Rising prices of other metals, such as copper and nickel, make zinc a more attractive alternative. While India, Brazil, and South Africa are significant producers of Zinc ore, Nigeria's estimated reserves of untapped Zinc ore are 6 million tons. Zinc ore is found in Cross River, Kaduna, Kebbi and Niger states. Zinc ore in Nigeria is commonly found in deposits, erosion deposits, and minerals transported by water. Commodity 1 provides Zinc ore directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. We aim to be our customer's Zinc ore supplier. We offer the best prices for our buyers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS/Chips Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month 100MT/Month (Lead days) 30 Days 30 Days COMPOSITION ANALYSIS OF THE ZINC ORE Element Average Content (wt %) Zinc 5-15% Sulfur 25-35% Iron 10-20% Lead 0-5% Copper 0-5% Cadmium 0.1-0.5% Indium 0.01-0.1% Gallium 0.001-0.01% Others 0-10% Element Percentage Cerium 40-55% Lanthanum 30-45% Thorium 1-2% Uranium 0.05-0.2% Other elements 0-10% It is essential to know that zinc ore is a radioactive mineral. The level of radioactivity in zinc ore depends on the thorium and content. Zinc ore containing high levels of thorium and must be handled carefully. Zinc ore composition varies slightly based on the source and what region of Nigeria it is collected. We encourage buyers to ask for a free sample for their composition analysis and evaluation of ready-to-ship material. Samples are free, but buyers should arrange to pick up a free piece with a courier service.
The supply of tin ore is expected to remain tight in the coming years due to the limited availability of tin resources. Commodity 1 provides Tin ore directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. We aim to be our customers�¢?? Tin ore supplier. We offer the best prices for our buyers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS/Chips Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 25 MT/Month 125MT/Month (Lead days) 30 Days 30 Days COMPOSITION ANALYSIS OF THE TIN ORE Metal Percentage Tin 67% Iron 15% Quartz 12% Other metals 6% Tin ore composition varies slightly based on the source and what region of Nigeria it is collected. We encourage buyers to ask for a free sample for their composition analysis and evaluation of ready-to-ship material. Samples are free, but buyers should arrange to pick up a free piece with a courier service.
Commodity 1 provides Monazite ore directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. We aim to be our customer's Monazite ore supplier. We offer the best prices for our buyers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS/Chips Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month 200MT/Month (Lead days) 30 Days 30 Days COMPOSITION ANALYSIS OF THE MONAZITE ORE Element Percentage Cerium 40-55% Lanthanum 30-45% Thorium 1-2% Uranium 0.05-0.2% Other elements 0-10% It is important to note that monazite ore is a radioactive mineral. The level of radioactivity in monazite ore depends on the thorium and content. Monazite ore containing high levels of thorium and should be handled cautiously. Monazite ore composition varies slightly based on the source and what region of Nigeria it is collected. We encourage buyers to ask for a free sample for their composition analysis and evaluation of ready-to-ship material. Samples are free, but buyers should arrange to pick up a free piece with a courier service.
For any business with a need for an uninterrupted supply chain, Commodity 1 can fill that gap for you. We can fulfill your need for mica minerals, including biotite, muscovite, phlogopite, lepidolite, and K-spar. We have direct access to mica mines. Often, we offer the best prices in the market.. Commodity 1 supplies these products directly from the mine to the global market. There are no intermediaries involved, only our staff on the ground. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: Dried, Bulk, Rock Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 25MT/Month 125MT/Month (Lead days) 30 Days 30 Days 1. CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF THE MINERAL MICA Chemical Composition: The general formula for mica group minerals is XY Z O (OH, F) : X: Can be K, Na, Ba, Ca, Cs, (HO), or (NH). Y: Includes Al, Mg, Fe, Li, Cr, Mn, V, and Zn. Z: Comprises Si, Al, Fe, Be, and Ti. The chemical properties of mica minerals vary depending on the specific type of mica. However, all micas are silica (SiO2), aluminum oxide (Al2O3), and potassium oxide (K2O). Some micas may contain other elements, such as iron oxide (Fe2O3) and magnesium oxide (MgO). The following table shows the chemical composition of some common mica minerals: Mica mineral SiO2 Al2O3 K2O Fe2O3 MgO Muscovite 45.57 33.1 9.87 0 0 Biotite 47.7 30.9 3 10 3 Phlogopite 47.5 31 3 0 15 Of the 28 known species of mica, six are common rock-forming minerals: Muscovite: The common light-colored mica. Biotite: Typically black or nearly black. Phlogopite: Typically brown. Paragonite: Macroscopically indistinguishable from muscovite. Lepidolite: Generally pinkish to lilac; occurs in lithium-bearing pegmatites. Glauconite: A green species found sporadically in marine sedimentary sequences.
Commodity 1 provides Lithium ore directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. We aim to be our customers�¢?? lithium ore supplier. We offer the best prices for our buyers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS/Chips Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month 60MT/Month Lithium time (days) 30 Days 30 Days CHEMICAL COMPOSITION ANALYSIS OF LITHIUM ORE Ingredient Percentage Lithium oxide (Li2O) 8% Alumina (Al2O3) 27% Silicon dioxide (SiO2) 64% Other minerals
Commodity 1 provides Lead ore directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. We aim to be our customers�¢?? leading lead ore supplier. We offer the best prices for our buyers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS/Chips Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month 60MT/Month Lead time (days) 30 Days 30 Days CHEMICAL COMPOSITION ANALYSIS Element Chemical Symbol Typical Concentration (% by weight) Lead Pb 60.3 Sulfur S 23.7 Oxygen O 12 Silver Ag 0.2 Zinc Zn 0.1 Copper Cu 0.21 Iron Fe 2 Arsenic As 0.01 Antimony Sb 0.01 Lead ore composition varies slightly based on the source and what region of Nigeria it is collected. We encourage buyers to ask for a free sample for their composition analysis and evaluation of ready-to-ship material. Samples are free but buyers should arrange with a courier service of their choice to pick up a free sample.
Our iron ore is hematite. Hematite is a reddish-brown iron oxide mineral with the chemical formula Fe2O3. Hematite ores in Nigeria usually contain between 50% and 70% iron, making them ideal for iron ore production. Commodity 1 provides Iron ore directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. According to a report by the World Steel Association, global steel production is expected to reach 1.8 billion tons in 2025, from 1.6 billion tons in 2020. This increase in steel production will increase demand for iron ore. The global iron market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% between 2022 and 2027. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month 1000 MT/Month Lead time (days) 30 Days 30 Days Shipload : The shipload quantity is available every four months. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION ANALYSIS Element Chemical Symbol Typical Concentration (% by weight) Iron Fe 65-75 Silicon dioxide SiO2 0-25 Aluminum oxide Al2O3 0-15 Titanium dioxide TiO2 0-5 Manganese oxide MnO 0-3 Phosphorus pentoxide P2O5 0-0.1 Iron ore composition varies slightly based on the source and what region of Nigeria it is collected. We encourage buyers to ask for a free sample for their own composition analysis and evaluation of ready-to-ship material. Samples are free of cost, but buyers should arrange with a courier service of their choice to pick up a free sample.
Commodity 1 has competitive prices for ilmenite sand. Most often, we have the best prices available in the marketplace.. Commodity 1 provides these products directly from the mines to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. The origin of our ilmenite sand is Nigeria, which has a total reserve estimated to be between 200 and 240 million tons and is one of the largest ilmenite producers in the world. These ilmenite deposits are usually found in beach sand and deposits. Ilmenite is a source of titanium dioxide, a white pigment used in various products, including paints, plastics, paper, and food. Titanium dioxide is also used to manufacture sunscreen and other personal care products. Commodity 1 has a team of experienced in-house professionals who strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: Dried, Bulk, Powder, Sand Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 25MT/Month 1000MT/Month (Lead days) 30 Days 30 Days COMPOSITION ANALYSIS OF AVAILABLE ILMENITE Element % by wt. Iron 47.5 Titanium 34.5 Silicon 3.5 Aluminum 2.5 Manganese 0.5 Other 1 Total: 100 Other elements that may be present in ilmenite in small amounts include calcium (Ca), aluminum (Al), silicon (Si), and sulfur (S). The composition of ilmenite can vary depending on its source. For example, ilmenite from beach sands tends to be richer in titanium than hard rock deposits.
Commodity 1 provides Fluorite directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. Further, Commodity 1 has competitive prices. Most often, we have the best prices available in the marketplace. Fluorite casts from Nigeria often contain up to 95% fluorine. This makes it helpful in producing fluorinated compounds, such as hydrofluoric acid and fluorosilicic acid. Hydrofluoric acid is used in various applications, including steel, glass, and mining. Fluorosilicic acid is used to fluoridate drinking water and to produce fertilizers. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: LUMS Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT 400 MT Lead time (days) 30 Days 30 Days COMPOSITION ANALYSIS OF FLUORITE ORE: The composition analysis of Fluorite ore is tabulated below to let you evaluate the quality of our product and the quantity of fluorine in it. Composition analysis Element Concentration (weight %) Calcium 51.1 Fluorine 48.9 Other elements (typically less than one weight %) Iron, manganese, magnesium, silicon, aluminum, zinc, lead, yttrium, cerium We encourage buyers to ask for a free composition analysis and evaluation sample. Samples are free, but buyers should arrange to pick up a free sample with a courier service of their choice.
Commodity 1 has direct access to high-quality tantalum ores with 30% -45% tantalum �¢?? higher than the average level of tantalum ore in other countries. Consequently, buyers will save money due to less processing of tantalum to produce the final metal product. Commodity 1 has streamlined the shipping process for our valuable customers. Second, due to its proximity to significant tantalum markets, our buyers from China and the United States have a shipping advantage. With a vast reserve of tantalum ore available, Commodity 1 will always be able to fulfill your orders without delay. The future global market outlook for tantalum is positive. It is expected that the demand for tantalum will continue to grow in the future, with the growing need for electronics, chemical processing, and aerospace applications. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: Crushed Processed Port: Lagos Apapa Port Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month Lead time (days) 30 DAYS TANTALUM ORE ANALYSIS ELEMENT PERCENTAGE Tantalum 30-45% Niobium 20-30% Iron 10-20% Manganese 5-10% Silicon 5-10% Aluminum 2-5% Other elements 0-10% Tantalum ore elemental composition varies slightly based on the source and what region of Nigeria it is collected. We encourage buyers to ask for a free sample for their own composition analysis and evaluation of ready-to-ship material. Samples are free of cost, but buyers should arrange with a courier service of their choice to pick up a free sample.
Commodity 1 has direct access to Nigerian columbite ores. Nigerian columbite ore has two unique characteristics. First, the Nigerian columbite ore is a nascent, untapped market opportunity. Elementally, the ore is one of the best in the world, with up to 60% of columbite in it. It contains high amounts of niobium and tantalum and the least impurities. Second, the Nigerian government estimates that the country has one of the world's largest reserves of columbite ore. Overall, the future for the global columbite market is positive. Due to their use in various high-tech applications, the demand for niobium and tantalum will increase in the coming years. Commodity 1 can be your reliable partner in your supply chain requirement. Commodity 1 has streamlined the shipping process for our valuable customers. Second, due to its proximity to significant tantalum markets, our buyers from China and the United States have a shipping advantage. PACKAGING & DELIVERY Packaging Details: Crushed Processed Port: Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria Bags: 50 kg Container: 20 ft Lead time: Quantity (metric tons) 20 MT/Month Lead time (days) 30 Days COMPOSITION OF COLUMBITE ORE. MINERAL CHEMICAL FORMULA PERCENTAGE Columbite (Fe, Mn)Nb2O6 50-60% Fe-tantalite (Fe, Mn)Ta2O6 30-40% Rutile TiO2 10-20% Cassiterite SnO2 5-10% Tourmaline (Na, Ca)x(Mg, Fe, Mn, Li)3(Al, Fe, Cr)6(SiO4)8(BO3)3(OH)4 5-10%
Commodity 1 provides beryllium directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions. We believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. Beryl Composition Analysis Element Approximate Percentage Range Beryllium (Be) 0.1% 3% or less Aluminum (Al) 10% 25% or more Silicon (Si) 10% 30% or more Iron (Fe) 0.1% 2% Manganese (Mn) Trace a few percent Lithium (Li) Trace few tenths of a percent Sodium (Na) Trace less than 1% Potassium (K) Trace less than 1% Calcium (Ca) 0.1% 1% Magnesium (Mg) 0.1% 1% Tin (Sn) Trace below 0.1% Fluorine (F) Varies, can be 7% 8% or higher (in emeralds) Phosphorus (P) Trace below 0.1% Sulfur (S) Trace below 0.1%
Stainless steel is an iron alloy with a chromium content of at least 10.5%. Chromium forms a thin oxide layer on the surface of steel, known as the passivation layer. This can prevent further surface corrosion. Increasing the chromium content can improve corrosion resistance. Stainless steel also contains varying amounts of carbon, silicon, and manganese. Other elements such as nickel and molybdenum can be added to impart other useful properties, such as enhanced forming ability and increased corrosion resistance. Waste stainless steel refers to stainless steel waste generated from industrial manufacturing and stainless steel processes, as well as stainless steel equipment that has been damaged or scrapped due to long-term use, and stainless steel utensils used in daily life. Our factory produces approximately 20 tons of stainless steel per day, and we have abundant inventory of stainless steel waste with guaranteed quality. Scrap stainless steel is a high-grade alloy steel with a higher value than ordinary scrap steel.
Composition: Dehydrated poultry protein, maize flour, maize, wheat flour, animal fats, dehydrated pork protein, wheat, hydrolysed animal proteins, beet pulp, fish oil, soya oil, yeasts, minerals, hydrolysed yeast (source of manno-oligo-saccharides ) .. Technological Additives: None Stated; Sensory Additives: None stated; Nutritional Additives: Vitamin A: 12000 IU, Vitamin D3: 800 IU, E1 (Iron): 46 mg, E2 (Iodine): 4.6 mg, E4 (Copper): 9 mg, E5 (Manganese): 60 mg, E6 (Zinc ): 181 mg, E8 (Selenium): 0.12 mg - Preservatives - Antioxidants. Analytical Constituents: Protein 25%, Crude Fibers 1.2%, Crude Oils and Fats 14%, Crude Ash 5.9%, Moisture 0%. Feeding Guide: Recommended daily quantities (g / day): Water should be available at all times. Adult Weight 11kg Normal Activity 149g, Adult Weight 12kg Normal Activity 159g, Adult Weight 13kg Normal Activity 169g, Adult Weight 14kg Normal Activity 178g, Adult Weight 15kg Normal Activity 188g, Adult Weight 16kg Normal Activity 197g, Adult Weight 18kg Normal Activity 215g, Adult Weight 20kg Normal Activity 233g, Adult Weight 22kg Normal Activity 250g, Adult Weight 24kg Normal Activity 267g, Adult Weight 25kg Normal Activity 275g. Adult Weight 11kg Moderate Activity 172g, Adult Weight 12kg Moderate Activity 184g, Adult Weight 13kg Moderate Activity 195g, Adult Weight 14kg Moderate Activity 206g, Adult Weight 15kg Moderate Activity 217g, Adult Weight 16kg Moderate Activity 228g, Adult Weight 18kg Moderate Activity 249g, Adult Weight 20kg Moderate Activity 270g, Adult Weight 22kg Moderate Activity 290g, Adult Weight 24kg Moderate Activity 309g, Adult Weight 26kg Moderate Activity 319g.
GerardJOSEPH llc is an American company specializing in international supply of Consumers goods. We are a family business that is delivering the highest quality of consumer goods to buyers all over the world. We own shares of companies through the USA that do the production for us. High quality of products are guaranteed thanks to careful, detailed and research. Thanks to the policy followed by the company, we are conceived in the market as a reliable, honest and business like partner, the one that guarantees the highest standard of products. ISRI-CODES: (27) Rail, steel No.1 â?? Standard section T rails, original weight 50 pounds per yard or heavier, 10 feet long and over. Suitable for re-rolling into bars and shapes. Free from bent and twisted rails, frog, switch and guard rails or rails with split heads and broken flanges. Continuous welded rail may be included provided no weld is over 9 inches from the end of the piece of rail. (28a) Rail, steel No.2 â?? Cropped Rail Ends, standard section, original weight of 50 pounds per yard and over, 18 inches long and under. (28b) Rail, steel No.2 â?? Cropped Rail Ends, standard section, original weight of 50 pounds per yard and over, 2 feet long and under. (28c) Rail, steel No.2 â?? Cropped Rail Ends, standard section, original weight of 50 pounds per yard and over, 3 feet long and under. (29) Rail, steel No.3 â?? Standard section T, girder and/or guard rails, to be free from frog and switch rails not cut apart and contain no manganese, casts, welds or attachments of any kind except angle bars. Free from concrete, dirt and foreign material of any kind. We are trading in the finest quality Metal Scrap/ Aluminum Scrap, which are recycled for producing pure copper products and equipment.
R50- R65 - IRSI CODES; The chemical composition is the standard for R-50 R-65 Tee rails original weigh 50 pounds per yard or heavier,6 meters long and over. Material to be suitable for rerolling into bars and shapes. Free from bent and twisted rails, frog, switch and guard rails, rails with split heads and broken flanges. Continuous welded rail may be included provided no weld is over 9 inches from end of the piece of rail. Free from Fluff, Nonferrous inclusions, excessive rust and other impurities. Free from war and explosives, shells, cartridges, other arms and ammunitions used or otherwise and any closed containers. Free from any radioactive materials, any harmful chemicals, substances, and coatings any organic waste any other harmful substances. Dirt, dust, rust fluff and other impurities not allowed over 05 %. The rails are to be neatly bundled and secured with iron wire or straps, provided with adequate lifting hooks. Individual bundles not to exceed 5 MTW. Used Rails R50 - R65 Chemical Composition Used Rails; C: 0, 54 - 0,82 Si: 0,18-0,40 Mn: 0, 60-1, 05 S: 0.04 max P: 0,035 max As.: 0, 01 max of Mass share Norms: R-50 GOST7173-75 and R-65 GOST-8165-75 The scrap consists of R-50 (51, 67 kg/m) R-65 (64,72 kg/m) Used Rail ISRI 27-29 ISRI-CODES; (27) Rail, Steel No. 1. Standard section tee rails, original weight 50 pounds per yard or heavier, 10 feet long and over. Suitable for re-rolling into bars and shapes. Free from bent and twisted rails, frog, switch, and guard rails, or rails with split heads and broken flanges. Continuous welded rail may be included provided no weld is over 9 inches from the end of the piece of rail. (28A) Rail, Steel No. 2 Cropped Rail Ends. Standard section, original weight of 50 pounds per yard and over, 18 inches long and under. (28B) Rail, Steel No. 2 Cropped Rail Ends. Standard section, original weight of 50 pounds per yard and over, 2 feet long and under. (28C) Rail, Steel No. 2 Cropped Rail En ds. Standard sec t ion, original weight 50 pounds per yard and over, 3 feet long and under. (29) Rail, St eel No. 3.Standard section tee, girder, and/or guard rails, to be free from frog and switch rails not cut apart, and contain no manganese, cast, welds, or attachments of any kind except angle bars. Free from concrete, dirty and foreign material of any kind. The rails can be cut to the length the buyer wants
Not belonging to the Poaceae botanical family, buckwheat is not classified as a true grain, but rather a pseudo-cereal. Its nutritional profile, nutty flavour, appearance and culinary applications have led it to be commonly referred to as a grain. Buckwheat has played an important role in diets around the world, mainly in Asia and Eastern Europe for around 8,000 years. It is neither a grain popular with bucks or a relative of wheat, but rather, its seeds so closely resemble the much larger seeds of the beech tree that the plant has been called beech wheat, or buckwheat, ever since. Nutrition credentials of buckwheat: High in protein (13-15%), second highest only to oats, and rich in the amino acid lysine. Rich in carbohydrates (mainly starch). Rich in polyunsaturated essential fatty acids, such as linoleic acid. Contains vitamins B1, C and E. Contains higher levels of zinc, copper, and manganese than other cereal grains, and the bioavailability of these minerals is also quite high. High in soluble fibre. Provides a potential source of resistant starch, as certain treatments of buckwheat starch or foods containing buckwheat increase the amount of retrograded, non-digestible starch. A rich source of polyphenol compounds. Contains rutin, a bioflavonoid thought to help control blood pressure and possess anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic properties. Gluten free.
Sorghum is related to sugar cane and to millet and is called Great Millet in some areas of West Africa. It is an important staple food of the upland, drier parts of Africa and India where no other cereal can successfully be raised. Sorghum is able to grow in soils that are quite poorly nourished, with an unreliable water supply. Different varieties of sorghum range in colour from white and pale yellow to deep red, purple and brown. Sorghum is the third largest crop produced in Australia. It is produced primarily in the northern growing region of Australia with an average annual production of over 2 million tonnes. Nutrition credentials of wholegrain sorghum: Rich in carbohydrates (mainly starch). Moderate protein content, but low in lysine. Low in fat, most of which is unsaturated. A good source of dietary fibre. High in potassium and low in sodium. Gluten free. Contains B-group vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), folate and pantothenic acid. Contains vitamin E. Contains iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus and selenium (depending on the soil content of selenium). Contains small amounts of copper, manganese and calcium. Contains phytochemicals including lignans, phenolic acids, phytic acid, plant sterols and saponins.
Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 cup (202.0 g) Amount Per Serving Calories: 672.7 Total fat 1.7g2.6% Saturated Fat 0.4g2.2% Cholesterol 0.0mg0.0% Sodium 32.3mg0.0% Total Carbs 121.7g40.6% Dietary Fiber 30.7g122.8% Sugars 4.3g Alcohol 0.0g Protein 47.2g Vitamin A 0.0%Vitamin C 0.0% Calcium 48.5%Iron 117.2% Vitamin D 0.0%Vitamin E 1.4% Vitamin K 14.1%Thiamin 58.8% Riboflavin 17.3%Niacin 4.8% Vitamin B-6 32.1%Folate 195.9% Vitamin B-12 0.0%Panto. acid 14.8% Phosphorus 60.8%Magnesium 96.0% Zinc 49.4%Selenium 36.9% Copper 99.4%Manganese 181.4%
Rye came into cultivation later than wheat, barley and oats and was not known to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks. It was the main grain used for bread-making in Northern Europe and Russia for many centuries. This is partly because it grows well in colder, harsher climates and partly because it was preferred by some people. Scandinavian countries such as Denmark, Norway and Sweden eat a variety of bread and crispbreads made from rye flour, although wheat products are becoming more popular. Rye contains less gluten than wheat flour, and this makes rye bread significantly denser. Traditional rye breads are made with a sourdough method so have a slightly sour taste when compared to wheat bread. Dark rye flour bread is all whole grain flour. Light rye grain bread is a mixture of whole grain rye flour and refined rye flour. Bread made wholly from rye flour is made in Germany and called pumpernickel. Rye is unique among grains for having a high level of fibre in its endosperm not just in its bran. As such, the glycemic index (GI) of rye products is generally lower than products made from wheat and most other grains. Nutrition credentials of whole grain rye: High in carbohydrate (mainly starch), with a lower GI than most other grains. Relatively high protein content (around 15%), with a higher lysine content than most other cereals. Contains a protein complex which forms gluten. Low in fat (most of which is unsaturated). High in potassium and low in sodium. Excellent source of dietary fibre. Rye has more soluble fibre than wheat, however, less is known about the effect of dietary fibre found in rye. Contains B-group vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), folate and pantothenic acid. Contains vitamin E. Contains iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus and selenium (depending on the soil content of selenium). Contains small amounts of copper, manganese and calcium. Contains phytochemicals including lignans, phenolic acids, phytic acid, plant sterols and saponins.
