Sunflower Seeds
Product Description
FitTree’s Premium Sunflower Seeds are selected for their high kernel-to-shell ratio and robust nutritional profile. We offer distinct varieties to suit specialized industries: the large, Striped Sunflower Seeds are ideal for roasting and salting (table consumption), while the Black Sunflower Seeds are prized for their high oil content and thinner shells, making them perfect for crushing or high-energy bird feed.
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Export
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Certified
Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Uniform oval seeds with clean surface |
| Color | Grey or black with white stripes (in-shell) |
| Seed Size | 7mm to 12mm |
| Purity | 99% to 99.5% |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% max |
| Admixture | 0.5% max |
| Moisture Content | 8% to 10% max |
| Odor | Neutral, nutty aroma |
| Broken Seeds | 2% max |
| Shelf Life | 1 Years |
Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | 8% to 10% max |
| Protein Content | 20% to 25% |
| Total Fat | 40% to 50% |
| Dietary Fiber | 30% to 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 10% to 15% |
| Ash Content | 5% max |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | As per food safety standards |
Packaging & Shipping Details
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Packing:
- Food-grade poly bags, vacuum-sealed bags, or jute bags with liners
- Standard Sizes: 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, or customized packing
- 20ft Container: 13 Metric Tons (MT)
- 40ft Container: 26 Metric Tons (MT)
- Up to 1 year when stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, light, and heat.
Product Description
At Fittree International, we bridge the gap between Indian farmers and global markets, offering premium Sunflower Seeds (Helianthus annuus) sourced directly from sustainable farms. As a leading Sunflower Seeds Exporter in India, we ensure our seeds are processed in world-class facilities to maintain natural freshness, high oil content, and nutty flavor.
Whether you require Confectionery Grade for bakery and snacking or Oil Grade for extraction, our supply chain guarantees consistent quality and competitive wholesale pricing.
Key Features & Health Benefits
- Edible Oil Extraction: High-oleic varieties perfect for cold-pressed and refined sunflower oil production.
- Bakery & Confectionery: Added texture for multi-grain breads, muffins, and cookies.
- Direct Consumption: Roasted and salted snacks (In-shell or De-hulled).
- Animal Feed: Nutrient-dense options available for high-quality bird feed mixtures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunflower Seeds — answered by our export team.
42–52% oil rich in linoleic acid (omega-6, 55–70%) and oleic acid (15–25%). High-oleic varieties (oleic acid above 80%) for extended shelf-life frying oil available on request. Oil content and fatty acid profile certified per batch at NABL labs.
Confection grade (large, striped — for direct consumption and birdfood), oil grade (smaller, solid black — for pressing), and kernels (hulled white for food manufacturing). Origin: Rajasthan and Maharashtra. Machine-cleaned, size-graded, and sortex color-sorted.
MOQ is 1 MT. A 20 ft container holds 20–22 MT. Trial orders of 500 kg accepted. Major markets: EU (confectionery, birdfood), USA, UAE, and Southeast Asia.
Pesticide residues (EU MRL compliant), aflatoxin (below 10 ppb), heavy metals, moisture (below 8%), purity, and microbiological parameters per batch. NABL lab COA accompanies every export shipment.
25 kg and 50 kg PP and jute bags. Confection grade retail packs (200 g, 500 g, 1 kg pouches) with your brand available above 500 kg. Roasted and salted variants available for confectionery applications.
Direct snacking, salad and bread topping, birdfood blends, sunflower oil pressing, sunflower kernel for confectionery, granola bars, and baking. Sunflower protein isolate and sunflower butter are emerging applications in vegan food manufacturing.
