Chana Dal

About Chana Dal

Chana dal specifications focus on purity, low moisture content (max 12%), minimal foreign matter (including organic and inorganic), absence of damaged or discolored grains, and no toxic seeds or rodent contamination. Key characteristics include being sweet, clean, uniform in size and color, and conforming to regulatory standards like those set by FSSAI.

Essential Parameters (for Dal Chana) 

Moisture Content: Shall not exceed 12.0%.

Foreign Matter:

Organic: Not more than 0.5%.

Inorganic: Not more than 0.1%.

Admixture: Not more than 1% (including other food grains, split and whole grains).

Damaged and Discolored: Not more than 1.0% grains.

Weevilled Grains: Not more than 1.0% (including egg-spotted grains).

Total Sound Grains: Shall be not less than 96.4%.

Harmful Seeds (Khesari, Akra): Nil.

Rodent Hair and Excreta: Nil.

Other Key Characteristics 

Purity: Should be high, often specified as 95-99% or more, ensuring it is free from impurities and admixture.

Physical Characteristics: The dal should be wholesome, clean, sweet, and of a uniform size, shape, and color.

Health-Related Parameters:

Insect Infestation: Must be free from living or dead insects and visible mold.

Toxic Seeds: Free from harmful seeds like Khesari, Dhatura, Argemone mexicana, etc.

Uric Acid: Shall not exceed 100 mg/kg.

Aflatoxin: Shall not exceed 30 micrograms/kg.