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
Documents supplied
Origins

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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