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Brazil Nut
Aldebaran proudly offers Brazil nuts, an exotic and nutritious addition to our premium nut portfolio. Known for their rich, creamy texture and high selenium content, Brazil nuts are both a gourmet delicacy and a superfood. Whether used as a healthy snack, in nut mixes, or as an ingredient in plant-based products, our Brazil nuts meet the highest standards in quality and sustainability.
Origins
Our Brazil nuts are sourced directly from the Amazon rainforest regions of Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil, where they are harvested wild from the Bertholletia excelsa tree. These nuts are not cultivated on plantations but collected by hand from the forest floor, making them one of the few truly wild-harvested commercial nuts in the world. This unique origin contributes not only to their ecological value but also to the livelihoods of local communities.
Variaties & Counts
We offer Brazil nuts in various sizes and cuts to suit your needs:
- Whole nuts: Premium, Standard, and Medium grades
- Halves or pieces: Ideal for processing or inclusion in mixes
- Chopped or diced: For bakery and ingredient applications
Available in both raw (natural) and blanched forms, depending on your production requirements.
Markets
Brazil nuts serve a variety of sectors:
- Edible market: Used in snacking, granola mixes, bakery, and plant-based spreads.
- Organic market: Certified organic Brazil nuts are available from select collectors.
- Nutraceutical market: Valued for their exceptionally high selenium content, Brazil nuts are often used in health-focused products.
Please note: Brazil nuts are not suitable for the pet food industry due to their high fat content and wild origin.
Packaging
To ensure freshness and ease of handling, we offer a range of packaging options:
- Vacuum-packed bags for maximum shelf life
- Cartons (e.g. 20kg)
- Big bags / Bulk packaging
- Palletised loads
Private label or customer-specific packaging requirements can be discussed upon request.
Processed
Brazil nuts can be supplied in the following forms:
- Raw (natural)
- Blanched
- Roasted
- Chopped or sliced
- Oil-pressed or ground
All processing is done under strict food safety controls, with traceability back to the forest region of origin.
Quality
At Aldebaran, we place a strong emphasis on quality and food safety. Our Brazil nuts undergo rigorous checks for shell residue, moisture, aflatoxin, and foreign materials. We work exclusively with certified collectors and processors who comply with international standards such as BRC, IFS, and organic certification bodies. Sustainability and social responsibility are key values in our sourcing strategy.
Contact
Interested in sourcing high-quality Brazil nuts for your product line?
📧 Contact our sales team (trade@aldebaran.nl) for current availability, samples, and tailored offers. Aldebaran is your reliable partner for wild-harvested, sustainably sourced nuts from the heart of the Amazon.
