Walnuts

Plump, meaty kernels are full of flavor and richness. Fine quality kernels will have a crisp texture and a fresh taste. Color is one of the important factors that determines the market value of shelled walnuts.

U.S. Standards for Grades of Walnuts

Combination Halves & Pieces
Physical Requirements
A.	Flavor	Natural, clean, fresh walnut flavor; free of rancid, stale, or off flavors
B.	Color	Combination- a maximum of 50% light and 40% light amber. A maximum of 10% amber, of which not more than 2% darker than amber
C.	Foreign Material	0.03% Maximum by weight
D.	Total Defects	5.0% Maximum by weight
Chemical Requirements
A.	Moisture	4.5% Maximum
B.	FFA	1.5% Maximum
C.	Yeast/Mold	<20,000/g

Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g) Calories: 190 Calories from Fat: 160
Total Fat 18g	28%
Saturated 2g	10%
Trans Fat 0g	-
Polyunsaturated Fat 13g	-
Monounsaturated Fat 3g	-
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 0mg	0%
Potassium 125mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Sugar 1g	-
Protein 4g	-
Iron	4%
Vitamin E	0%
Thiamin	6%
Riboflavin	2%
Niacin	2%
Vitamin B6	8%
Folate	8%
Pantothenic Acid	2%
Phosophorous	10%
Magnesium	10%
Zinc	6%
Selenium	2%
Copper	25%
Manganese	50%
Citation for USADA Data: USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 17; 2004. USDA Food Composition Data: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/Data/ * 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

Store walnuts in low moisture and low temperature 32-38 degrees Farenheight conditions. Chopped walnuts refrigerated in an air-tight container will last up to nine months. Chopped walnuts frozen in an air-tight container will last up to two years.

Packing	Case Dimension L x W x H (inches)	Pallet size 40"x48"	Net Weight/Gross Weight (lbs.)
25 lbs. Carton 60 Cartons per Pallet	16x12x9	10 cartons per layer, 6 layers high	25/26
30 lbs. Carton 60 Cartons per Pallet	15x12x9	10 cartons per layer, 6 layers high	30/31