Property |
Specification |
Color |
Light brown, yellowish to reddish-brown |
Shape |
Small, round or oval grains |
Size |
2 to 4 mm in diameter |
Length |
3 to 5 mm |
Moisture Content |
Max. 12% |
Test Weight |
68 to 72 kg/hl (kilograms per hectoliter) |
Bulk Density |
0.75 to 0.85 g/cm³ |
Foreign Matter |
Max. 1% |
Defective Seeds |
Max. 2% |
Imperfect Seeds |
Max. 1% |
Purity |
Min. 98% |
Odor |
Free from off or rancid odor |
Taste |
Mild, slightly nutty or earthy |
Shelf Life |
Up to 12 months if stored in cool, dry conditions |
Packaging |
Typically in 25 kg or 50 kg sacks |
Hygiene |
Must comply with food safety and sanitary standards |