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Quinoa

White, red, black and tricolour quinoa, washed and saponin-free, from verified exporters in Peru and Bolivia.

ColoursWhite, red, black or tricolour
Packing25 kg bags, or 1 tonne bulk bags
DeliveryFOB, CIF, DAP
InspectionIndependent, at loading

Quinoa: typical specification

Indicative
Colours
White, red, black or tricolour
Purity
99.9% minimum
Saponin
Washed, free of saponin
Moisture
12% maximum
Packing
25 kg bags, or 1 tonne bulk bags
Pricing basis
Fixed per tonne

Typical specification for reference. The binding specification is the exporter certificate of quality and the contract.

Delivery terms

FOBBuyer arranges the vessel and takes title at the load port.
CIFSeller arranges freight and insurance to the buyer discharge port.
DAPDelivered to an agreed place in the buyer country, import duties excluded.

Documents supplied

Certificate of analysis, including microbiologyPesticide residue report against EU or US limitsCertificate of originPhytosanitary certificateOrganic certificate of inspection for organic lotsBill of lading and packing list

Origins

Quinoa from Peru

Inspected at loading. Paid against documents.

Independent inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek or an equivalent accredited surveyor, with payment by documentary letter of credit.

About quinoa

Quinoa is grown mainly in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It is naturally coated in saponin, a bitter compound removed by washing and scarifying before export.

Bolivian royal quinoa is prized for its large grain. Peruvian quinoa offers a wide range of colours and grades.

Frequently asked questions

Do you supply organic lots?

Yes, from producers certified to EU organic and USDA NOP standards. EU imports travel with an electronic certificate of inspection issued through TRACES.

Can I get a sample before buying?

Pre-shipment samples can usually be arranged for approval before the contract or before shipment, with the cost agreed in advance.

What is royal quinoa?

A large-grained quinoa grown on the salt flats of southern Bolivia, sold at a premium for its size.

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