Bold Peanut Kernels
Bold peanuts are large, long, oval groundnut kernels with a light red to dark red skin, grown from Virginia-type varieties in Gujarat's Saurashtra region. As a bold peanuts supplier in India, Elysium Agri ships raw, shelled bold groundnut kernels in counts from 35/40 to 70/80 per ounce, hand-picked or sortex-cleaned, and tested for aflatoxin before every shipment.
Compared with Java peanuts, which are small, round and light pink, bold kernels are bigger and longer, with a firmer bite. That makes them the first choice for roasted and salted snacks, whole-nut mixes and confectionery where size and look matter.
Bold Peanuts Specification
Counts per Ounce
35/40, 38/42, 40/50, 50/60 · 60/70 and 70/80 on request
Moisture
7% max (8% max on request)
Admixture
1% max · nil for sortex grade
Foreign Matter
0.5% max
Damaged Kernels
1–2% max
Aflatoxin
EU 2 / 4 ppb (B1 / total) or as per your market
Oil Content
44–48%
Origin & Crop
Gujarat, India · kharif crop, Oct–Dec
Packing
25 / 50 kg jute or PP, 25 kg vacuum
Container Load
20 ft ≈ 19 MT · 40 ft HC ≈ 26–27 MT
Bold Groundnut Kernels: Full Specification
The standard export specification for our bold peanut kernels. We can match your own specification, so send it with your enquiry.
| General | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Bold peanut kernels, raw, shelled (groundnut kernels, HPS) | HPS = hand picked selected |
| Botanical name | Arachis hypogaea L. | — |
| Type | Virginia / runner type, large-seeded | — |
| Origin | Gujarat (Saurashtra), India | — |
| Crop / season | Kharif crop; new crop arrives October–December | Current crop year stated on each contract |
| GMO status | Non-GMO | India has not approved any GM groundnut for cultivation |
| Grades | HPS (hand picked), machine-cleaned, sortex-cleaned | See Choose Your Grade |
| Physical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Count (kernels per ounce) | 35/40, 38/42, 40/50, 50/60 standard; 60/70, 70/80 on request | Hand count of 28.35 g sample; see count guide |
| Shape | Long, oval, elongated kernel | Visual |
| Skin colour | Light red to dark red / dark pink | Visual |
| Moisture | 7% max (8% max on request) | ISO 665; Codex max for kernels is 9% |
| Admixture (other types, e.g. Java) | 1% max; nil for sortex grade | Visual sort |
| Foreign matter (stones, shells, dust) | 0.5% max | Codex max 0.5% |
| Damaged kernels | 1–2% max | Codex: shrivelled 5%, insect / mechanical / germinated 2% each |
| Mouldy, rancid or decayed kernels | Nil visible; 0.2% max | Codex max 0.2% |
| Live insects | Nil | Visual; container fumigated |
| Taste and odour | Natural, no sour, bitter or rancid taste | Sensory |
| Chemical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Oil content | 44–48% (varies by variety and crop) | ISO 659 |
| Peroxide valueOn request | As per buyer specification | On request |
| Food safety | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Aflatoxin, EU (direct consumption) | B1 ≤ 2 µg/kg; total ≤ 4 µg/kg | HPLC at an APEDA-approved lab (EN ISO 16050); Certificate of Analysis per lot |
| Aflatoxin, EU (further processing) | B1 ≤ 8 µg/kg; total ≤ 15 µg/kg | As above |
| SalmonellaOn request | Absent in 25 g | ISO 6579-1; on request |
| Total plate count / yeast and mouldOn request | As per buyer specification | ISO 4833-1 / ISO 21527; on request |
| Pesticide residuesOn request | Within EU / Codex MRLs | Multi-residue screen; on request |
| Commercial | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| HS code | 1202 42 10 (groundnut kernels, HPS, shelled, not roasted) | International heading 1202.42 |
| Packing | 25 / 50 kg jute bags · 25 / 50 kg PP bags · 22.68 kg (50 lb) paper bags · 25 kg vacuum bags with PP outer | Buyer's brand and shipping marks on request |
| Container load | 20 ft: about 19 MT · 40 ft HC: about 26–27 MT | See Bold Peanut Packing and Container Loading |
| Storage | Cool, dry, ventilated warehouse; long-term storage below 10 °C at 65–70% RH recommended | Protects against rancidity and mould |
| Documents | Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, APEDA Certificate of Export, Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary, fumigation, certificate of origin, health certificate (where required) | — |
What Bold Peanut Counts Mean
A peanut count is the number of kernels in one ounce (28.35 g). A lower count means bigger kernels. Use this table to compare counts in metric terms.
| Count per ounce | Kernels per 100 g | Weight per kernel | Size | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35/40 | 123–141 | 0.71–0.81 g | Jumbo | Premium whole roasted and salted |
| 38/42 | 134–148 | 0.67–0.75 g | Extra large | Roasted in-shell look, gift packs |
| 40/50 | 141–176 | 0.57–0.71 g | Large | Most traded: salted snacks, mixes |
| 50/60 | 176–212 | 0.47–0.57 g | Medium | Snacks, coated nuts, confectionery |
| 60/70 | 212–247 | 0.40–0.47 g | Medium-small | Confectionery, bakery, butter |
| 70/80 | 247–282 | 0.35–0.40 g | Small | Peanut butter, oil, diced |
Kernels per 100 g and weight per kernel are calculated from the count (1 ounce = 28.35 g). Typical uses are indicative.
Choose Your Grade
HPS (Hand Picked Selected)
Machine graded by size, then hand-picked to remove damaged, shrivelled and off-colour kernels. The standard export grade.
Sortex Cleaned
Colour-sorted by optical machine after grading. Lowest admixture and damaged kernels; preferred for EU and premium snack buyers.
Machine Cleaned
Graded and cleaned without hand-picking. Lower price, for oil milling and crushing buyers.
Need them processed? See Blanched Peanuts →Split Blanched Peanuts →Roasted Peanuts →Diced Peanuts →
Bold Peanut Packing and Container Loading
| Pack type | Net weight | Bags per 20 ft | Net per 20 ft | Net per 40 ft HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New jute bag | 50 kg | 380 | 19 MT | 26–27 MT |
| New jute bag | 25 kg | 760 | 19 MT | 26–27 MT |
| PP woven bag | 25 / 50 kg | 760 / 380 | 19 MT | 26–27 MT |
| Vacuum bag in PP outer | 25 kg | 760 | 19 MT | 26–27 MT |
| Multi-wall paper bag | 22.68 kg (50 lb) | ≈ 840 | ≈ 19 MT | 26–27 MT |
Where Bold Peanuts Are Used
Roasted and Salted Snacks
Large, even kernels roast evenly and look good in retail packs.
Whole-Nut Mixes and Trail Mix
Bold size stands out in mixed nut packs.
Confectionery and Chikki
Firm kernels hold shape in brittles, bars and coated nuts.
Bakery and Toppings
Used whole, split or diced on cakes, cookies and ice cream.
Peanut Butter
Higher counts (60/70, 70/80) give a rich, full flavour at a lower cost.
Oil Milling
Machine-cleaned bold kernels with 44–48% oil for crushing.
Bold Peanut Price: What Sets It
Bold peanut prices are quoted per metric tonne, FOB an Indian port, and change with the crop and the market. Five things move the price most.
- Count: bigger kernels (35/40, 40/50) cost more than higher counts (60/70, 70/80).
- Grade: sortex and HPS grades cost more than machine-cleaned.
- Aflatoxin standard: EU-compliant lots carry a premium over lots tested to other markets' limits.
- Crop and season: the monsoon in Saurashtra sets the size of the kharif crop; new-crop prices usually ease from October to December.
- Currency and freight: the rupee–dollar rate and freight rates to your port change the landed cost.
Prices move with the crop and the market, so we quote on the day. Tell us your grade, quantity and port for a current FOB, CFR or CIF price.
Tested, Certified and Traceable
APEDA then issues the Certificate of Export through Peanut.Net, so each shipment can be traced back to its lot.
Get a Bold Peanut Quote
Share your count, quantity and destination, and we will send an FOB or CIF price with the spec sheet.
Thank you. Our peanut desk will send your price and spec sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the standard specification of bold peanuts from India?
Standard Indian bold peanut kernels are Virginia-type, long and oval, in counts of 35/40 to 70/80 per ounce, with 7% max moisture, 1% max admixture, 0.5% max foreign matter, 1–2% max damaged kernels and 44–48% oil. Aflatoxin is tested per lot, for example to the EU limit of 2 µg/kg B1 and 4 µg/kg total.
What does 40/50 count mean in bold peanuts?
A 40/50 count means there are 40 to 50 peanut kernels in one ounce (28.35 g). That is about 141 to 176 kernels per 100 g, or roughly 0.57–0.71 g per kernel. A lower count means larger kernels, so 35/40 is bigger than 40/50, and 40/50 is bigger than 50/60.
What is the difference between Bold and Java peanuts?
Bold peanuts are large, long, oval kernels with a light red to dark red skin, from Virginia-type varieties, used mainly for roasted and salted snacks. Java peanuts are smaller, round kernels with a light pink skin, from Spanish-type varieties, preferred for coated peanuts, confectionery and peanut butter.
What is the price of bold peanuts from India?
Bold peanut prices are quoted in US dollars per metric tonne, FOB an Indian port, and change weekly with the crop, count, grade and aflatoxin standard. Larger counts such as 40/50 cost more than 60/70, and EU-compliant lots carry a premium. Share your count and quantity to get today's FOB or CIF price from Elysium Agri.
Are bold peanuts tested for aflatoxin?
Yes. Under APEDA's export procedure, every export lot of peanuts from India is sampled at an APEDA-registered warehouse and tested for aflatoxin at an APEDA-approved lab before APEDA issues the Certificate of Export. Elysium Agri tests each bold peanut lot to your market's limit and sends the Certificate of Analysis before loading.
What is the HS code for bold peanut kernels?
Bold peanut kernels that are shelled and not roasted fall under HS heading 1202.42. India's 8-digit ITC-HS code is 1202 42 10 for groundnut kernels, HPS. Roasted or otherwise prepared peanuts come under 2008.11. Always confirm the full national code with your customs broker.
How many tonnes of bold peanuts fit in a container?
A 20 ft container holds about 19 metric tonnes of bold peanut kernels, for example 380 jute bags of 50 kg or 760 vacuum bags of 25 kg.
What is the shelf life of bold peanuts?
For long storage, below 10 °C at 65–70% relative humidity helps prevent rancidity and mould.
Which varieties are sold as bold peanuts?
In India, bold peanuts come from large-seeded Virginia-type groundnut varieties grown mainly in Gujarat, such as GG-20 and the hand-picked-selection varieties GJG HPS-1 and GG HPS-2 released for Saurashtra.
Who supplies bold groundnut kernels in India?
Elysium Agri Corporation is a bold peanuts supplier in India, based in Jamnagar in Gujarat's Saurashtra groundnut belt. We export bold groundnut kernels in counts 35/40 to 70/80, in HPS and sortex grades, with lot-wise aflatoxin testing and APEDA certification, in 20 ft and 40 ft containers.
