What It Is
Tiger nut (Cyperus esculentus) is a small, tuber-like edible nut with a sweet, nutty flavor. Despite its name, it is not a true nut but a tuber rich in fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. Tiger nut is a globally demanded superfood used in snacks, beverages, and natural health products.
Why Tiger Nut is in Demand
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Nutritional Value: Rich in dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins C & E.
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Superfood Status: Recognized as a gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free health food.
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Beverage Industry: Main ingredient for Horchata de Chufa, a popular plant-based milk alternative.
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Healthy Snacks: Consumed raw, roasted, or as flour for baking and confectionery.
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Cosmetic Use: Oil extracted from tiger nut is used in skincare and hair products.
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Rising Global Trend: Increasing demand in vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-intolerant markets.
Export Specifications
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Moisture Content: ≤ 10%
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Foreign Matter: 0% (well-cleaned and sorted)
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Forms Available:
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Fresh tiger nuts
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Dried tiger nuts (long shelf life)
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Tiger nut flour (finely milled, gluten-free)
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Sizes: Small, medium, and large graded nuts
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Packing Options:
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25–50 kg woven PP or jute bags
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1–5 kg pouches for retail distribution
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Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)
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1 Metric Ton (MT) minimum
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Export capacity of 20–25 MT per container
Shipping & Logistics
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Dried tiger nuts shipped via sea freight for bulk buyers.
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Fresh tiger nuts or flour shipped via air freight to preserve quality.
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Secure packaging ensures extended shelf life and protection against spoilage.
Why Choose Our Tiger Nut?
✔ 100% natural and free from additives
✔ Available in fresh, dried, and flour forms
✔ Suitable for health food, beverage, and cosmetic industries
✔ Carefully sorted and cleaned for international standards
✔ Bulk supply with flexible packaging options
Global Market
Tiger nuts are highly demanded in Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East, especially by:
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Health food companies & vegan product distributors
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Beverage manufacturers (Horchata makers)
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Snack processors & bakeries
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Cosmetic and natural oil industries
GRACE MOORE EXPORT LIMITED provides premium-quality tiger nuts, ensuring freshness, purity, and global compliance for both bulk and retail supply.
