About Kashif - Food Products Supplier in United Arab Emirates

Kashif is based in the United Arab Emirates and currently lists 22 active products spanning food and agricultural categories. The catalogue includes pink salt, dried dates (chuhara), green grams (mung beans) classified under HS chapter 07, red lentils, pigeon peas, white and yellow corn, fresh export‑grade vegetables, lemons, oranges, high‑quality clay and loam soils, goat meat and dairy products, fresh and processed cassava, Hass and Fuerte avocados under HS chapter 08, fresh and processed potatoes, raw and processed organic honey, a full line of nuts and seeds such as peanuts, cashews, macadamia, sesame and sunflower, and sunflower oil. Each entry is identified by its product name; only the mung beans and avocados carry explicit HS codes (0713.31 and 0804.40 respectively).

Kashif’s product list also details processing forms: raw, roasted, or butter‑type peanuts, raw and roasted cashews, raw and processed macadamia nuts, and both white and black sesame seeds. The supplier includes both fresh fruit (lemons, oranges, avocados) and processed commodities (sunflower oil, honey) as well as agricultural inputs like clay and loam soils. The mix reflects a broad food‑supply portfolio that can serve bulk buyers across multiple commodity groups.

Product Range and Specialties of Kashif

The catalogue covers staple legumes (mung beans, red lentils, pigeon peas) that are typically graded by size (5‑7 mm for mung beans), moisture content below 12 %, and freedom from foreign matter. In the nuts segment, avocados, peanuts, cashews, macadamia, sesame and sunflower seeds are usually supplied in food‑grade bulk bags or 20‑ft containers, with specifications such as oil content for peanuts (≈45 %), moisture <5 % for cashews, and shell‑free seed count for sesame. Pink salt is generally marketed as food‑grade NaCl with purity above 98 % and moisture under 0.5 %. Fresh vegetables and citrus are shipped with standard pack counts, temperature‑controlled containers, and compliance with maximum residue limits for pesticides.

Trade and Export Information - Kashif

The United Arab Emirates functions as a regional re‑export hub, and its food exporters commonly ship to the Gulf Cooperation Council, East Africa, South‑East Asia, and European Union markets. Legumes classified under HS 0713 (e.g., mung beans) and fresh fruit under HS 0804 (e.g., Hass and Fuerte avocados) are subject to phytosanitary certificates and often require HACCP or ISO 22000 food‑safety certifications for EU and GCC entry. Nuts and seeds (HS 1202, 2005) typically need a certificate of origin, a pesticide residue analysis, and where applicable a halal certification. Bulk commodities such as sunflower oil (HS 2103) and corn (HS 1005) are usually packed in food‑grade drums or bulk bags and shipped on 20‑ft or 40‑ft containers under Incoterms FOB Dubai or CIF to the destination port.

Sourcing from Kashif - Buyer Guidance

Buyers should request a detailed product specification sheet that includes moisture level, size grade, purity or oil content, and any pesticide‑residue test results. For legumes, nuts and seeds, a recent lab analysis confirming compliance with Codex Alimentarius limits and a phytosanitary certificate are standard prerequisites. When ordering fresh produce such as avocados, lemons or oranges, buyers normally ask for a packing list, cold‑chain handling plan, and a certificate of origin; requesting a sample batch before the full order helps verify taste, texture and compliance with grade specifications.

What product categories does Kashif offer?

Kashif lists foods and agricultural inputs including pink salt, dried dates, green grams (mung beans), red lentils, pigeon peas, white and yellow corn, fresh vegetables, lemons, oranges, clay and loam soils, goat meat and dairy, cassava, Hass and Fuerte avocados, potatoes, organic honey, peanuts, cashews, macadamia nuts, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and sunflower oil.

How can I request a sample of the dried dates or mung beans?

Contact the supplier through the platform’s messaging system, specify the product (e.g., "Dried dates - chuhara" or "Green grams - mung beans"), the desired sample quantity (typically 1‑2 kg), and request a lab test report for moisture and pesticide residues. Samples are usually dispatched in insulated packaging within 7‑10 business days.

Which certifications should I ask for when importing nuts and seeds from Kashif?

Typical certifications include ISO 22000 or HACCP for food safety, a phytosanitary certificate for plant‑origin products, and, where required by the destination market, a halal or organic certificate. The supplier can provide copies of these documents upon request.

What are the HS codes for Kashif’s avocado and mung bean shipments?

Avocado shipments are classified under HS code 0804.40, which covers fresh Hass and Fuerte varieties. Green grams (mung beans) are listed under HS code 0713.31, a sub‑heading for dried leguminous vegetables.

What packaging formats are used for bulk shipments of sunflower oil or corn?

Sunflower oil is commonly packed in food‑grade steel drums (200 L) or bulk containers, while white and yellow corn is shipped in 20‑ft or 40‑ft containers using polypropylene bulk bags (typically 1 ton per bag). Both are loaded under standard FOB terms.

What are the usual minimum order quantities for the different product groups?

Bulk legumes such as mung beans or lentils often have a MOQ of 5 metric tons, nuts and seeds start at 2 metric tons, fresh fruits like avocados or lemons usually require a minimum of 500 kg, and specialty items such as pink salt or honey may be ordered in 1‑ton increments.

Which markets commonly import the types of products Kashif supplies?

Exporters of UAE‑origin legumes, nuts, oils and fresh produce typically serve buyers in the GCC, East African countries (Kenya, Tanzania), South‑East Asian markets (India, Bangladesh), and the European Union. Demand is driven by food‑processing industries, retail chains and bulk commodity traders.