Description
At VG Limited, we supply high-quality Tanzanian green mung beans – grown in Tanzania’s warm, semi-arid regions. Known for their vibrant olive-green color, small uniform size, smooth texture, and easy digestibility, our green mung beans are ideal for sprouting, dal processing, flour milling, soup manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and retail packing.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Bean Type | Green Mung Beans (Whole, dried, unpolished) |
| Size | 2.5 mm – 3.5 mm diameter (uniform) |
| Count | 1,000 – 1,200 beans per 100g |
| Color | Bright olive green to dark green (uniform) |
| Moisture | ≤ 12% |
| Purity | ≥ 99% (minimum) |
| Foreign Matter | Nil |
| Broken / Split Beans | ≤ 1% |
| Shriveled / Immature | ≤ 2% |
| Discolored / Yellow Beans | ≤ 1% |
| Insect / Weevil Damage | Free |
| Blemished | < 1% |
| Stones | None |
| Germination Rate | ≥ 95% (for sprouting grade) |
| Cooking Time | 25 – 35 minutes (without pre-soaking) |
✅ Machine cleaned & hand-sorted
✅ Sun-dried on tarpaulins (no contamination)
✅ Lab tested for aflatoxin & pesticide residues
✅ High germination rate – excellent for sprouting
Product Features
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Premium sprouting grade – high germination rate (95%+)
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Easy to cook – shorter cooking time than many other beans
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Light, easily digestible – popular in health and detox diets
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Versatile use – whole beans, splits (moong dal), sprouts, flour
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Long shelf life – 24 months when stored properly
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High protein & low fat – ideal for vegetarian and vegan markets
Packaging for International Export
Our packaging ensures product safety, moisture protection, and pest-free transit.
Primary Packaging Options
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PP woven bags with inner food-grade PE liner (recommended – most common)
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Multilayer kraft paper bags with PE liner
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Jute bags (traditional, upon request)
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Vacuum-sealed bags (premium / retail-ready)
Standard Pack Sizes
| Pack Type | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| PP woven bag | 25 kg / 50 kg |
| Kraft paper bag | 25 kg |
| Jute bag | 50 kg |
| Small retail packs | 500 g, 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg (upon request) |
Labeling Details
Each package includes:
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Product: Green Mung Beans – Tanzania Origin
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Grade (Sprouting / Cooking / Export Standard)
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Batch number
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Net weight & gross weight
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Packed on date & best before (24 months)
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Germination rate (for sprouting grade)
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“Store in cool, dry, ventilated place – away from direct sunlight”
Shipping Container Specifications
Incoterms available: FOB Dar es Salaam Port / CIF any major global port
Container Loading Capacity
| Container Type | Quantity (approx.) | Packing Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft GP | 440–460 bags (11–11.5 MT) | 25 kg bags |
| 20 ft GP | 440–460 bags (22–23 MT) | 50 kg bags |
| 40 ft GP | 900–920 bags (22.5–23 MT) | 25 kg bags |
| 40 ft GP | 880–900 bags (44–45 MT) | 50 kg bags |
| 40 ft HQ | 950–980 bags (23.5–24.5 MT) | 25 kg bags |
Note: 20 ft GP max weight for bagged mung beans is 22–23 MT due to cargo density.
Container Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Container Type | Dry van, food-grade, clean, dry & odor-free |
| Fumigation | Pre-shipment with phosphine – ISPM 15 compliant |
| Ventilation | Closed vents (beans are low-moisture; vents closed to prevent humidity ingress) |
| Container liner | Recommended – food-grade poly liner for extra moisture protection |
| Palletization | Optional – plastic pallets or wood pallets (ISPM 15 heat-treated) |
| Stowage | Uniform stacking; avoid overloading to prevent bag breakage |
Container Environment Requirements
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Temperature: Ambient (10–25°C recommended)
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Relative humidity: < 60% (critical for germination retention)
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Pre-trip inspection: No condensation, no rodent/insect signs, dry floor
Stowage Factor
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Approx. 1.6 – 1.8 m³ per metric ton (bagged mung beans)
Shipping Documents Included
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Commercial Invoice & Packing List
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Bill of Lading (negotiable or direct)
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Phytosanitary Certificate (Tanzania Plant Health & Pesticides Authority)
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Certificate of Origin (Tanzania Chamber of Commerce)
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Fumigation Certificate
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Certificate of Analysis (moisture, purity, foreign matter, germination test)
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Weight Certificate
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Optional: SGS / Bureau Veritas / Intertek inspection report
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Optional: Non-GMO Certificate
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Optional: Aflatoxin Certificate
Why Choose VG Limited for Tanzanian Green Mung Beans?
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Direct sourcing from Tanzania’s premium mung bean growing regions (Manyara, Dodoma, Singida)
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Strict quality control – machine cleaned, hand-sorted, germination tested
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Competitive pricing – regular container load shipments
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Flexible MOQ – 1 x 20 ft container (approx. 22 MT)
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Full compliance with EU, USA, Middle East, African, and Asian import standards
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Reliable logistics from Dar es Salaam port to global destinations
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Harvest-linked pricing – best prices during peak harvest (July – October)





