Soybeans

Property Specification
Appearance Oval to spherical shape, smooth surface
Color Typically yellow; can also be black, brown, or green
Size (Diameter) 5 – 11 mm
1000-Kernel Weight 120 – 220 grams
Bulk Density 0.68 – 0.78 g/cm³
True Density 1.1 – 1.3 g/cm³
Moisture Content 10% – 14% (varies with storage and harvest conditions)
Hardness Moderately hard; resistance to crushing
Oil Content 18% – 20%
Protein Content 36% – 40%
Surface Texture Smooth to slightly rough
Shape Index (Roundness) 0.7 – 0.9 (approximately spherical)
Thermal Sensitivity Sensitive to high heat; affects oil and protein quality