Foxnuts, also known as Makhana or Euryale ferox seeds, are widely consumed as a snack and used in various food and pharmaceutical applications. Below are the general specifications for foxnuts:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Whole or broken puffed seeds
Color: White to light cream (puffed), black (raw seeds)
Odor & Taste: Characteristic mild nutty aroma with a slightly sweet taste
Texture: Crisp, light, and crunchy (for puffed foxnuts)
Size:
Grade A (Large): 14mm+
Grade B (Medium): 12-14mm
Grade C (Small): 10-12mm
Moisture Content: Max 5-7%
Chemical Properties:
Protein Content: 9-15%
Carbohydrates: 65-80%
Fats: 0.1-1.0%
Dietary Fiber: 8-12%
Energy Value: ~350-400 kcal/100g
Ash Content: Max 2%
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 10,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 100 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli: Absent
Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.1 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.05 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.02 ppm
Artificial Additives & Preservatives: Must be absent
Applications of Foxnuts (Makhana):
Food Industry: Used in snacks, sweets, roasted products, and breakfast cereals
Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and diabetic-friendly properties
Nutritional Supplements: Used in energy bars and dietary foods
Religious & Festive Use: Commonly used in fasting foods
Our Fox Nuts, also known as Makhana, are sourced from India's top producers and offered in various grades and sizes. These dehydrated and puffed nuts are packed with antioxidants, making them excellent anti-aging foods. With a delicate taste and crisp texture, Fox Nuts are a sought-after superfood known for their high fiber content, low glycemic index, and rich nutritional profile.
They are low in calories and a good source of magnesium, potassium, manganese, protein, and phosphorus. Fox Nuts offer numerous health benefits including weight loss, improved heart health, enhanced bone strength, anti-aging properties, blood sugar control, detoxification, improved cognitive function, and better digestion.
Product Specifications
Available Sizes
6 Suta Plus Handpicked
6 Suta Plus
6 Suta Handpicked
5 Suta Plus Handpicked
5 Suta Plus
5 Suta Handpicked
Grade: Grade A+
Features: Gluten-free, Natural Taste, Non-Harmful, No Artificial Flavours, No Preservatives
Price varies with product size
Fox Nuts Sizes - Any size between 9 to 22 mm available
Color : Creamy white
Size : Uniform, medium-sized
Texture: Crisp and crunchy
Shape : Round or oval
Moisture Content : Less than 8%
Foreign Matter : Not more than 1%
Broken Pieces : Less than 2%
Packaging : Vacuum-sealed bags or airtight containers
Shelf Life : Minimum 12 months
Makhana, known as "Fox Nuts" or lotus seeds, is a popular snack in Asia, especially in India. It is high in protein for muscle growth, supports heart health, aids weight management, boosts energy levels, and is rich in antioxidants.
We have variety of Makhana and sourcing from Bihar.
1. 3 Suta and +
2. 4 Suta and +
3. 5 Suta and +
4. 6 Suta and +
We are a reliable exporter of Foxnuts (Makhana/ Popped Water Lily
Seeds/ Lotus Seeds) as well as roasted flavored Foxnuts like Peri Peri, Mint,
Simply Salted, Tangy Tomato, Cream & onion, Carmel, BBQ, and many more.
Our enterprise is regarded as a dependable Dehydrated Fox Nuts(Makhana) supplier and exporter in India and abroad. We make sure that the Fox Nuts(Makhana) that we grant are delivered in excellently packaged food-grade material, so that their first-class is retained forever. Clients can avail one-of-a-kind types of Fox Nuts(Makhana) from us at very real-looking prices.
India is one of the largest and the best quality Fox Nut (Makhana) producing countries in the world. And within India, Bihar is the top Makhana producing state. It is a part of Indian vegetarian cuisine for a long time. The nutritional value of Makhana is attributed its high fibre content, low glycemic index and phytochemical constituents. It is low in calories. Its fibre content acts as an absorbent. Because of this property, it is commonly used for treating diarrhea. 100 grams Makhana (fox nuts) contains 350 calories from which 308 calories come from carbohydrates and 39 calories from protein content. It has an insignificant amount of fats and no trans-fat. Moreover, it is high in potassium and provides a little amount of calcium.
Health Benefits of Makhana
Maintains Kidney Health. Makhana ensure kidney health by controlling the blood flow and regulating urination.
Healthy Heart.
Detoxifies Liver.
Good For Diabetic Patients.
Make Bones Strong.
Weight Loss.
Hormonal Balance.
Fox nuts have a natural compound, kaempferol that reduces inflammation in the body. Inflammation is responsible for most modern diseases like diabetes, arthritis, rheumatism. Also, fox nuts have antibacterial properties. Apart from magnesium, potassium, and sodium, foxnuts also contain a high amount of calcium.
