Black Gram

Black gram, known as urad dal in India, is one of the most significant pulse crops in Asia. Cultivated across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, it is prized for its high protein content, distinctive earthy flavour, and binding qualities that make it indispensable in South Asian cooking. It commands consistent international demand across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Geodhara International exports premium black gram sourced from the major pulse-growing regions of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Available in Whole Black Gram (sabut urad), Split Black Gram with husk (chilka urad), and Split Black Gram without husk (white urad dal), each lot is carefully cleaned, sorted, and graded to buyer specifications. Our black gram is exported with complete phytosanitary and shipping documentation.

We supply importers, pulse traders, food manufacturers, and ethnic grocery distributors across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas with consistent quality, competitive pricing, and full export documentation.

Specification

Product Details
Country of OriginIndia
Botanical NameVigna mungo
HS Code0713.31
Available FormsWhole Black Gram, Split with Husk (Chilka), Split without Husk (White Urad Dal)
Protein Content22 – 26%
AdmixtureMax 1%
QualityCleaned, sorted, free from weevils and foreign matter
Packaging & Supply
MoistureMax 14%
Packaging25 kg / 50 kg PP bags, jute bags, 1–5 kg consumer packs
LabelingPrivate labeling available
Shelf Life12 – 18 months
GMO StatusGMO Free
Harvest PeriodSep – Nov (Kharif); Feb – Apr (Rabi)
SpecificationDetailed spec on request

Container

20 Feet
Quantity:22 MT
40 Feet
Quantity:26 MT

Uses & Benefits

  • Essential ingredient in South Indian cuisine for preparing idli and dosa batter, where its unique binding and fermentation properties are irreplaceable.
  • Used to make urad dal dishes, makhani dal (Dal Makhani), and various lentil-based curries across Indian cuisines.
  • Ground into flour (urad flour) for making papad, vada, medu vada, and other traditional snacks.
  • A key ingredient in Ayurvedic food preparations and protein-enriched functional food formulations.
  • Processed into split dal for soup and stew preparation in Middle Eastern, African, and Asian markets.

Known As

Local Names for Black Gram
EnglishBlack Gram / Black Lentil / Urad Dal
Hindiउड़ दाल (Urad Dal)
Teluguమినుములు (Minumulu)
Arabicعدس أسود (Adas Aswad)
SpanishFrijol Negro
RussianЧёрная чечевица / Урад (Chyornaya chechevitsa / Urad)
FrenchLentille noire
GermanSchwarze Linse
Japaneseブラックグラム (Burakku Guramu)

FAQs

We export Whole Black Gram (sabut urad), Split Black Gram with husk (chilka urad dal), and Split Black Gram without husk (white urad dal). The required form depends on the buyer's end use.
Indian black gram typically contains 22 – 26% protein, making it one of the most protein-dense pulse crops. Exact protein levels vary by crop season and origin region.
Black gram is packed in 25 kg or 50 kg PP woven bags or jute bags. Consumer packs of 1 kg and 5 kg with private label are also available for retail market supply.
Our minimum order quantity is one container load — approximately 22 metric tons in a 20-foot container or 26 metric tons in a 40-foot container.
We provide phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, quality inspection reports, fumigation certificates (where required), and complete shipping documentation for every consignment.
Black gram has two crop seasons in India — Kharif (Sep–Nov harvest) and Rabi (Feb–Apr harvest) — providing broad annual availability. Stock from cold storage may be available between seasons.

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