Bulk Makhana (Fox Nuts) for South African Importers
Graded, handpicked fox nuts for Indian grocery wholesalers, health-food retailers and snack brands in Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town and across South Africa.
Fox nuts for South African wholesalers and retailers
Short answer: National Makhana Udyog supplies graded, handpicked makhana (fox nuts) to South African importers in 4 Sutta+ to 6 Sutta+ grades, shipped from India to Durban or your nominated port. Air trials start from 8 kg, and a 20 ft container carries about 2–2.5 tonnes. Prices are quoted on request.
South Africa has a long-established Indian community, especially around Durban, and a growing health-snack segment. Makhana sells through Indian grocery wholesalers, health stores and specialty online sellers.
South Africa Trade Specifications
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| Moisture Content |
Customised moisture of 5% available on request (price may increase because of weight loss) |
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| Commercial Terms | EXW, FOB or CIF as agreed in the quotation. Payment: 50% advance and 50% against the commercial invoice (LC accepted). Lead time: 2 to 15 working days. Shelf life: phool makhana 12 to 18 months, roasted makhana 6 to 12 months. Full export terms. |
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Phool makhana packaging
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| South African Destination Ports |
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| Exporter | Moso International Private Limited (export company of National Makhana Udyog). USFDA, ISO 22000, GMP and APEDA are held by Moso International. |
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What South African importers should confirm before ordering
- Import and labelling rules: South Africa has its own food import and labelling requirements. Your importer or customs broker should confirm the current rules for the exact product and pack before ordering.
- Labels: we print private-label packs to your artwork, and supply 10 kg bags for local repacking.
Rules change. Your importer or customs broker should confirm current conditions before ordering. We do not claim organic or Halal certification.
Roasted & flavoured makhana for South African retail
Indian grocery wholesalers, health stores and snack brands in South Africa can buy roasted makhana ready to sell.
- Flavours: Peri Peri, Salt & Pepper and Lemon & Mint.
- Process: the makhana is first roasted in an air fryer. Then, on customer demand, seasoning is added for flavouring with avocado oil, olive oil or pure ghee.
- Packs: 50 g pouches, bulk packs, or your own brand and artwork.
- Other seasonings can be discussed. HSN code 20081929.
Roasted makhana packaging
- Pillow pouch, 10–100 g. Rollstock format is custom-printed laminated film formed, filled and sealed on a fully automatic machine with nitrogen flushing. Preformed pouch format is filled and sealed on semi-automatic equipment with nitrogen flushing.
- Stand-up zipper pouch, 25–100 g. Resealable, filled and sealed on semi-automatic equipment and nitrogen flushed before final sealing.
- Composite can or PET jar, 40 g, 50 g, 70 g and 80 g. Oxygen absorbers and/or desiccant sachets may be used as per the packaging specification.
- Transparent bulk pouch, 250 g, 400 g, 500 g and 1 kg. Supplied for repacking and food-service use.
- Secondary packaging. Corrugated master cartons.
Full details are on the makhana packaging page.
Makhana powder (fox nut flour)
Bulk makhana powder (HSN 20081922) is also available for food and nutrition manufacturers. See makhana powder.
Importing Fox Nuts into South Africa – FAQ
Do you supply makhana to importers in South Africa?
Can I start with a small trial order?
Do you make private label packs for South African brands?
Where can I find certificates, HSN codes, grades and container details?
Ready to import premium makhana?
Send your requirement and destination port. Our export team at Moso International replies within 24 hours with FOB / CIF pricing and sample options.