TJ Peanut Kernels
TJ peanuts are an Indian trade grade of Java-type groundnut kernels with a light red to dark red skin, often sold as TJ-37. They are small to medium, round to slightly oval kernels grown in Gujarat. Elysium Agri supplies TJ groundnut kernels in counts 50/60 to 80/90 per ounce, graded, hand-picked and aflatoxin-tested before every shipment.
TJ sits between Bold and Java. It has the rounder shape of Java with a redder, slightly thicker skin and a less sweet taste. Buyers choose TJ for peanut butter, oil, namkeen and coated snacks when they want Java-type kernels at a sharper price.
TJ Peanuts Specification
Counts per Ounce
50/60, 60/70, 70/80, 80/90 · 90/100 on request
Moisture
7% max
Admixture
1% max
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 · summer May–Jun, kharif Oct–Nov
Packing
25 / 50 kg jute or PP, 25 kg vacuum
Container Load
20 ft ≈ 19 MT · 40 ft HC ≈ 26–27 MT
TJ Groundnut Kernels: Full Specification
The standard export specification for our TJ peanut kernels. Send your own specification with your enquiry and we will match it.
| General | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Product | TJ peanut kernels, raw, shelled (groundnut kernels, HPS) | Trade grade; often sold as TJ-37 |
| Botanical name | Arachis hypogaea L. | — |
| Type | Java-type (Spanish bunch) kernel with red skin | — |
| Origin | Gujarat, India | — |
| Crop / season | Summer crop May–June; kharif crop October–November | — |
| GMO status | Non-GMO | India has not approved any GM groundnut for cultivation |
| Physical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Count (kernels per ounce) | 50/60, 60/70, 70/80, 80/90 standard; 90/100 on request | Hand count of 28.35 g sample |
| Shape | Small to medium, round to slightly oval | Visual |
| Skin colour | Light red to dark red; darkens with age | Visual |
| Moisture | 7% max | ISO 665; Codex max 9% |
| Admixture (Bold / Java / other) | 1% max | Visual sort |
| Foreign matter | 0.5% max | Codex max 0.5% |
| Damaged kernels | 1–2% max | Codex: insect / mechanical / germinated 2% each |
| Mouldy, rancid or decayed kernels | Nil visible; 0.2% max | Codex max 0.2% |
| Live insects | Nil | Container fumigated |
| Taste and odour | Natural nutty taste, less sweet than Java; no sour, bitter or rancid notes | Sensory |
| Chemical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| ProteinOn request | 25–28% (typical) | 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 |
| 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 · 25 / 50 kg PP · 25 kg vacuum · jumbo bags on request | Buyer's marks on request |
| Container load | 20 ft: about 19 MT · 40 ft HC: about 26–27 MT | See TJ Peanut Packing and Container Loading |
| Documents | APEDA Certificate of Export · Certificate of Analysis (aflatoxin) · Phytosanitary Certificate · Fumigation Certificate · Certificate of Origin · Health Certificate (where required) | — |
How TJ Peanuts Compare
TJ is sold as a Java-type kernel, but it looks and tastes different from standard Java. Here is how the three Indian grades compare.
| Bold | TJ | Java | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Virginia / runner | Java-type trade grade (TJ-37) | Spanish bunch |
| Shape | Large, long, oval | Small to medium, round to slightly oval | Small, round |
| Skin | Tan to red | Light red to dark red, slightly thicker | Light pink |
| Taste | Firm, nutty | Nutty, less sweet | Sweeter after roasting |
| Common counts | 35/40 – 50/60 | 50/60 – 80/90 | 50/60 – 140/160 |
| Best for | Roasted, salted snacks | Peanut butter, oil, namkeen | Peanut butter, candy, coated nuts |
| TJ count per ounce | Kernels per 100 g | Weight per kernel | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50/60 | 176–212 | 0.47–0.57 g | Snacks, coated nuts |
| 60/70 | 212–247 | 0.41–0.47 g | Namkeen, coated nuts |
| 70/80 | 247–282 | 0.35–0.41 g | Peanut butter, confectionery |
| 80/90 | 282–317 | 0.32–0.35 g | Peanut butter, oil |
Calculated from the count (1 ounce = 28.35 g). Uses are indicative.
Choose Your Grade
HPS (Hand Picked Selected)
Size-graded and hand-picked to remove damaged and off-colour kernels.
Sortex Cleaned
Optical colour sorting for the lowest admixture and damaged kernels.
Machine Cleaned
Graded and cleaned without hand-picking, for oil and paste buyers.
Need a sweeter kernel? See Java Peanuts →. Need bigger kernels? See Bold Peanuts →
TJ Peanut Packing and Container Loading
| Pack type | Net weight | Units per 20 ft | Net per 20 ft | Net per 40 ft HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New jute bag | 50 kg | 380 | 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 |
| Jumbo bag | 750 / 1,000 kg | ≈ 19–25 | ≈ 19 MT | 26 MT |
Where TJ Peanuts Are Used
Peanut Butter
Java-type kernels at a lower cost per tonne.
Oil Milling
44–48% oil for crushing.
Namkeen and Masala Peanuts
Red skin and round shape suit spiced, fried snacks.
Coated Peanuts
Even size takes batter and sugar coatings well.
Confectionery
Chikki, bars and brittles.
Blanching and Splits
A cost-effective feed stock for blanched and split kernels.
TJ Peanut Price: What Sets It
TJ is usually priced between Bold and Java, per metric tonne FOB an Indian port. It moves with the same crop and market factors.
- Count: 50/60 costs more than 80/90.
- Crop: summer (May–Jun) and kharif (Oct–Nov) arrivals set supply.
- Grade: sortex and HPS cost more than machine-cleaned.
- Aflatoxin standard: EU-compliant lots carry a premium.
- Currency and freight: the rupee–dollar rate and freight to your port.
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.
- Sourcing
- Grading and hand-picking
- Sampling at an APEDA-registered warehouse
- Aflatoxin test at an APEDA-approved lab
- APEDA Certificate of Export
Documents with every shipment
Get a TJ 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 are TJ peanuts?
TJ peanuts are an Indian trade grade of Java-type groundnut kernels with a light red to dark red skin, often sold as TJ-37. They are small to medium, round to slightly oval kernels from Gujarat, traded in counts of 50/60 to 80/90 per ounce and used mainly for peanut butter, oil and snacks.
What does TJ stand for in peanuts?
There is no single official definition. "TJ" is a trade name used by Indian exporters for a red-skinned Java-type kernel, and many sellers call it TJ-37. Different traders expand the letters differently, so buyers should specify TJ by count, skin colour and spec rather than by name alone.
What is the difference between TJ and Java peanuts?
Both are small, round Java-type kernels. TJ has a light red to dark red, slightly thicker skin and a less sweet taste, while standard Java has a light pink skin and a sweeter roast. TJ is usually priced between Java and Bold.
What is the standard specification of TJ peanuts?
Standard TJ peanut kernels have 7% max moisture, 1% max admixture, 0.5% max foreign matter, 1–2% max damaged kernels and about 44–48% oil, in counts of 50/60 to 80/90 per ounce. Aflatoxin is tested per lot to the buyer's market limit.
When are TJ peanuts harvested?
TJ peanuts come from two crops in Gujarat: a summer crop harvested in May and June, and the main kharif crop harvested in October and November.
What is the HS code for TJ peanuts?
Shelled TJ groundnut kernels that are not roasted fall under HS heading 1202.42. India's 8-digit ITC-HS code is 1202 42 10 for groundnut kernels, HPS. Confirm the full national code with your customs broker.
How many tonnes of TJ peanuts fit in a container?
A 20 ft container holds about 19 metric tonnes of TJ peanut kernels, for example 380 jute bags of 50 kg or 760 bags of 25 kg.
Who supplies TJ peanuts in India?
Elysium Agri Corporation, based in Jamnagar, Gujarat, supplies TJ peanut kernels in counts 50/60 to 80/90, hand-picked or sortex-cleaned, with lot-wise aflatoxin testing and APEDA certification, in 20 ft and 40 ft containers.
