| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Small, oblong, and black with a slight sheen |
| Size (Length) | 3 – 5 mm |
| Width | 1.5 – 2 mm |
| Thickness | 1 – 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Oval to slightly flattened |
| Color | Shiny black to dark brown |
| Bulk Density | 0.55 – 0.60 g/cm³ |
| True Density | 0.85 – 0.95 g/cm³ |
| Moisture Content | 6% – 9% (safe storage range) |
| Oil Content | 30% – 40% (high in linoleic acid) |
| Protein Content | 15% – 20% |
| Surface Texture | Smooth |
| Hardness | Moderate (can be easily crushed under pressure) |
| Thermal Sensitivity | Sensitive to heat; oil quality can degrade |