Pop® Chestnut
Appearance
POP Chestnuts® have a cultivation history of over 2,000 years in China, primarily grown in the Yanshan Mountains region. Recognized as a protected geographical indication product, POP Chestnuts® are known for their delicate appearance, with fruits typically oval or round in shape and a small hilum. The average single nut weight is 8.02 grams. The outer shell is mostly chestnut brown, reddish-brown, or purplish-brown, with a glossy surface and minimal fuzz. The shell is thin, and the inner skin peels off easily.
Flavor/Texture
The fresh nutmeat is pale yellow, while after roasting, the outer shell becomes glossy, and the flesh turns a rich golden yellow. POP Chestnuts® contain approximately 16% sugar, about 55% starch, and around 5% protein, making it highly nutritious with an excellent taste. The texture is fine and smooth, offering a strong glutinous quality and a rich, aromatic flavor.
Availability
COUNTRY
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CHINA
Distinctiveness
Strict storage conditions are required.
Chestnut Grading Specifications
Grade Type Count per Kilogram Intended Use Uniformity
X-LARGE 60–80 Supermarket >90%
LARGE 80–90 Supermarket >90%
MEDIUM 90–110 Supermarket >90%
SMALL 110-130 Roasting/Pan Fry >95%
X-SMALL 130-140 Roasting/Pan Fry >95%
Package
10x2lbs per gunny bag:
Net Weight Spec Gunny bags/pallet (container height)
2 LB XL, L 120 gunny bags/p
20lbs Gunny bags in bulk
Net Weight Spec Gunny bags/pallet (container height)
20 LB XL,L,M,S 120 cases/p
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