Commodity
Groundnuts (peanuts)
Shelled and in-shell groundnuts from the northern states.
Overview
Groundnuts are grown across Nigeria's north, and Sownar sources shelled and in-shell groundnuts through aggregators for oil crushing and food use, with aflatoxin testing arranged as standard given buyer requirements.
Typical uses: Oil crushing, snack and confectionery, peanut butter.
Specification
Indicative specification
Trade-typical ranges for Nigerian origin. The figures in your contract are agreed per enquiry and tested against by an independent laboratory.
Grades: Bold, Java and Red Natal types available depending on region; count per ounce agreed per contract.
| Form | Shelled / in-shell |
|---|---|
| Moisture | 8–10% max |
| Foreign matter | 1% max |
| Oil content | 45–50% (indicative) |
| Aflatoxin | Per destination limit |
| Count | Per buyer spec (shelled) |
Indicative. Confirmed per enquiry.
Packaging
- 25 kg or 50 kg PP bags
- Jumbo bags (on request)
Container loading
- 20 ft container
- 17–19 t shelled (indicative)
Tests available
- Moisture content
- Purity / foreign matter
- Aflatoxin
- Pesticide residues
- Oil content
- Free fatty acid (FFA)
Arranged through accredited laboratories.
Documents provided
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Bill of lading
- NEPC export documentation
- Third-party inspection report (on request)
- Fumigation certificate (on request)
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Enquiry
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