Iranian Pistachio Kernel is one of the most valuable processed products of Iran’s pistachio industry. It is produced by shelling naturally closed-shell pistachios and a portion of naturally open-shell pistachios using advanced shelling, sorting, and quality control lines. Owing to its natural flavor, green to yellowish-green color with a matte red skin to purple, dense texture, high kernel yield, low impurity level, and outstanding nutritional value, it serves as a primary raw material for the chocolate, confectionery, ice cream, bakery, meat processing, and premium food industries worldwide. According to ISIRI 218 standards, Iranian pistachio kernels are supplied in various forms, including Raw Kernel, Split Kernel, Broken Kernel, Green Kernel, Double Peeled Kernel, Slivered Kernel, and Pistachio Powder. International buyers typically require exceptionally high purity with minimal shell fragments and foreign materials.
The majority of Iranian Pistachio Kernel production is concentrated in Kerman Province, particularly in Rafsanjan, Anar, Zarand, Sirjan, and Shahr-e Babak, where most modern processing facilities are located. Additional production is carried out in the provinces of Yazd, Razavi Khorasan, Semnan, and Qazvin. Pistachio kernels are generally graded according to product type (Whole, Halves, Broken, Slivers), color, uniformity, breakage percentage, moisture content, purity, and kernel size. Unlike in-shell pistachios, kernel grading is not based on Count per Ounce, but rather on processing grade and visual quality.
At YAR DIAMOND NUTS CO., pistachio kernels undergo sampling, shelling, shell separation, color sorting, metal detection, moisture control, manual inspection, and final quality control before export packing, ensuring full compliance with international export standards and food safety requirements. Iranian Pistachio Kernel Export is one of the company’s key product categories, supplying markets across Europe, the GCC countries, India, China, Japan, South Korea, the United Arab Emirates, and the Middle East food industry. Raw Whole Kernels, Split Kernels, Broken Kernels, Halves, and Pistachio Slivers are among the most sought-after export products of Iran’s pistachio industry due to their premium quality, exceptional flavor, and wide range of industrial applications.
| IRANIAN PISTACHIO KERNEL — PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Iranian Pistachio Kernel / Raw Pistachio Kernel |
| Commercial Category | Premium Iranian Shelled Pistachio Kernel |
| Country of Origin | Iran |
| Size Range | Whole kernels may be sized by kernel count per 100 g or per ounce; halves, broken kernels and slivers are graded by cut and particle size |
| Appearance | Green to yellowish-green kernel with natural red, purple or brownish skin; dense texture and characteristic pistachio shape |
| Kernel Condition | Raw whole, halves, split, broken, lappeh and slivered grades available; peeled and double-peeled kernels supplied by contract |
| Moisture | Maximum 6.5% for pistachio kernels and peeled pistachio kernels under UNECE DDP-10 |
| Shelf Life | Typically up to 12 months when properly packed and stored under controlled conditions |
| Packaging | Food-grade vacuum bags, lined cartons or export sacks; net weight and packing format customized upon request |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry, clean and odor-free place, protected from heat, humidity, sunlight and pest contamination |