What is the identity of chickpeas?

Chickpeas are dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, commonly known as garbanzo beans.

What grades or specifications are used for dried chickpeas?

Dried chickpeas are classified by type such as Kabuli, Desi, split (chana dal), and may be described as shelled, skinned, or split.

Chickpeas

Chickpeas are dried, shelled legumes classified under HS 071320. They are cultivated in rotation and harvested at low moisture before cleaning and storage.

Prices, specifications and international trade for chickpeas under HS 071320.

Chickpeas Price

$552USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Chickpeas Historical Unit Values

Chickpeas is quoted in USD/t at AUS. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Chickpeas Exports and Imports

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Australia led reported chickpeas exports in 2025, at $970M.

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Chickpeas Specifications and Quality

Chickpeas grading factors include Whole vs split, Variety type, and Moisture content.

Grading Factors

Quality assessment for chickpeas considers Whole vs split, Variety type, and Moisture content.

Whole vs split
Buyers differentiate between whole dried chickpeas and split (chana dal) forms.
Variety type
Distinguish Kabuli (large, light‑coloured) from Desi (smaller, darker) varieties.
Moisture content
Dried chickpeas must have low moisture to prevent mold and spoilage.

Typical Specification Ranges

Chickpeas specifications record moisture limit, size range. These are typical ranges, not guarantees for an individual lot.

Moisture limit	up to 12 %
Size range	5.00–12 mm

Common Defects

Recorded defects for chickpeas include Foreign matter and Discolouration.

Foreign matter
Presence of stones, husk fragments, or other seeds is a rejectable defect.
Discolouration
Excessive darkening or uneven colour indicates poor quality or overripeness.

Certifications

Certifications documented for chickpeas include ISO 22000 and Organic certification. Their applicability depends on the individual product and shipment.

ISO 22000
Food safety management system certification often required for chickpea exporters.
Organic certification
Organic‑grown chickpeas may carry certified organic labels for niche markets.

Chickpeas Facts and HS Code

Chickpeas belongs to pulses within grains, oilseeds, oils and feed. Its customs classification covers HS 071320.

Chickpeas HS Code

Also known as	Chickpeas, desi
Product type	Raw
Form	Dried
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Pulses — Grains, oilseeds, oils and feed
HS codes	071320
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	AUS

Production & Handling

Chickpeas storage guidance: Clean, dry, well‑ventilated warehouses separate from other products

Production and Storage

Storage conditions	Clean, dry, well‑ventilated warehouses separate from other products
Processing steps	Harvesting when moisture is below 3% Pre‑cleaning to remove impurities above 6% and moisture above 14% Anti‑weevil treatment applied for 10 days post‑harvest Storage in clean, dry, ventilated warehouses separate from other products Entry quality check (size, impurity percentage, firmness, smoothness) Cleaning and foreign‑material removal with closed‑sieving and airflow Weevil treatment within the first 30 days if not treated in warehouse Sieving and sizing using round‑holed sieves

Storage conditions

Clean, dry, well‑ventilated warehouses separate from other products

Processing steps

Harvesting when moisture is below 3%
Pre‑cleaning to remove impurities above 6% and moisture above 14%
Anti‑weevil treatment applied for 10 days post‑harvest
Storage in clean, dry, ventilated warehouses separate from other products
Entry quality check (size, impurity percentage, firmness, smoothness)
Cleaning and foreign‑material removal with closed‑sieving and airflow
Weevil treatment within the first 30 days if not treated in warehouse
Sieving and sizing using round‑holed sieves

Packaging

Typical chickpeas packaging includes Bulk bags and Paper sacks.

Bulk bags
Large quantities are packed in woven polypropylene bags (e.g., 1 ton capacity).
Paper sacks
Smaller shipments use paper sacks with inner liners for moisture protection.

Uses & Risks

Chickpeas uses, related products and documented risks.

Uses and Related Commodities

Leading origins	Australia, Canada, Ethiopia, India, Mexico, Myanmar, Pakistan, Russia, Türkiye, United States

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Tariff rate changes PolicyMedium MFN duty rate and special tariff program eligibility can be altered, impacting cost and market access.	Policy	Medium	Monitor official tariff schedules and trade agreements before shipment.

Chickpeas Questions

What is the identity of chickpeas?: Chickpeas are dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, commonly known as garbanzo beans.
What grades or specifications are used for dried chickpeas?: Dried chickpeas are classified by type such as Kabuli, Desi, split (chana dal), and may be described as shelled, skinned, or split.