Pulses Supplier — Wholesale Peas, Lentils and Chickpeas
Pulses — dry peas, lentils and chickpeas — are among the most widely traded plant-protein foods in the world. FUSHKOV GCG supplies pulses to importers, processors and food manufacturers internationally on Incoterms 2020 terms.
Products
Peas, lentils, chickpeas
HS heading
0713
Packaging
Bulk, big bags, bags
Terms
Incoterms 2020
What pulses are
Pulses are the dry, edible seeds of leguminous plants harvested for grain. The term, as used by FAO, excludes legumes harvested green and crops grown mainly for oil, such as soybeans and groundnuts. Pulses typically contain about 20–25% protein on a dry basis, are rich in dietary fibre and keep well when dry, which makes them a staple food across South Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. In international trade dried, shelled pulses are classified under HS heading 0713.
Our pulses
Dry peas
Yellow and green peas, whole or split, for food, pea protein and starch processing and animal feed. HS 0713 10.
Lentils
Red lentils, whole or split, and green lentils graded by seed size, for dal, soups and retail packs. HS 0713 40.
Chickpeas
Large cream-coloured kabuli chickpeas and smaller, darker desi chickpeas for hummus, canning, chana dal and gram flour. HS 0713 20.
Typical specification (reference)
| Product | Main types | Protein (dry basis), typical | HS code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry peas | Yellow, green; whole, split | 20–25% | 0713 10 |
| Lentils | Red, green; whole, split | about 25% | 0713 40 |
| Chickpeas | Kabuli, desi | about 20% | 0713 20 |
Reference values for typical commercial grades. The final specification is fixed in the contract; the final classification of a lot is confirmed by the customs declarant.
Main markets
South Asia — India, Bangladesh and Pakistan — is the largest consuming region, where peas, lentils and chickpeas are eaten whole or as split dal and milled into flour. The Middle East and Turkey are major markets for red lentils and chickpeas, and China is an important importer of dry peas, including for protein extraction. Major exporters include Canada, Australia, Russia, the United States and Kazakhstan.
Quality
Pulses are traded on moisture, foreign material, damaged and split seeds, colour and seed size. Most importing countries also require phytosanitary documentation, and the applicable requirements are agreed in the contract.
Packaging and logistics
Pulses are shipped in bulk, in big bags or in 25–50 kg bags, by sea, rail or multimodal routes. Food-grade lots, especially split pulses, are usually packed in bags.
Why FUSHKOV GCG
International supply. We supply pulses to buyers internationally.
Incoterms 2020. The delivery basis is fixed in the contract under Incoterms 2020 rules.
Independent inspection. Quantity and quality are typically checked by an independent inspector at loading.
Consultation and offer. Send a request to receive a consultation and a commercial offer for your volume and destination.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between pulses and legumes?
Legumes are all plants of the pea family. Pulses are only those legumes harvested for their dry seeds, such as peas, lentils and chickpeas; soybeans and groundnuts are usually classed as oilseeds.
Which HS codes apply to pulses?
Dried, shelled pulses fall under HS heading 0713: peas under 0713 10, chickpeas under 0713 20 and lentils under 0713 40. The final classification of a lot is confirmed by the customs declarant.
Are whole and split pulses both traded?
Yes. Peas, lentils and chickpeas are traded both whole and split (dehulled). Please state the required form in your request.
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