High quality shelled Argentine Pecan walnuts, sweet and buttery flavor ideal for pastry and professional gastronomy
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Pecan Walnut Argentina

High quality Argentine Pecan walnut, known for its sweet and buttery flavor. Ideal for pastry, snacks, and gastronomic use.

Sweet and buttery flavorCreamy textureHigh qualityShelled, ready to use

Characteristics

What makes our Pecan Walnut Argentina

Unique flavor

Distinctive sweet and buttery flavor, milder than other walnuts. Ideal for discerning palates.

Creamy texture

Smooth and creamy texture that melts in the mouth, perfect for pastry and confectionery.

Rich in healthy fats

High content of monounsaturated fats beneficial for cardiovascular health.

Culinary versatility

Perfect for pies, pralines, ice cream, salads, and as a direct snack.

Origin

Argentina

Grown in fertile Argentine lands, the Pecan walnut benefits from an ideal temperate climate and nutrient-rich soils that enhance its characteristic sweet flavor.

15,000

Cultivated hectares

12,000

Annual tons

Top 5

World producer

Producing regions:

Entre RíosBuenos AiresSanta FeCórdoba
High quality shelled Argentine Pecan walnuts, sweet and buttery flavor ideal for pastry and professional gastronomy

Technical Specifications

Detailed product specifications for import and quality control

Botanical varietyPecan (Carya illinoinensis)
Product typeShelled pecan halves & pieces
Caliber / SizeMammoth / Junior Mammoth (250-350 pcs/lb)
Color gradeLight Amber / Amber (USDA standards)
Maximum moisture≤ 5%
Kernel yield≥ 55%
Aflatoxin B1< 2 µg/kg (EU Reg. 1881/2006)
Total aflatoxins< 4 µg/kg
Peroxide value< 3 meq O₂/kg
Maximum defects< 5% (max 1.5% serious defects)
Foreign matter< 0.05%
MicrobiologicalSalmonella: absent/25g | E.coli: < 10 CFU/g

Certifications & Quality Assurance

All documentation required for international import, available before shipment

HACCP

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points. Systematic approach to food safety risk control.

Phytosanitary Certificate

Issued by SENASA (Argentina). Required for all international plant product shipments.

Certificate of Origin

Official document certifying origin country for customs clearance and preferential tariffs.

Aflatoxin Analysis

Laboratory analysis per lot, compliant with EU Regulation 1881/2006 for maximum levels in tree nuts.

Microbiological Analysis

Testing for Salmonella, E.coli, molds and yeasts per batch. Results available before shipment.

Logistics & Shipping

Container-ready operations with comprehensive trade documentation

Harvest season

March – May

Stock availability

April – December (subject to stock)

Shelf life

12 months in optimal conditions

Incoterms

FOB Buenos Aires / CIF destination port

Port of origin

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Transit time

18-25 days to Mediterranean ports

Storage conditions

Cool, dry place. 15-18°C, < 65% relative humidity. Away from direct light and strong odors.

Container options

20' FCL

10 pallets (EUR)

~18-20 MT net

40' HC FCL

20 pallets (EUR)

~20-22 MT net

Packaging options

Vacuum bag in carton

10 kg

Modified atmosphere, ideal for maintaining freshness. Stacked on EUR pallets, stretch-wrapped.

Bulk bag (Big Bag)

1,000 kg

Food-grade polypropylene. For industrial clients and large-scale processing.

Nutritional Information

Per 100g

Energy691 kcal
Protein9.2 g
Total fat72 g
Monounsaturated fats41 g
Fiber9.6 g
Zinc4.5 mg

Health Benefits

Cardiovascular health

Monounsaturated fats help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

Antioxidants

Rich in vitamin E and other antioxidants that protect cells.

Sustained energy

Provides slow-release energy, ideal for maintaining vitality.

Available Formats

We adapt our presentations to your needs

1 kg bag

Ideal for personal consumption

10 kg box

For retail and hospitality

Pallet

Wholesale orders

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