We supply food-grade whole pumpkin seeds with multiple grading standards. Different seed sizes and kernel styles can be adjusted to match requirements for snack production, bakery formulation and food ingredient blending. Each batch is inspected and tested by third-party independent laboratories to meet international food safety and clean-label standards.

• Latin Name: Semen Cucurbitae
  

• Botanical Source: Mature seeds of Cucurbita moschata

• Processing Technology: Seed separation, washing, low-temperature drying, size grading, impurity sorting, manual inspection

• Appearance: Whole intact pumpkin seeds, clean surface, natural pale green or off-white colour, no mildew, no rancid smell

• Natural Components: Contains plant protein, dietary fibre, fatty acids and natural mineral elements naturally present in pumpkin seeds

• Available Types: In-shell pumpkin seeds, shelled pumpkin seed kernels; multiple size grades available

• Handling Feature: Good texture, suitable for direct packing, roasting, mixing into food formulations

• Key Features: Whole intact seeds, low foreign matter content, stable batch sensory quality, natural nut flavour, clean formulation

• Available Certifications: ISO22000, Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO, Vegan compliant

• Shelf Life: 12 months under sealed, cool, dry and dark storage conditions

Raw Material Natural Characteristics

Pumpkin seeds are a popular edible seed from cucurbit plants, carrying a range of natural substances that naturally form within the seeds during growth. Our whole pumpkin seeds are harvested at proper ripeness, then gently dried and sorted to retain the natural seed structure and original nutty taste. With stable physical properties and flexible application options, this ingredient fits the global market trend for natural, plant-based and clean-label food raw materials.

• Natural Seed Source: Harvested from mature pumpkins, sourced from stable planting areas, without mixing with other seed varieties.

• Mild Drying Process: Low-temperature drying treatment reduces moisture while limiting heat impact, helping maintain the natural flavour and texture of pumpkin seeds.

• Consistent Grading Standard: Unified sorting and size classification ensure similar seed size and appearance between batches, convenient for end product formulation and packaging design.

• Wide Application Flexibility: Whole seeds or kernels can be used separately, compatible with many solid food systems for different production needs.

Disclaimer: This product is food-grade natural edible seed raw material only, for food formulation and processing. All descriptions refer only to natural material properties and application features. No medical judgement, treatment or health-related claims are made.

Application Fields

Thanks to their natural seed form, mild nutty taste and stable batch quality, pumpkin seeds are widely used in global snack, bakery and food manufacturing industries:

• Ready-to-Eat Snacks: Roasted nut snack raw materials, mixed nut blends, standalone packed seed snacks

• Bakery & Confectionery: Toppings for bread, cookies, granola bars, cereal and energy bar formulations

• Cereal & Breakfast Blends: Muesli, breakfast cereal mixes, plant-based grain blend ingredients

• Food Ingredient Compounding: Mixed food formulations, plant-based food raw materials, clean label food production

• Retail Packing: Bulk raw material for private label retail packaging of edible seeds

Our Supplier Advantages

We operate standardized pumpkin seed sorting and drying lines. Stable raw material sourcing and complete batch inspection systems help maintain consistent seed appearance, low impurity levels and fresh nutty flavour for bulk export orders.

• Careful Raw Material Selection: Harvest seeds at full maturity, remove immature, broken and discoloured seeds and foreign impurities to secure quality from the source.

• Controlled Low-Temp Drying: Adjust drying parameters carefully to reduce moisture content without heavy heat treatment, protecting natural seed flavour and texture.

• Multi-stage Sorting & Inspection: Combine machine grading and manual picking to cut foreign matter and broken kernels, improving uniformity of finished seeds.

• Full Batch Quality Control: Each batch is tested for moisture, appearance, microbial and heavy metal indicators before shipment, meeting international food export standards.

• Custom Service Available: Support selection of seed type, size grading and packaging options. We can provide COA, MSDS and other export documents.

Packaging & Storage Guidelines

• Standard Export Packaging: 25kg food-grade polypropylene woven bag with inner plastic liner; small trial packs available upon request

• Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, dark and ventilated warehouse. Keep away from high temperature, humid air and direct sunlight.

• Storage Reminder: Pumpkin seeds contain natural seed oils and are sensitive to moisture, heat and oxygen. Seal tightly after opening to avoid rancidity, moisture absorption and flavour change.

FAQ

Q1: What types of pumpkin seeds can you supply?

A1: We supply in-shell pumpkin seeds and shelled pumpkin seed kernels. Multiple size grades are available for different market demands.

Q2: Are there any additives added to your pumpkin seeds?

A2: Our bulk raw pumpkin seeds go through physical processing only. No added sugar, artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, suitable for clean label and vegan food production.

Q3: What about sample service, MOQ and lead time?

A3: Samples are available for quality and formulation testing. Regular grades are in stock for prompt shipment. Custom requirements can be discussed separately.