Property |
Specification |
Appearance |
Small, angular with rough surface |
Seed Size (Diameter) |
5 – 7 mm |
1000-Kernel Weight |
120 – 250 grams |
Shape |
Angular with pronounced beak-like tip |
Color |
Brown, dark brown, or reddish-brown |
Surface Texture |
Rough and wrinkled |
Bulk Density |
0.75 – 0.85 g/cm³ |
True Density |
1.30 – 1.40 g/cm³ |
Moisture Content |
9% – 12% (safe storage range) |
Protein Content |
20% – 25% |
Carbohydrate Content |
55% – 60% |
Fiber Content |
15% – 18% (higher than Kabuli) |
Oil Content |
3% – 6% |
Hydration Capacity |
1.8 – 2.2 times its weight (after soaking) |