Extra Light colour Half Kernels

1. Product Characteristics

Light White·Half-Kernel is a premium grade of walnut kernel, obtained by cracking shelled walnuts and then finely grading the kernels. "Light White" refers to the colour grade, indicating kernels that are light yellow or creamy white in appearance – bright and pure, belonging to the light-coloured series in commercial grading. "Half-Kernel" refers to the form grade, indicating kernels that maintain a complete half-kernel shape, commonly known as "first grade" – the most commercially valuable form of walnut kernel.

Light White·Half-Kernel features a uniform light yellow colour, plump and complete kernels, free from impurities and with good dryness. The kernels are crisp and fragrant, retaining the natural flavour of walnuts with no bitterness or astringency. Products of this grade have a complete form and attractive appearance, making them suitable for applications where raw material appearance is important.

Specifications

3. Uses

With its pure colour and complete form, Light White·Half-Kernel is suitable for applications where raw material appearance is important.

Baking and Pastry: The complete half-kernel form is ideal for surface decoration on pastries such as walnut bread, walnut cakes, and mooncakes, enhancing the product's visual appeal. It can also be used in baked goods like walnut cookies, releasing full aroma after baking.

Confectionery: Suitable for products such as nougat, walnut candy, and chocolate confections. The half-kernel form remains visible in the finished product, adding visual appeal and textural contrast.

Food Service: Can be used as a topping or garnish for salads, yogurt, and ice cream, or for making walnut milk and other beverages.

Gift Channel: With its complete form and pure colour, Light White·Half-Kernel is suitable as a raw material for premium gift boxes.

4. Usage Scenarios

Light White·Half-Kernel, with its complete form and pure colour, is suitable for a variety of scenarios where raw material appearance is important.

Bakeries: As a decorative topping and filling ingredient, the complete half-kernel form can be used directly for surface decoration or crushed for fillings. The uniform light yellow colour holds up well after baking.

Confectionery Manufacturers: Used in products like nougat and walnut candy, where the half-kernel form remains visible, enhancing product quality and perceived value.

Upscale Restaurants and Dessert Shops: Can be used as a topping for salads, ice cream, and yogurt, or for making walnut beverages. The half-kernel form is suitable for elegant plating.

Retail and Gift Channels: With its good appearance and pure colour, Light White·Half-Kernel can be packaged as a standalone retail product or used in premium gift boxes.

5. Material (Origin & Raw Material)

Light White·Half-Kernel is produced in Aksu, Xinjiang, using high-quality varieties such as the 185 paper-shell walnut. Aksu is located in the premium nut-growing belt at 41°N latitude, with ample annual sunshine, large day-night temperature differences, irrigation from Tianshan snowmelt, and sandy loam soil – conditions that produce plump, pure-coloured, and flavourful kernels.

The kernels are extracted using the dry-cracking method – walnuts are fully air-dried to reduce moisture content before cracking. This method produces kernels that are light yellow, bright, crisp, and glossy – commonly known as "sun-dried" – and is considered a superior extraction method.

6. Production Process

After walnuts are fully air-dried, the dry-cracking method is used to crack the shells and extract the kernels while maintaining their complete form. After extraction, colour grading (Light White, Plain White, Amber, etc.) and form grading (Half-Kernel, Quarter-Kernel, Broken, etc.) are carried out. Kernels that meet the Light White colour standard and Half-Kernel form standard are selected and classified under the Light White·Half-Kernel specification.

Standardised quality control is applied throughout the process, with strict colour and size grading to remove defective kernels and impurities. Finished products are inspected and packed into cartons, with standard net weight per carton, suitable for long-term storage and export shipping.

7. Quality Control

Raw material sourcing: High-quality walnuts from Aksu, Xinjiang.

Dry-cracking process: Walnuts fully air-dried before cracking to preserve pure colour.

Colour grading: Strict selection according to Light White colour standards; off-colour kernels removed.

Form grading: Complete half-kernels selected; broken and incomplete kernels removed.

Final inspection: Colour, form, impurities, and defective kernels checked.

Export compliance: Commodity inspection services available to support export orders.

8. Packaging & Shipping

Packaging: Standard export packaging is 25kg woven polypropylene bags with inner moisture-proof liners to ensure protection against moisture and compression during transit. Customized packaging is also available upon request, including small retail packs, supermarket-ready units, and premium gift boxes.

Shipping: We support sea freight, air freight, and rail transport, with delivery to major domestic ports and overseas destinations. All orders are shipped directly from the origin, with full traceability throughout the logistics chain to guarantee safe and on time delivery.

9. Delivery & Samples

Sample Service: Free samples are available and can be sent to your designated address. You are welcome to conduct your own quality checks before placing an order.

Lead Time: Orders are normally dispatched within 3–5 working days after confirmation. For large-volume orders, shipping schedules can be negotiated. We also support LCL consolidation to accommodate mixed orders and flexible purchasing needs.

MOQ: Our MOQ is flexible,we accept both small trial orders and bulk custom orders.

10. After Sales Service

End to end follow up: A dedicated representative will track your order from placement to delivery, providing real‑time updates on shipping status.

Quality guarantee: If any quality issues are confirmed upon verification, we will negotiate a return or replacement.

After-sales response: Dedicated after-sales support with response within 24 hours of feedback.

Long term partnership: For regular clients, we prioritise stock allocation during peak seasons to ensure stable supply.

11. Certifications & Compliance

Compliant with GB/T 20398‑2006 Grade A standard for walnuts.

Qualified for export commodity inspection, with full support for customs declaration and clearance.

Sourced from green planting bases in Aksu, Xinjiang, with full traceability.

Our processing facility has years of export experience, serving markets including Germany, the UK, Canada, Australia, and more.

Upon request, we can provide Certificates of Origin, quality inspection reports, health certificates, and other required documentation.

12. Exhibitions

13. FAQ

Q1: What’s the difference between 185 paper shell walnuts and regular walnuts?

A: The shell is only 0.6–0.8mm thick you can crack it open with your fingers. Kernel yield is 60%–77.8%, much higher than ordinary walnuts.

Q2: What’s the difference between washed and unwashed 185 walnuts?

A: Washed walnuts have a cleaner, brighter appearance, ideal for retail shelves. Unwashed walnuts retain a more natural colour and are often preferred for further processing. Both have the same internal quality choose according to your needs.

Q3: What is the minimum order quantity?

A: We are flexible the MOQ can be negotiated, with a baseline of 1 tonne.

Q4: Do you offer custom packaging and OEM services?

A: Yes. We can tailor packaging formats, sizes, and even brand labels to your specifications just let us know your requirements.

Q5: What is the shelf life?

A: 12 months when stored in a cool, dry, and well‑ventilated place.

Q6: Can I get a sample?

A: Yes, samples are provided free of charge; you only need to cover the shipping cost.