Iranian Pistachios Classes
Depending on the ratio of defective pistachios in 100 grams of pistachios, they are categorized as Extra Class, A+ Class, and A-Class. In order to help the customers choose their category, we have provided a visual guide and the defined terms to familiarize you with the common defects in pistachios.
In order to follow variations incidents, proper grading, and handling, the tolerances in this table are provided.
Iranian Pistachios Sizes
What is Pistachio ounce?
Ounce is the international agreed measure for pistachio trade. Variety and pistachio ounce are two main factors affecting pistachio sales. In order to measure the ounce of pistachio, the number of nuts per 142 grams is divided by five and the result shows the pistachio ounce or the number of nuts in one ounce(28.35 gr) can be counted. The lower the result, the bigger are the nuts. It must be noted that the Medium size of Fandoghi pistachio is the largest in its class.
• Ounce between 20~22: Extra large
• Ounce between 22~24: Large
• Ounce between 24~26: Medium
• Ounce upper 26: Small
Pistachios Types
Akbari
Akbari Pistachio also known internationally as Super Long Pistachio, is really popular because of its elegant look and amazing taste. Akbari pistachio kernel is pale red. Akbari pistachio is smiling down on both sides.
Sizes
18-20 / 20-22 / 22-24 / 24-26 / 26 – 28
Ahmad Aghaei
Like Akbari Pistachios, Ahmad Aghai Pistachios are also known internationally as Super Long Pistachio and have great taste and elegant flavor. Ahmad Aghaei pistachio kernel is reddish in color.
Sizes
22 – 24 / 24 – 26 / 26 – 28 / 30 – 32
Kalleh Ghouchi
Kalleh-Ghouchi Pistachios are also one of the popular Iranian pistachio types because they are larger and longer compared to the other types. The kernels are also bigger. The color of Kalle-Ghochi Kernels is rather greenish.
Sizes
18 – 20 / 20 – 22 / 22 – 24 / 24 – 26 / 26 – 28
Fandoghi
Round pistachios are the most economic of pistachio types for wholesale and retail buyers. They have the smallest size among other Iranian pistachios. The color of the kernel is more pale-red.
Sizes
28-30 / 30 – 32 / 32 – 34
It must be noted that the medium size of Fandoghi pistachios is the largest in its class.
Kernels
Pistachio Kernel is the first product in the processing of pistachios. It has a wide range of use in pastry, cooking, and serving as raw, salted, and roasted.
They are also offered in normal and peeled forms depending on the customers’ needs and tastes.