Description
At VG Limited, we supply premium whole macadamia kernels sourced from Tanzania’s prime macadamia-growing regions – including Njombe, Mbeya, and the Eastern Arc highlands. Our whole kernels are carefully dried, crack-sorted, hand-inspected, and graded to meet international style standards for snacking, chocolate enrobing, confectionery, and premium retail packs.
Unlike fragile nut grades that require vacuum sealing, our whole macadamia kernels are robust enough for export-grade polypropylene (PP) bag packaging – offering cost efficiency, breathability, and ease of handling without compromising kernel quality when shipped under proper conditions.
🌰 Product Range – Whole Macadamia Kernels (Tanzania Origin)
We offer the following whole kernel styles (based on count per kilogram), packed exclusively in new, food-grade PP bags:
| Grade | Description | Count per kg | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Style 0 | Extra large, perfectly round whole kernels | 80–100 | Luxury chocolate enrobing, high-end gift packs |
| Style 1 | Large whole kernels | 100–120 | Roasted & salted retail packs, premium snacking |
| Style 2 | Medium whole kernels | 120–140 | Standard retail pouches, trail mixes |
| Style 3 | Small whole kernels | 140–160 | Bakery toppings, affordable consumer packs |
✅ Quality Specifications (Per PP Bag Lot):
Moisture: ≤ 1.5%
Free Fatty Acids (FFA): < 1.5% as oleic
Peroxide Value: < 3.0 meq O₂/kg
Aflatoxin: B1 < 2 ppb, Total < 4 ppb (EU/US compliant)
Foreign Matter: 0%
Mold / Insects: Nil
Whole Kernel Purity: > 95% (balance minor splits, not counted as defect)
📦 International Standard Packaging – PP Bags
Our polypropylene (PP) bag packaging is specifically selected for whole macadamia kernels, balancing protection, ventilation, and cost-effectiveness for bulk buyers.
PP Bag Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Virgin polypropylene woven fabric, food-grade |
| Liner | Optional inner food-grade PE liner (recommended for humid destinations) |
| Bag weight | 80–100 GSM (heavy-duty export quality) |
| Closure | Heat-sealed or double-stitched with reinforced bottom |
| Printing | Custom printing available (company logo, grade, net weight, origin) |
| UV protection | UV-stabilized additive for prolonged storage / open deck transit |
Net Weight Options
| Bag Size | Net Weight | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Small PP bag | 10 kg | Retail-ready bulk, sample orders |
| Standard PP bag | 25 kg | Industry standard, pallet-friendly |
| Large PP bag | 50 kg | Wholesale, manufacturing, cost-efficient freight |
Palletization
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Bag count per Euro pallet (800×1200 mm): 40 bags of 25 kg = 1,000 kg net
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Bag count per standard pallet (1000×1200 mm): 48 bags of 25 kg = 1,200 kg net
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Stacking pattern: Column-stacked or interlocked, shrink-wrapped with edge protectors
💡 Note for buyers: PP bags allow some air circulation, which is beneficial for high-oil macadamias to prevent moisture entrapment. For extremely humid routes (e.g., SE Asia monsoon season), we recommend adding an inner PE liner.
🚢 Shipping Container Details & Specifications
All whole macadamia kernel shipments originate from Dar es Salaam Port (TZDAR) or Mtwara Port (TZMWZ). Below are precise loading configurations for PP-bagged whole kernels.
Container Type 1: 20’ Dry Van (Recommended for 10–25 kg PP bags)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Internal dimensions (L×W×H) | 5.898 m × 2.352 m × 2.393 m |
| Door opening (W×H) | 2.340 m × 2.280 m |
| Max payload | 28,000 kg |
| PP bag capacity (25 kg bags) | 960 bags = 24,000 kg net |
| PP bag capacity (50 kg bags) | 520 bags = 26,000 kg net |
| Palletized bag capacity (25 kg) | 20 pallets × 40 bags = 800 bags (20,000 kg) |
| Floor loading (non-palletized) | Allowed – manual stacking to roof (must use slip sheets) |
Container Type 2: 40’ High Cube Dry Van (Maximum volume)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Internal dimensions (L×W×H) | 12.032 m × 2.352 m × 2.698 m |
| Door opening (W×H) | 2.340 m × 2.585 m |
| Max payload | 26,500 kg |
| PP bag capacity (25 kg bags) | 1,040 bags = 26,000 kg net |
| PP bag capacity (50 kg bags) | 520 bags = 26,000 kg net (weight-limited, not volume-limited) |
| Palletized bag capacity (25 kg) | 22 pallets × 40 bags = 880 bags (22,000 kg) |
Container Stowage Guidelines for PP-Bagged Macadamias
| Factor | Recommended Practice |
|---|---|
| Ventilation | Vent sliders open 30–40% – critical for PP bags to prevent condensation |
| Desiccant | 10–12 kg clay desiccant per 20’ container |
| Container floor | Clean, dry, and covered with kraft paper or corrugated sheets |
| Stacking height | Max 8 layers of 25 kg PP bags (unpalletized) |
| Strap/Securing | Inflatable dunnage bags or lashing straps to prevent shift |
| Temperature limit | Do not exceed 30°C during transit – avoid direct sun staging |
| Container pre-inspection | Must be pest-free, odor-free, and dry (no prior chemical or spice residues) |
Recommended Container Loading Diagram (Palletized PP Bags)
Front of Container (Door end) [ Pallet 1 ] [ Pallet 2 ] ... [ Pallet 10 ] (20' container) ↑ Stretch wrap + corner guards ↑ Each pallet: 40 bags × 25 kg = 1,000 kg ↑ Desiccant packs between pallet rows
📑 Required Export Documentation (PP Bag Shipments)
| Document | Purpose | Issuing Body |
|---|---|---|
| Phytosanitary Certificate | Confirms pest-free status | TPHPA (Tanzania) |
| Certificate of Origin | Tariff preference (EAC/SADC/EU/AfCFTA) | Tanzania Chamber of Commerce |
| Bill of Lading | Title of cargo & freight contract | Shipping line |
| Packing List | Details bag count, net/gross weight, grade | VG Limited |
| Commercial Invoice | Commercial transaction | VG Limited |
| Aflatoxin + FFA + Peroxide Report | Quality verification | SGS / Bureau Veritas |
| Fumigation Certificate | Required for PP bags if wooden pallets used | Licensed fumigator (Methyl Bromide or Aluminum Phosphide) |
✅ Note: PP bags themselves do not require fumigation, but any wooden pallets or dunnage must be ISPM-15 certified heat-treated.
📦 Why Choose PP Bags for Whole Macadamia Kernels?
| Advantage | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Cost-effective | Lower packaging cost than vacuum bags or foil pouches |
| Breathable | Reduces risk of internal moisture condensation |
| Durable | Resists tearing, suitable for rough handling |
| Reusable | Many buyers repurpose PP bags for local distribution |
| Custom printable | Brand your bags with grade, origin, and batch number |
| Easier recycling | PP woven is widely recyclable vs. multi-layer laminates |
⚠️ When NOT to use PP bags: For long-term storage (>6 months), high-humidity tropical transshipment without container ventilation control, or extreme temperature routes (e.g., Middle East summer). In those cases, we recommend adding an inner PE liner or switching to GrainPro hermetic bags.
📞 Order Whole Tanzanian Macadamia Kernels in PP Bags
Ready to place your order? VG Limited offers:
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✅ FOB Dar es Salaam or CIF any major global port
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✅ Mixed container option – combine Style 0, 1, 2 in separate PP bags
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✅ 500g pre-shipment samples (PP bag version)
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✅ Container load supervision – photos & weight ticket included
