Cocoa Shell

Product Specifications – Cocoa Pod Husk

Product Name: Cocoa Pod Husk (also called Cocoa Shell, Cocoa Bean Husk)

Type: Sun-Dried Cocoa Pod Husk – Non-Food Grade (or Food-Grade, if intended for consumption)

Origin: Nigeria

Processing Method:

Cocoa pods harvested from mature cocoa trees

Beans removed and husks separated

Husks sun-dried to required moisture level

Cleaned and bagged for shipment

Physical Appearance: Thin, brittle outer shell of the cocoa bean, light to dark brown color, mild cocoa aroma

Moisture Content: ≤ 12%

Foreign Matter: ≤ 1%

Particle Size: Whole husks or crushed (as specified by buyer)

Purity: ≥ 98% husk by weight

Odor: Natural cocoa aroma, free from moldy or off odors

Intended Uses:

Animal feed ingredient (rich in fiber and polyphenols)

Organic fertilizer or soil conditioner

Mulching material

Biomass fuel for energy production

Tea blends and extracts (food-grade husks only)

Nutritional Content (approximate, dry basis):

Fiber: 50–60%

Protein: 6–8%

Fat: 2–5%

Ash: 6–8%

Packaging:

25 kg, 40 kg, or 50 kg polypropylene or jute bags (as requested)

Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and moisture

Shelf Life: Up to 12 months under proper storage conditions

Loading Port: Tin Can Island Port, Lagos, Nigeria

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 50 MT

Quality Assurance: Product is inspected and certified before shipment by SGS or equivalent agency