Safflower Seeds
Safflower Seeds (Kardai)
Safflower seeds are high in protein and a rich source of energy value. Oil is extracted from the seeds which are used in cooking with high in nutrition value. it discourages starlings, grackles, and squirrels from feeding. Safflower seed is a favorite of cardinals and a number of other common bird feeder.
| Subject of Specification | |
|---|---|
| Product name | Safflower Seeds (Kardai) |
| Grade Type | Oil & Feeds |
| Status | Natural |
| Origin | Indian |
| Product features | |
|---|---|
| Color | Off white/light brown |
| Smell and taste | normal odour, flavour typical of safflower seeds |
| Consistence | Firm, Not Brittle |
| Purity | 96 – 97.50 % minimum |
| Quality | Free from stones, glass, metal, wood, hairs and plastic |
| Physical Features | |
|---|---|
| Impurities / plant based/ | 1.00 % |
| Foreign matter | Max 1 % |
| Moisture | Max 10.0 % |
| Broken ( less than 1/2 kernel ) | Max 2.0 % |
| Insect damage | Max 0.10 % |
| Shelled, partially peeled | 2.0 % |
| Oil Contents | 25-32% |
| Optimal Storage conditions | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Temperature | 20 deg C |
| Maximum Humidity | 70% |
| Shelf Life & Packaging | |
|---|---|
| Shelf Life | 12 Months |
| Packaging | 25Kg HDPE Bags |
