Yellow Lentils (Split Bengal Gram / Chana Dal)

Yellow Lentils (Split Bengal Gram / Chana Dal)

Product Introduction (Nature & Properties)

Split and skinned chickpea (Chana). It has a sweet, nutty taste and retains its shape well after cooking. Used for making besan (flour), sweets, and thick curries. It is the second major "yellow dal" in India.

Export Types

Chana Dal (split and polished), and the flour (Besan) made from it.

Specification (Key Export Metrics)

Moisture: Max 12%. Foreign Matter: Max 0.5%. Broken: Max 2%. Size should be uniform split pieces, free from powder and infestation.

Harvest Time

February to April (Rabi crop).

Shelf Life

12 to 18 months.