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Black Matpe

Black matpe, also called black gram or urad (Vigna mungo), is one of Asia's most important pulses. It is prized for its high protein content and for the binding and fermentation qualities that idli and dosa batter depend on, and is traded whole and as split urad dal.

Geodhara International sources black matpe mainly from Andhra Pradesh - India's second-largest producer, with about a fifth of the national crop, led by Krishna district and the LBG 752 variety - together with Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Available whole (sabut urad), split with husk (chilka) and split without husk (white urad dal), each lot is cleaned, sortexed and graded to buyer specification.

Our target markets include Bangladesh, the USA, the UAE and the UK, where we supply pulse traders, food manufacturers and ethnic grocery distributors with consistent quality and full export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka)

Botanical NameVigna mungo

HS Code0713.31

VarietiesLBG 752 and other southern urad types

Available FormsWhole black matpe, split with husk (chilka), split without husk (white urad dal)

Protein Content24% - 26%

Purity99% and above after sortex

QualityCleaned and sortex graded, free from weevils and foreign matter

MoistureMax 12%

AdmixtureMax 1%

Packaging25 kg and 50 kg PP or jute bags; 1 MT bulk bags; 1 kg to 5 kg consumer packs

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Shelf Life12 - 18 months whole; 12 months split

StorageCool, dry and well ventilated, away from strong odours

Harvest PeriodArrivals Sep - Nov and Feb - Apr

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 25 MT

Quantity:Approx. 27 MT

Uses

Uses of Black Matpe

Idli and dosa batter, where its binding and fermentation properties are hard to replace.
Urad dal, dal makhani and lentil curries for retail and restaurant markets.
Urad flour for papad, vada and traditional snacks.
Split dal for soups and stews in Middle Eastern, African and Asian markets.

Known As

EnglishBlack Matpe / Black Gram / Urad Dal

Hindiउड़द दाल (Urad Dal)

Bengaliমাষকলাই (Mashkalai)

Arabicماش أسود (Mash Aswad)

FrenchHaricot Urd

Nepaliमास (Maas)

Sinhalaඋඳු (Undu)

MalayKacang Hitam

FAQs

What is black matpe?

Black matpe is the export trade name for black gram, or urad (Vigna mungo) - the same bean. We export it whole (sabut urad), split with husk (chilka urad dal) and split without husk (white urad dal).

What is the protein content of Indian black matpe?

Indian black matpe typically contains 24% to 26% protein, making it one of the most protein-dense pulses. Exact levels vary by crop season and growing region.

Where is your black matpe sourced from?

Mainly from Andhra Pradesh, India's second-largest urad producer, where Krishna district leads, and from Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Geodhara International does not own farms, factories or warehouses - we coordinate supply, quality checks and export.

How is black matpe packed for export?

We pack Black Matpe in 25 kg and 50 kg PP or jute bags; 1 MT bulk bags; 1 kg to 5 kg consumer packs. A 20 ft container holds approx. 25 MT and a 40 ft container holds approx. 27 MT. Private-label packing is available.

Is black matpe available year-round?

Black matpe has two crop seasons in India - Kharif (Sep - Nov harvest) and Rabi (Feb - Apr harvest) - which gives broad availability through the year.