Chickpeas are affordable, versatile, and highly nutritious. They may aid weight management, protect against chronic disease, and promote several other aspects of health. As a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, chickpeas may offer a variety of health benefits, such as aiding weight management, improving digestion, and reducing your risk of disease. India is the largest producer of Chickpeas and approx 80-90% supply of Chickpeas to the world is from India. Kabuli Chana/White Chickpeas appears Creamish and is larger in size than Desi Chana. Kabuli chana is generally sold by count & size in millimeters (7mm – 14mm)
| Count | 40/20 | 42/44 | 44/46 | 58/60 | 75/80 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | 12% Max. | 12% Max. | 12% Max. | 12% Max. | 12% Max. |
| Broken/Split/Insect Infested | 2% Max. | 2% Max. | 2% Max. | 2% Max. | 2.5% Max. |
| Aborted/Green/Brown Seeds | 1% Max. | 1% Max. | 1% Max. | 2% Max. | 2.5% Max. |
| Stained Seeds | 0.5% Max. | 0.5% Max. | 0.5% Max. | 1% Max. | 2% Max. |
| Smooth Seeds | 0.5% Max. | 0.5% Max. | 0.5% Max. | 1% Max. | 2% Max. |
| Foreign Matter | 0.2% Max. | 0.2% Max. | 0.2% Max. | 0.2% Max. | 0.2% Max. |
| Total Defects | 4.2% Max | 4.2% Max | 4.2% Max | 6.2% Max | 9.2% Max |