Parameter |
Specification |
Product |
Flavored Peanuts |
Botanical Name |
Arachis hypogaea |
Type |
Roasted, Flavored, Whole, Shelled or Coated |
Flavoring |
Various (e.g., BBQ, Honey, Spicy, Garlic, etc.) |
Color |
Varies based on flavoring (typically golden brown) |
Size (Kernel Count/100g) |
80–100 kernels |
Moisture Content |
Maximum 2% |
Salt Content (if applicable) |
Typically 1.5%–2.5% (depending on seasoning) |
Foreign Matter |
Maximum 0.5% |
Broken Kernels |
Maximum 5% |
Oil Content |
45%–50% |
Odor |
Pleasant, corresponding to the flavor (e.g., garlic, spicy) |
Taste |
Savory, sweet, spicy, or as per the specific flavoring |
Texture |
Crunchy, firm |
Aflatoxin Level |
Less than 20 ppb |
Shelf Life |
6–9 months (in airtight packaging) |