The Global Appeal of Indian Foxnuts: A Rising Export Stard
Discover how foxnuts make their journey from traditional Indian farms to becoming a global superfood...
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Elitexus Overseas Traders Private Limited, based in New Delhi, India, is a distinguished name in the export of premium agricultural products. Our primary focus lies in delivering high-quality foxnuts (makhana), sourced directly from the finest farms across India. Renowned for their superior taste, nutritional value, and versatility, our foxnuts meet global standards and cater to diverse markets. At Elitexus, we are committed to fostering excellence by ensuring meticulous quality checks, sustainable sourcing practices, and efficient supply chain management. Our mission is to bridge the gap between Indian farmers and international markets, promoting the richness of Indian agriculture on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, we
prioritize building long-term relationships by delivering exceptional products tailored to the needs of our clients. Our dedicated team continuously strives to innovate and expand our product range, ensuring our offerings align with emerging market trends and consumer preferences. Euryale ferox, commonly known as Makhana in India while Fox nut and Lotus seed in rest of the world, is one of the species of water lily native to southern and eastern Asia. The edible seed kernels extracted from the ponds of water lily are dried, popped, roasted, processed, flavoured and are then consumed worldwide. The Mithila region of Bihar accounts for approximately 90% of the global production of Fox nut alone. The Government of India has recognized ‘Mithila Makhana’ under ODOP (One District One Product) category for Darbhanga district in Bihar giving immense boost in developing, marketing, branding, processing and increase in global supply chains and gave this edible seed a name in GI-tag (Geographical Indication tag) for its unique characteristics and origin.
We customise labelling and packaging of Fox nuts in different bag sizes depending upon the desired quantity sought by the clients. We offer packaging in PP bags, Jute bags in 8kg and 10kg quantity while pouches for 20gm, 25gm, 50gm, 100gm, 250gm, 500gm and so on. We do labelling according to the demand and need of the clients so that our products can easily be sold in international markets.
At Elitexus, we are committed to fostering excellence by ensuring meticulous quality checks, sustainable sourcing practices, and efficient supply chain management. Our mission is to bridge the gap between Indian farmers and international markets, promoting the richness of Indian agriculture on a global scale.
The core Unique Selling Propositions (USPs) of our products are –
1. To prioritise eco-friendly product in the global markets
2. Commitment to the international food safety standards
3. Socio-cultural heritage of India getting global reach
4. Customised packaging and labeling to meet the demand of diverse markets
5. Reliable logistics and timely delivery
6. Quality control and assurance
7. To boost confidence and win trust of clients across the globe.
Elitexus Overseas Traders Private Limited, based in New Delhi, India, is a distinguished name in the export of premium agricultural products. Our primary focus lies in delivering high-quality foxnuts (makhana), sourced directly from the finest farms across India. Renowned for their superior taste, nutritional value, and versatility, our foxnuts meet global standards and cater to diverse markets. At Elitexus, we are committed to fostering excellence by ensuring meticulous quality checks, sustainable sourcing practices, and efficient supply chain management. Our mission is to bridge the gap between Indian farmers and international markets, promoting the richness of Indian agriculture on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, we prioritize building long-term relationships by delivering exceptional products tailored to the needs of our clients. Our dedicated team continuously strives to innovate and expand our product range, ensuring our offerings align with emerging market trends and consumer preferences. Euryale ferox, commonly known as Makhana in India while Fox nut and Lotus seed in rest of the world, is one of the species of water lily native to southern and eastern Asia. The edible seed kernels extracted from the ponds of water lily are dried, popped, roasted, processed, flavoured and are then consumed worldwide. The Mithila region of Bihar accounts for approximately 90% of the global production of Fox nut alone. The Government of India has recognized ‘Mithila Makhana’ under ODOP (One District One Product) category for Darbhanga district in Bihar giving immense boost in developing, marketing, branding, processing and increase in global supply chains and gave this edible seed a name in GI-tag (Geographical Indication tag) for its unique characteristics and origin.
| S No. | Parameters | Raw seeds | Popped seeds | Roasted seeds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Moisture | 34.7 | 10.4 | 4.17 |
| 2. | Ash | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.66 |
| 3. | Fat | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.68 |
| 4. | Protein | 7.2 | 8.7 | 14.57 |
| 5. | Crude Fiber | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.51 |
| 6. | Carbohydrate | 57.0 | 79.8 | 79.4 |
| Size (mm) | Grades | Usage | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-12 | 3 Suta | Powder | Small |
| 12-15 | 4 Suta | Economical, widely used in flavouring | Regular |
| 15-18 | 5 Suta | Popular for regular snacking | Good |
| 18-21 | 6 Suta | Premium market grade | High |
| 21 MM | 7 Suta | Extra-large, export-ready, high-value | Premium |
| S No. | Parameters (mg/100gm) | Raw seeds | Popped seeds | Roasted seeds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Phosphorus | 66.1 | 53.2 | 56.4 |
| 2. | Potassium | 35.6 | 42.0 | 47.2 |
| 3. | Iron | 0.8 | 1.4 | 12.7 |
| 4. | Calcium | 9.5 | 18.5 | 19.2 |
| 5. | Magnesium | 11.3 | 13.9 | 26.3 |
| 6. | Sodium | 48.2 | 71.0 | 23.8 |
| 7. | Copper | 0.3 | 0.5 | - |
| 8. | Manganese | 0.9 | 1.3 | - |
| 9. | Zinc | 0.9 | 1.1 | 1.8 |
Health benefits of Fox Nuts are immense. That is why it is now being categorized as a Superfood and thus became an alternative source to various dry fruits and snacks.
- Fox nuts are good for heart health because of low cholesterol content making it best option for snacks in elderly people. It is rich in magnesium that regulates overall cardiovascular health.
- It controls diabetes as it has low glycemic index that slows down rapid spike in blood sugar levels when consumed.
- It checks obesity as it has significantly low fat content making it a good diet for weight management. It is low in calorie and high in protein and fibre giving full satisfaction of having sustained energy levels and loss in weight.
- It is rich in anti-oxidants, including flavonoids such as kaempferol, that combat oxidative stress in the body. By neutralizing free radicals, anti-oxidants in Fox nuts increase immunity and protect against illness and show anti-ageing properties such as wrinkles, fine lines, and premature graying of hair. It also reduces inflammation that checks psoriasis.
We prioritise value addition in customers' preference along with diverse taste and flavours in healthy snacking and munching and accordingly do desired packaging in 100 grams, 250 grams, 500 grams and so on. We add these flavours -
As a trusted international trade expert, Elitexusoverseas collaborates with a network of esteemed lotus seed suppliers across different countries. This enables us to ensure the highest standards of quality and variety in our product offerings, providing our customers with an unparalleled selection of lotus seeds.
Elitexus Overseas Traders Private Limited, based in New Delhi, India, is a distinguished name in the export of premium agricultural products. Our primary focus lies in delivering high-quality foxnuts (makhana), sourced directly from the finest farms across India.
The most intriguing part for which it has emerged in the global markets are the calories intake. It is becoming alternative to many dry fruits and snacks! 100 gram of raw Fox nuts have 356 calories 100 gram of roasted Fox nuts have 348 calories A cup of Fox nut has 178 calories A cup of roasted Fox nut has 216 calories
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"Elitexus Overseas has become one of our most trusted suppliers. The product quality is top-notch, pricing is fair, and they maintain full transparency throughout the process. Highly recommended for anyone looking for dependable export services.” Emily R., Melbourne City, Sydney, Australia
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"We have been importing premium fox nuts from Elitexus Overseas, and the quality has always been excellent. Their packaging is clean, delivery is on schedule, and communication is very professional. We truly appreciate their reliability and consistency.” Hiroshi K., Osaka , Tokyo, Japan .
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"We are extremely satisfied with the products supplied by Elitexus Overseas. Consistent quality, smooth documentation, and excellent customer support. They have definitely earned our trust as a long-term supplier.” Sarah L., Toronto, Canada
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Abiding with international food regulations, we ensure quality checks and adhere to safety standards during processing and packaging. We aim to minimize or eliminate potential hazards by identifying and controlling them at critical points in food production processes. We, at Elitexus, have FSSAI, FDA, ISO 22000:2018, ISO 9001:2015, GMP, HACCP, Halal – compliant licenses and certifications to ensure authenticity, value in our brand, and trust among our clients worldwide.