Ahmad Aghaei Pistachios
Medium-long, bright green kernel pistachios with a naturally open shell. Popular for roasting and snack packs.
About this product
Ahmad Aghaei is Iran's most exported pistachio — an elongated, ivory-shelled, bright green kernel with a balanced sweet-buttery flavor. Mid-sized and consistent, it is the workhorse variety for snacking, retail private label, and industrial use across more than 40 markets.
Why buyers choose this lot
- Most popular Iranian pistachio for export volume
- Bright ivory shell, vivid green kernel — visually appealing
- Consistent count and uniform appearance
- Aflatoxin-tested to EU regulation 2023/915
- Available raw, roasted-salted, or kernel only
Recommended uses
- Snacking, retail private label, vending packs
- Bakery toppings & breakfast cereals
- Ice cream inclusions and chocolate enrobing
- Pistachio kernel for industrial transformation
Technical specifications
Certifications & food safety
- ISO 22000:2018 — Food Safety Management
- HACCP plan on every production line
- SGS / Bureau Veritas pre-shipment inspection on request
- Halal & Kosher available
- EU & FDA compliant documentation
Storage & handling
Best kept cool, dry, and dark. Vacuum bags hold full aroma 12 months at 4–20°C. Avoid temperature swings above 25°C in storage warehouses.
Buyer questions answered
Which pistachio should I choose for retail private label?
Ahmad Aghaei is our top recommendation for retail private label — its uniform count, bright color, and balanced flavor work across cultures and price tiers. Akbari is reserved for premium gifting; Fandoghi for kernel-only applications.
Do you supply pistachio kernels separately?
Yes — we supply natural, blanched, and slivered kernels in 10 kg vacuum bags. Color sorted to three tiers (FAQ / Fancy / Extra Fancy) by green intensity, with full traceability to the source orchard.
Can you roast and season Ahmad Aghaei to our recipe?
Yes — continuous oil and dry roasters with adjustable curves. Standard finishes are salted, lightly salted, lemon-salt, saffron, and pepper. Custom seasoning blends are matched on a 5 kg pilot batch before scaling to your PO.
What is the difference between Iranian and US pistachios from a buyer's perspective?
Iranian pistachios — including Ahmad Aghaei — have naturally split shells, a longer, narrower kernel, and a more intense flavor profile from drier-grown orchards. US pistachios are mechanically split, rounder, and milder. The right choice depends on your shelf positioning and price point; we are happy to send samples for a side-by-side cup test.
Grades & Quality Tiers
- 30–32 count/oz
- 28–30 count/oz
- Roasted & Salted
Packaging Options
- 10 kg vacuum bags
- 25 kg cartons with liner
- Retail snack packs 80g–500g
Full Product Specifications
Export & Shipping Information
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