Best Walnuts (Akhrot) Wholesaler in India
Walnuts split into two very different products: inshell (sabut akhrot) sold whole in shell, and kernels (giri) — the extracted meat, graded by colour from premium light halves to budget amber pieces. The best walnut wholesaler prices both, states origin (Kashmiri vs Chilean vs American), and grades giri by colour honestly. Chau Foods supplies both, FSSAI certified with GST invoicing.
FSSAI Certified
Lic. 13321008000704
Pan-India Dispatch
Delhivery · BlueDart
Direct Mandi Price
Khari Baoli sourced
MOQ 20 kg
GST invoice on all orders
Walnut Grades & Wholesale Prices
Kernel (giri) colour is the key price driver — lighter = pricier. Inshell is cheaper per kg but yields ~45% kernel. Origin (Kashmiri/Chilean/American) also affects rate.
| Grade / Variety | Specification | Wholesale Price |
|---|---|---|
| Inshell (Sabut Akhrot) | Whole walnut in shell | ₹550–850/kg |
| Giri — Light Halves | Pale, intact half kernels | ₹1,150–1,450/kg |
| Giri — Light Quarters | Pale broken pieces | ₹950–1,150/kg |
| Giri — Amber/Pieces | Darker, broken kernels | ₹800–980/kg |
| Kashmiri Inshell (premium) | Thin-shell, high-yield | ₹800–1,100/kg |
Indicative Delhi wholesale ranges (Aug 2026). Actual rate depends on quantity, grade and season — request a live quote.
How to Choose the Best Walnuts Supplier
Inshell vs giri economics
Inshell looks cheap per kg but yields only ~45–50% kernel. For kernel use, giri is more economical despite the higher sticker price. Match the format to your end use.
Giri colour grading
Light halves are the premium grade; amber and pieces are cheaper. A fair wholesaler grades by colour (light/amber) and shape (halves/quarters/pieces) — not just "giri".
Rancidity risk
Walnut kernels have high oil and go rancid fastest of all nuts. Buy recent lots, store cool/sealed, and never accept stock that smells paint-like or bitter.
Origin transparency
Kashmiri, Chilean and American walnuts differ in shell thickness, kernel colour and price. Ask origin — genuine Kashmiri thin-shell commands a premium.
Why Chau Foods for Walnuts Wholesale
- Both inshell (sabut) and giri kernels stocked
- Giri graded by colour: light halves, quarters, amber
- Kashmiri and imported origins — stated upfront
- Recent-lot stock — low rancidity risk
- FSSAI certified (Lic. 13321008000704) + GST invoice
- Pan-India dispatch, MOQ 20 kg, samples available
Get today's walnuts wholesale rate
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Walnuts Wholesale FAQs
What is the wholesale price of walnuts in India?+
In 2026, inshell walnut (sabut akhrot) wholesale is ₹550–850/kg and premium Kashmiri inshell ₹800–1,100/kg. Walnut kernels (giri) run ₹800–980/kg for amber/pieces, ₹950–1,150 for light quarters and ₹1,150–1,450 for premium light halves. Request a live quote.
Should I buy inshell walnuts or kernels (giri)?+
Inshell is cheaper per kg but yields only ~45–50% kernel, so for any kernel use giri is more economical. Buy inshell for winter whole-nut retail, festival gifting and where the crack-your-own appeal sells.
What does light vs amber giri mean?+
It’s kernel colour. Light (pale) halves are the premium grade — best appearance for trays and baking. Amber (darker) kernels and pieces are cheaper and ideal for mithai and cooking. Colour, not size, drives the price.
What is the minimum walnut wholesale order?+
Chau Foods supplies walnuts from a 20 kg minimum, in both inshell and giri, with volume discounts above 100 kg and pan-India dispatch. Samples available first.
How do you keep walnut kernels fresh?+
Walnut giri is the most rancidity-prone nut, so we stock recent lots and dispatch quickly. Store sealed in a cool place; refrigerate for long holding. We never sell stock that smells oily or bitter.