Agricultural Products
Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are obtained from the sesame plant and are considered one of the oldest oilseed crops in the world. Originally native to India and parts of Africa, they are now widely cultivated in many other countries. Sesame seeds are highly nutritious; just 100 grams of seeds provide around 573 kcal of energy.
In the Iranian market, sesame is available both hulled and unhulled, and each type is used in different industries. At present, the highest consumption is in the form of roasted sesame, followed by its use in bread, confectionery, and bakery products.
Pakistan, alongside India, is one of the largest producers of sesame with very good quality. Our company has been importing high-quality sesame seeds from Pakistan for several years.
Pulses / Legumes
The protein found in different types of pulses is very beneficial for healthy skin and hair. In addition to the specific benefits of plant protein, pulses contain essential amino acids that help strengthen the body’s immune system and improve the absorption of vitamins.
Pulses are also an excellent source of fibre. Fibre promotes a feeling of fullness and can help you continue your daily activities for hours without feeling hungry. The various fibres found in pulses are especially useful for people who are trying to lose weight or who suffer from constipation, as they absorb water, increase stool volume, and regulate bowel movements. In this way they support a healthier digestive system and help nutrients be absorbed in a more balanced and natural way. For this reason, it is recommended to include pulses in daily meals in different forms.
Kherad Gostaran Trading imports a wide range of popular pulses such as cowpeas, beans, chickpeas and others from several countries, including Tajikistan, Russia, Canada and more, and supplies them to the domestic market.
Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower seeds are the edible seeds of the sunflower plant. They are widely consumed as a snack, used in mixed nuts, and added to various foods. Sunflower kernels are considered “warm and dry” in traditional Iranian medicine and are rich in nutrients and vitamins that support overall health. Sunflower seeds are an important agricultural product cultivated in many regions.
Both the oil extracted from the seeds and the kernels themselves are used for human consumption and as a nutrient for poultry and livestock. Thanks to their pleasant taste, sunflower seeds can be eaten raw or roasted and contain a relatively high amount of healthy fats.
According to recent reports by international agricultural organisations, countries such as Russia are among the leading producers of sunflower seeds in the world. Kherad Gostaran imports premium-quality sunflower kernels in bulk from these major producers and offers them to customers in the domestic market.
Chemical Products
Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)
Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) is a versatile compound with a wide range of applications across different industries. One of its main uses is in the food industry, where it acts as a thickening and stabilising agent in liquid products such as ice cream, sauces and dairy drinks. By absorbing water and forming a hydrocolloid, CMC improves texture, mouthfeel and shelf life.
CMC is also used in pharmaceuticals, textile printing and dyeing, oil-drilling fluids, detergents and a variety of cleaning products.
On the global market, China is one of the key producers of CMC. Kherad Gostaran imports this product in bulk from reputable manufacturers such as Shandong Yulong in China, known as one of the leading CMC producers in the world.
Guar Gum
Guar gum is a natural gum obtained from the seeds of the guar plant. The gum extracted from these seeds is rich in galactomannans and is widely used as a thickener and stabiliser in the food industry.
Guar gum is produced in both industrial and food grades. Because of its high viscosity, good solubility and strong thickening power, it is used extensively in the food sector in products such as sauces, dressings, dairy products, bakery items and frozen desserts. It is also used in many other industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, paper, mining and oil drilling, where it helps control viscosity and stabilise formulations.
India is one of the largest producers of guar gum. Kherad Gostaran imports this product in bulk from well-known manufacturers such as Abdulbabhai Abdul Kader and supplies it to the domestic market.
Citric Acid
Citric acid is one of the most widely used acidic substances in the food industry. Because of its sour taste and strong buffering properties, it acts as an excellent acidulant and flavour enhancer. Citric acid is available mainly in two forms: anhydrous and monohydrate, both of which are used as food additives and acidity regulators.
It is used in soft drinks, fruit juices, confectionery, jams and jellies, as well as in pharmaceutical products as an antioxidant and effervescent agent. Citric acid also has numerous applications in cosmetics, detergents and cleaning products.
China is currently one of the largest producers of citric acid in the world. Kherad Gostaran imports high-quality citric acid from major Chinese manufacturers such as TTCA and LEMON STAR and offers this product to its customers.
