Nuts Processing Division
Chile & California origin · Light Halves, Quarters & Pieces · Omega-3 rich · ISO 22000 certified
4.9★
Buyer Rating
2.5g
ALA Omega-3/serving
LH · LQ · LP
All Grades
15-Month
MAP Shelf Life
Omega-3 Powerhouse
Cambay Industries sources walnuts from two of the world's most respected walnut-growing regions — Chile's Maule and Bío-Bío valleys, and California's famous walnut belt. Both regions produce the Chandler variety, which is consistently rated as the global gold standard for kernel size, colour brightness, and mild, creamy flavour. Chilean walnuts arrive in Northern Hemisphere spring (April–June), seamlessly complementing California's autumn harvest to ensure year-round supply at consistent quality.
Our walnut programme is built around the three key commercial kernel grades: Light Halves (LH) for retail and premium food brands, Light Quarters (LQ) for mid-range food manufacturing and trail mix, and Light Pieces (LP) for cost-sensitive confectionery and ice cream applications. All grades are available in vacuum or MAP packaging to achieve 15-month ambient shelf life — essential for food manufacturers with long production planning cycles.
Product Range
The premium retail grade — whole light-coloured kernels with <10% quarters. Maximum visual appeal for gourmet snacking, on-product garnish, and premium gifting.
Bright, consistently coloured quarter-piece kernels. Ideal for trail mix, granola, muesli, and bakery applications without the cost premium of LH grade.
Broken pieces in consistent light colour. The most cost-effective grade for ice cream manufacturing, confectionery inclusions, and high-volume food processing.
Grade-selected whole in-shell walnuts for seasonal retail, nut basket gifting, and markets preferring natural presentation. Chile and California origin.
Technical Details
Chile (Chandler variety — primary crop from Maule and Bío-Bío regions) and California (Chandler variety). Both origins available year-round with complementary seasonal availability.
Light colour designation: <25% amber/dark skin showing on kernel surface. Graded to China Walnut Kernel Standard GB/T 20398 and US Federal Grade standards.
ISO 22000:2018 · HACCP · Halal (HFSAA) · Kosher (OU) · FSSAI · EU pesticide MRL compliant. Ochratoxin A testing included as standard.
Vacuum-packed or MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packed) 12.5kg cartons — 15 month ambient shelf life. 25kg sacks for bulk processing. Retail pouches from 100g.
ALA omega-3: ~2.5g/30g serving. EFSA-approved health claim for walnut consumption and normal blood cholesterol maintenance available for label declaration.
Full export documentation: phytosanitary certificate, health certificate, COA, Halal certificate, COO. Aflatoxin B1 and OTA testing per EU thresholds.
Request grade samples, colour grading standards, and volume pricing today.
Knowledge Centre
07 Apr 2026
Walnut kernel procurement for food manufacturers — bakers, confectioners, snack manufacturers, FMCG ingredient buyers — requires the same systematic understanding of grading standards, quality parameters, and food safety requirements that…
Read Article →07 Apr 2026
Two countries dominate the global walnut kernel export market: the United States (primarily California) and Chile. Together they account for approximately 60-70% of global walnut kernel trade, and both produce…
Read Article →07 Apr 2026
The nutraceutical industry — bridging the gap between food and pharmaceuticals — has embraced almond oil as a functional ingredient with well-documented health benefits, a clean consumer perception, and established…
Read Article →