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Foxtail Millet (Kangni)

Category: Superfoods & Millets

A delicate, highly nutritious ancient grain. Foxtail Millet is rich in smart carbohydrates and completely gluten-free. Extensively cleaned to ensure zero husk or grit. Positioned perfectly for the global diabetic-friendly and health-conscious retail markets as a superior rice alternative.

Description

Commercial Uses & Applications

Low-GI rice replacement, commercial diabetic-friendly ready meals, gluten-free baking, and healthy extruded snacks/cereal bars.

How to Use / Processing

Cooks identically to short-grain rice when boiled. Can be milled into flour for flatbreads or popped for inclusion in granola mixtures.

Nomenclature & Terminology

  • Indian Regional: Hindi: Kangni | Telugu: Korralu | Tamil: Thinai | Malayalam: Thina | Marathi: Kang | Gujarati: Kang | Bengali: Kaun | Kannada: Navane
  • Global Markets: Arabic: Dukhun Dhi'b | Spanish: Mijo Cola de Zorra | French: Millet des Oiseaux | German: Kolbenhirse | Mandarin: Su (粟) | Russian: Chumiza | Japanese: Awa | Turkish: Cin Darı | Persian: Arzan-e Dom Ruba | Italian: Panico | Thai: Khao Fang | Vietnamese: Kê Đuôi Chồn | Korean: Jo | Indonesian: Juwawut | Portuguese: Painço

Functional & Health Benefits

Features a very low Glycemic Index (GI), making it an elite food for diabetic management. High in Vitamin B12 and essential amino acids, supporting steady nerve function and cardiac health.

Specifications

Trade & Technical Data
HSN Code 10082990
Botanical/Scientific Name Setaria italica
Geographical Origin Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka (India)
Primary Varieties / Grade Sortex Cleaned
Chemical & Physical Specifications
Moisture Content Max 12.0%
Foreign Matter / Admixture Max 1.0%
Quality & Compliance Marks Low GI certified. Pesticide MRL compliant.
Logistics & Export Protocol
Primary Packaging 25kg / 50kg PP Bags
Container Payload 22 - 24 MT (20FT)
Fumigation Protocol Customized Treatment (Optional - modified strictly per destination port regulations; e.g. MBr, Phospine, CO2)

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Foxtail Millet (Kangni)

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