Pumpkin Seeds
Removing the white hull of the pumpkin seed reveals an edible, green-colored seed inside that is commonly referred to as a pepita. Pumpkin seeds come in Grade A, Grade AA, and Grown Without Skin (GOS).
Product Specifications for Shelled Pumpkinseed Kernels
Shineskin- Grade AA
| Physical Properties |
| A. |
Purity |
99.95% free of all foreign matter such as glass, wood, metals, and insects |
| B. |
Moisture |
Max 8% |
| C. |
Broken |
Max 4% (broken kernels is any portion less than 1/2 of the whole kernel) |
| D. |
Color |
Dark green |
| E. |
Taste & Smell |
Characteristic, free from foreign flavors or odors |
| F. |
Texture |
Dry and firm, not stringy |
| Chemical Properties |
| A. |
Aflatoxin B1+B2+G1+G2 |
According to US Food Law |
| B. |
Pesticide |
According to US Food Law |
| C. |
Heavy Metals (Cadmium) |
<0.3mg/kg |
| Microbiological Properties |
| A. |
Total Plate Count |
<10,000 cfu/gram |
| B. |
Mold & Yeast |
<1,000 cfu/gram |
| C. |
Coliforms |
<100 cfu/gram |
| D. |
E. Coli |
<10 cfu/gram |
| E. |
Salmonella |
Negative/25g |
| F. |
Other Pathogenic |
Negative/25g |
Nutritional Information
Serving Size: 1/4 cup (30g)
Servings per Container: About 6
Calories: 190
Calories from Fat: 140
|
| Total Fat 15g |
23% |
| Saturated 4g |
18% |
| Cholesterol 0mg |
0% |
| Sodium 130mg |
5% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4g |
1% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g |
2% |
| Sugar 1g |
- |
| Protein 9g |
- |
| Iron |
15% |
| Calcium |
0% |
| Vitamin A |
2% |
| Vitamin C |
0% |
|
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs. |
Packaging
Pepitas should be stored in a cool (less than 75 degrees Fahrenheit) and dry place (less than 65% RH). If stored in these conditions, pepitas should last for about one year.
| Packing |
Case Dimension
L x W x H
(inches) |
Pallet size
40"x48" |
Net Weight/Gross Weight (lbs.) |
2/27.5 lbs. per Carton
40 Cartons per Pallet |
20x19.5x12 |
10 cartons per layer, 4 layers high |
55/56 |
