reference numerical specifications require verification for the proposed lot.

Shelled vs. In-Shell Candlenuts

Characteristic	Shelled Candlenuts	In-Shell Candlenuts
Hard Outer Shell	Removed	Present
Commercial Form	Kernel	Nut in Shell
Shell Removal by Buyer	Generally Not Needed	May Be Required
Grading Focus	Kernel Condition	Nut and Shell Condition
Packaging Needs	Kernel Protection	Product-Specific
Intended Processing	Buyer-Specific	Buyer-Specific

The exact product description should appear in the purchase agreement.

Shell Removal and Kernel Preparation

Potential preparation stages may include:

Receiving agricultural material.
Drying or conditioning where appropriate.
Shell removal.
Separation of shell fragments.
Sorting.
Grading.
Inspection.
Packing.
Lot identification.

These are possible processing stages, not a claim that every proposed supplier operates particular equipment or follows an identical process.

Shell Fragment and Foreign Matter Control

Residual shell fragments can be an important concern for buyers purchasing shelled kernels.

Suggested Quality Criteria

Maximum shell fragments
Maximum other foreign matter
Minimum purity
Maximum broken kernels
Maximum moisture
Acceptable kernel appearance
Agreed sampling method

A generic purity percentage should not replace a clearly defined shell-fragment specification.

Kernel Size and Grading

Buyers may request size or uniformity criteria.

Potential Parameters

Whole-kernel percentage
Kernel size distribution
Broken-kernel percentage
Visible defects
Colour
Foreign matter

There is no single universal grading system implied by the term “Whole Super.”

Quality Assurance and Food Safety

Shelled candlenuts require appropriate handling and storage.

Potential quality concerns include:

Moisture
Rancidity
Mould
Foreign matter
Microbiological hazards
Chemical contaminants
Packaging damage

Important: Shell removal does not make raw candlenuts safe to eat. Raw kernels can contain harmful constituents and require appropriate downstream processing for food applications.

Packaging and Storage

Packaging should help protect kernels from moisture, contamination, and physical damage.

Buyers should confirm:

Packaging type
Food-contact suitability
Package weight
Moisture barrier
Closure integrity
Lot identification
Storage requirements
Shipping marks

Available formats must be confirmed.

Export Procurement Workflow

Step 1: Specify shelled kernels.

Step 2: Define grade and shell-fragment limits.

Step 3: Confirm required quantity.

Step 4: Review available supply options.

Step 5: Request samples and testing where appropriate.

Step 6: Agree on price, packaging, and Incoterm.

Step 7: Verify the commercial lot.

Step 8: Review export and import documents.

Step 9: Arrange shipment.

Ready-to-Send Shelled Candlenut RFQ

Subject: Shelled Candlenut Kernels – Indonesia Bulk Quotation

Dear IEC | Indonesia Export Center Team,

We are seeking shelled Indonesian candlenut kernels.

Company: [Company Name]

Country: [Country]

Quantity: [MT]

Required Grade: [Specify]

Kernel Size: [Specify]

Maximum Broken Kernels: [%]

Maximum Shell Fragments: [%]

Minimum Purity: [%]

Maximum Moisture: [%]

Packaging: [Specify]

Destination Port: [Port]

Preferred Incoterm: [Specify]

Please advise on suitable supply options, samples, MOQ, pricing, testing, and shipment arrangements.

Thank you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are shelled candlenuts?

Candlenut kernels with the hard outer shell removed.

Are shelled candlenuts the same as whole candlenuts?

Not exactly. “Shelled” describes shell removal, while “whole” describes kernel integrity. A product may be both shelled and whole.

Can buyers specify a shell-fragment limit?

Yes. This should be defined in the technical specification.

Are shelled candlenuts ready to eat?

No. Shell removal alone does not make raw candlenuts safe for consumption.

Can I request graded kernels?

Buyers may specify grading requirements for supplier review.

Is bulk export available?

Potential supply options must be confirmed for the requested quantity and grade.

Request Shelled Indonesian Candlenuts

IEC welcomes enquiries from international buyers seeking shell-removed candlenut kernels with clearly defined quality and packaging requirements.