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Kabuli Chickpeas

Kabuli chickpeas are the large, cream-coloured chickpea known as garbanzo beans in the Americas and the base of hummus and falafel across the Middle East. India is the world's largest chickpea producer, and Kabuli types are traded by size, with larger calibres fetching higher prices.

Geodhara International sources Kabuli chickpeas mainly from Andhra Pradesh - where Kurnool and Prakasam are the leading chickpea districts - together with Telangana and Karnataka. We supply southern Kabuli varieties such as KAK-2 and NBeG 119, machine cleaned, sortexed and size graded from 8 mm to 12 mm, and each lot is checked for moisture, admixture and damaged grains before dispatch.

Our target markets include the UAE, Algeria, Sri Lanka, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, where we supply hummus producers, canned food companies, pulse traders and distributors with consistent quality and full export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka)

Botanical NameCicer arietinum

HS Code0713.20

TypeKabuli - large, cream-white, thin seed coat

VarietiesKAK-2, NBeG 119 and other southern Kabuli types

Size Grades8 mm, 9 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm and 12 mm

Protein Content18% - 22%

Purity99% and above after sortex

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 Life18 - 24 months

StorageCool, dry and well ventilated, away from strong odours

Harvest PeriodArrivals Feb - Apr; supplied year round

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 25 MT

Quantity:Approx. 27 MT

Uses

Uses of Kabuli Chickpeas

Hummus and falafel production for the Middle East, Europe and North America.
Canned and ready-to-eat chickpeas for retail grocery.
Salads, chana masala and curries in food service and ready meals.
Roasted chickpea snacks and protein-enriched foods.

Known As

EnglishKabuli Chickpeas / Garbanzo Beans

Hindiकाबुली चना (Kabuli Chana)

Teluguకాబూలీ శనగలు (Kabuli Senagalu)

Arabicحمص (Hummus)

Persianنخود (Nokhod)

TurkishNohut

Sinhalaකඩල (Kadala)

FAQs

What is the difference between Kabuli and Desi chickpeas?

Kabuli chickpeas are large, round and cream-coloured with a thin seed coat, and are used whole in hummus, salads and canning. Desi chickpeas are smaller, darker and angular with a thicker coat, and are mostly split into chana dal or milled into besan. We export both, as separate products.

What sizes are available for Kabuli chickpeas?

We grade Kabuli chickpeas at 8 mm, 9 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm and 12 mm. Larger calibres command higher prices and are preferred by Middle Eastern and European retail and canning buyers.

Where are your Kabuli chickpeas sourced from?

Mainly from Andhra Pradesh, where Kurnool and Prakasam are the leading chickpea districts, and from Telangana and Karnataka. Geodhara International does not own farms, factories or warehouses - we coordinate supply, quality checks and export.

How are Kabuli chickpeas packed for export?

In 25 kg or 50 kg PP woven or jute bags and 1 MT bulk bags. Consumer packs of 1 kg and 5 kg with private-label branding are also available.

What certifications and documentation do you provide?

Every shipment of Kabuli Chickpeas comes with a phytosanitary certificate, a certificate of origin and the shipping documents, plus a fumigation certificate where the destination requires it. A quality inspection report is supplied for every consignment.