Wheat (Durum)

Variety

Durum Wheat (Hard, amber wheat for semolina)

Grade

FAQ (Fair Average Quality) – high protein

Major Origin

Madhya Pradesh (Malwa plateau), Rajasthan (Sri Ganganagar)

Moisture

~10–12% (dry)

Nutritional Highlights (per 100g)

High in protein (~12–13%) and gluten; rich in carbohydrates (~72 g); provides B-vitamins (folate, B3) and iron.

Calorific Value

~340 kcal/100g

Other Attributes

High Gluten Strength: Ideal for pasta (semolina) and couscous. Yields golden-yellow flour (semolina) high in carotenoids. Hard texture and high gluten make it suitable for macaroni products.

HS Code

1001.19