Candlenut Grades and Sorting – Indonesian Kemiri Kernel Quality Guide

IEC | INDONESIA EXPORT CENTER

CANDLENUTS / KEMIRI FROM INDONESIA

WHOLE KERNELS | BROKEN KERNELS | SORTING CRITERIA | BUYER-SPECIFIED GRADES

For International Spice Distributors, Ingredient Wholesalers & Procurement Teams

Understanding Candlenut Grades and Sorting

When purchasing Indonesian kemiri, buyers may encounter commercial descriptions such as “Whole Super,” “whole kernels,” or “broken kernels.”

However, candlenut grades and sorting should be evaluated against written specifications rather than assumed to follow a universal grading system.

IEC | Indonesia Export Center facilitates candlenut sourcing enquiries and welcomes requests for defined grades, physical quality criteria, and lot-specific verification.

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Reference Product Grade

Parameter	Supplied Reference
Product	Candlenuts / Kemiri
Origin	Indonesia
Commercial Grade	Whole Super
Broken Kernels	0.5%
Purity	99%
Moisture	4.9%

These are reference values and require confirmation for each commercial lot.

What Does Whole Super Mean?

“Whole Super” is a commercial grade description.

Buyers should request a written definition covering:

Minimum intact kernels
Maximum broken kernels
Foreign matter
Moisture
Purity
Appearance
Defects
Sampling procedure

Without these details, different suppliers may interpret the same grade differently.

Whole vs. Broken Kernel Sorting

Sorting Category	Description
Whole Kernels	Predominantly Intact Kernels
Broken Kernels	Kernel Pieces
Mixed Kernels	Agreed Combination
Fine Material	Smaller Fragments or Particles

These are descriptive categories, not a claim of standardized grades or current availability.

Sorting Parameters

Kernel Integrity

Define what qualifies as whole or broken.

Size Uniformity

Agree on any required size range.

Foreign Matter

Establish acceptable limits for shell fragments and other material.

Moisture

Agree on a maximum supported by testing.

Appearance

Define unacceptable discolouration, damage, or visible defects.

Product Condition

Consider off-odours, rancidity, and storage-related deterioration.

Sorting and Quality Control Workflow

Identify the product lot.
Define the required grade.
Establish measurable criteria.
Determine the sampling method.
Assess kernel integrity.
Evaluate foreign matter.
Test moisture where required.
Record findings.
Accept or reject the lot against agreed limits.

Actual sorting processes depend on supplier capabilities.

Buyer Grade Comparison Worksheet

Criterion	Grade A	Grade B
Whole Kernels	[%]	[%]
Broken Kernels	[%]	[%]
Purity	[%]	[%]
Moisture	[%]	[%]
Foreign Matter	[%]	[%]
Defect Tolerance	[Limit]	[Limit]
Packaging	[Type]	[Type]
Price	[Quote]	[Quote]

How to Request a Custom Grade

Send the required whole-kernel percentage, broken tolerance, purity, moisture, foreign matter, and packaging details.

Sample RFQ

We are seeking Indonesian candlenuts with the following specifications:

Product: Dried Candlenut Kernels

Grade: [Specify]

Whole Kernels: [Minimum %]

Broken Kernels: [Maximum %]

Purity: [Minimum %]

Moisture: [Maximum %]

Quantity: [MT]

Destination: [Country / Port]

Please confirm suitable supply options and quotation details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whole Super an internationally standardized candlenut grade?

Not necessarily. Its technical meaning should be agreed with the supplier.

Can buyers request broken-kernel material?

Yes, subject to supplier availability and agreed specifications.

Does sorting make raw candlenuts ready to eat?

No. Raw candlenuts require appropriate processing for food applications.

Can I request independent grading verification?

Buyers may request suitable inspection arrangements.

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