The Ultimate Guide to Importing Makhana (Foxnuts) from India in 2026
Everything global food importers need to know about grade selection, HS Code 190410, custom packaging, FOB/CIF Incoterms, and APEDA documentation.
Certified Quality Standards & International Trade Authorization
Classified under strict millimeter sizing, count per kilogram, and color uniformities tailored for international import standards. Each batch undergoes automated 4-tier screening and optical sorter inspection.
The absolute gold standard in foxnuts. Handpicked jumbo sized popped water lily seeds with zero yellow spots or shell residues.
High quality medium-large foxnuts suitable for direct consumer retail packaging and supermarket store brands.
Ideal size for machine seasoning, spice coating, and oil/butter roasting. Absorbs flavors consistently.
Small popped nuts and clean broken kernels ideal for grinding into makhana flour, protein blends, and food formulations.
Strict Quality Parameters Across All Export Shipments
| Grade Category | Diameter Size | Count Per Kg | Color Standard | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Export Select (6+ Suta) | 18+ mm | 600 - 700 Count/Kg | Bright White, Uniform | Premium Retail Chains, Gourmet Brands, US/EU/Gulf Export |
| Retail Grade (5+ Suta) | 15 - 18 mm | 700 - 850 Count/Kg | White with Minor Natural Variation | Supermarket Private Label, Standard Retail Pouches |
| Processing Grade (4 Suta) | 12 - 15 mm | 850 - 1100 Count/Kg | Creamish White | Flavored Makhana Manufacturers, Seasoned Snack Packs |
| Industrial / Powder Grade | < 12 mm / Mixed | 1100+ Count/Kg / Broken | Mixed Off-white | Nutraceuticals, Health Mixes, Baby Food, Bakery Ingredients |
Sun-dried and machine-graded raw Indian foxnuts in moisture-proof vacuum bulk bags for global food distributors.
Light, crunchy, low-calorie roasted foxnuts seasoned with authentic mineral-rich Himalayan pink salt.
Zesty spicy roasted foxnut snacks coated with natural peri peri spice blend for modern snack enthusiasts.
Certified organic lotus seeds processed in designated organic certified clean rooms without synthetic additives.
From Bihar wetland harvest to vacuum packaging for international container shipments.
Direct harvest from pesticide-free wetland lotus ponds in Mithila, Bihar.
Multi-stage water washing and sun drying of raw black nuts.
High-temperature roasting and popping to expand kernel.
Sorting into 18+mm, 15-18mm, 12-15mm and defect inspection.
Nitrogen-flushed polybags & heavy cartons for global sea freight.
Partner with Makhana Udyog to create custom-branded snack packs for your supermarket chain or snack brand. We manage custom seasoning, nitrogen-flushed pouch packaging, label printing, and export documentation under your brand name.
Custom Pouch Design: Standup ziplock pouches, PET jars, metal canisters, and display cartons.
Flavor R&D Lab: Peri Peri, Cream & Onion, Truffle Oil, Barbecue, Himalayan Pink Salt, and custom formulations.
Low OEM MOQ: Start your brand with as low as 300 Kg equivalent finished goods.
Sample testing & flavor profiling approval
Nutrition label & barcode setup
Nitrogen flush & COA lab analysis
FOB/CIF dispatch to destination port
We support flexible trade terms: FOB (Mundra / Nhava Sheva), CIF, and EXW with full phytosanitary clearance.
"Makhana Udyog has supplied our US distribution network with 18+ mm Export Select makhana for 2 years. Their moisture levels and sizing consistency are unmatched in the industry."
"Their private label turnkey service made launching our gourmet roasted makhana line in Dubai seamless. Packaging quality, Halal compliance, and timely container shipments exceeded expectations."
"Direct Bihar sourcing makes a huge difference in crispness. The COA and lab test certificates were accepted without delay by German customs authorities."
Everything global food importers need to know about grade selection, HS Code 190410, custom packaging, FOB/CIF Incoterms, and APEDA documentation.
A scientific breakdown of foxnut protein content, glycemic index, antioxidants, and why keto & vegan consumers prefer makhana over popcorn.
Step-by-step roadmap for retail supermarket chains and snack startups to design pouch branding, choose custom flavorings, and manage export logistics.
Contact our international export desk for FOB/CIF container quotes and custom sample dispatch.
Direct Factory Pricing within 24 Hours
Fast Courier Dispatch to International Buyers
Full Specifications, Packing & Pricing Guide
Connect directly with Bihar factory management. Receive grade-wise FOB & CIF pricing breakdown for 18+ mm, 15-18 mm, and flavored makhana.