Arecanut (betel nut): chali, kempu and sliced
GoodBiz Agri exports arecanut (betel nut, supari) — whole white chali, split, red kempu (api and bette grades) and sliced — from Shivamogga and Dakshina Kannada in Karnataka and Kasaragod in Kerala, shipped from New Mangalore and Chennai.
Quick facts
- Sourced from
- Karnataka, Kerala
- Loading ports
- New Mangalore Port, Chennai Port
- Shelf life
- 12 months
Varieties
Whole white (chali)
Sun-dried whole nuts with a white interior.
Region: Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka · Market: Puttur (CAMPCO) market
| Moisture | ≤ 7% |
|---|---|
| Damaged / discoloured | ≤ 3% |
| Colour / type | White interior, sun-dried |
Packing: 70 kg jute bags
Split arecanut
Halved nuts for processors.
Region: Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka · Market: Puttur (CAMPCO) market
| Moisture | ≤ 7% |
|---|---|
| Size | Halves |
Packing: 50 kg PP bags
Red (kempu) — api and bette
Boiled and dried red-brown grades from Shivamogga.
Region: Shivamogga, Karnataka · Market: Shivamogga APMC
| Moisture | ≤ 8% |
|---|---|
| Colour / type | Boiled, red-brown (Api / Bette grades) |
Packing: 50 kg PP bags
Sliced arecanut
Uniform slices for direct consumption markets.
Region: Shivamogga, Karnataka · Market: Shivamogga APMC
| Moisture | ≤ 8% |
|---|---|
| Size | Uniform slices |
Packing: 25 kg PP bags
Where it comes from
Shivamogga, Dakshina Kannada and Kasaragod
Karnataka produces most of India's arecanut. Coastal Dakshina Kannada and Kasaragod are known for sun-dried white chali, traded through Puttur's cooperative market, while Shivamogga's Malnad region specialises in boiled red grades.
- Shivamogga APMC
- Puttur (CAMPCO) market
- Kasaragod traders
Quality and documents
Every lot is cleaned, sorted and tested for moisture, aflatoxin and pesticide residue. Third-party inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas or your nominee) on request.
Documents with each shipment
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Fumigation certificate
- FSSAI licence
- APEDA / Spices Board registration
- Certificate of analysis
Packing and shipping
- Packing
- 50 kg / 70 kg PP or jute bags
- 20 ft container
- 17–18 MT (whole)
- 40 ft container
- 26 MT
- Incoterms
- FOB · CFR · CIF
Questions about Arecanut
What is the difference between chali and kempu?
Chali is ripe arecanut sun-dried in the husk in coastal Karnataka and stays white; kempu is tender nut that is de-husked, boiled and dried, which turns it red.
Which ports do you ship arecanut from?
GoodBiz Agri ships arecanut (betel nut) from New Mangalore and Chennai on FOB, CFR or CIF terms.
What payment terms do you accept?
Irrevocable letter of credit at sight, or advance payment against documents for established buyers.
Can I get samples before ordering?
Yes. We send pre-shipment samples by courier; the courier cost is adjusted against your first order.
How long from order to shipment?
Usually 2–4 weeks after confirmation, depending on product, packing and vessel availability.
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