If you are sourcing bulk antep pistachio for wholesale, manufacturing, or distribution, buying direct from Gaziantep is the single biggest lever on your landed cost and quality. Antep pistachio — the geographically protected variety grown only in the Gaziantep region of Turkey — commands a premium worldwide for its intense aroma, deep-green kernel and hard, naturally-split shell. This guide covers exactly what you need to place a confident bulk order: specifications, minimum quantities, container math, Incoterms, and the factors that move price.
Why Buy Bulk Antep Pistachio Direct from Gaziantep
- Origin pricing: buying at the source removes the 15–30% margin added by EU and Gulf re-distributors
- Authentic geographic indication — genuine Gaziantep antep pistachio, not blended or re-labelled stock
- FDA and EU (HACCP / EC 1881/2006) compliant documentation issued with every shipment
- Direct control over calibre, roast, salt level and packaging for your market
- Faster lead times via Iskenderun and Mersin ports
Bulk Product Range
We supply the full antep pistachio range in bulk, plus complementary Turkish nuts and red pepper products. The most requested bulk lines are:
- Raw (natural) antep pistachio in shell — unroasted, all processing uses
- Roasted antep pistachio in shell — salted or unsalted
- Pistachio kernel — shelled, green; for bakery, confectionery and chocolate
- Pistachio paste — pure, additive-free; for ice cream, baklava and industry
- Walnut kernel, in-shell walnut, hazelnut kernel and chili flakes / paprika powder
Specifications to Confirm Before Ordering
A clean bulk antep pistachio order is defined in writing. Agree these specs up front to avoid disputes on arrival:
Calibre (size)
Export-grade antep pistachio is calibrated by count per pound. Standard sizes are 28/30, 30/32 and 32/34 — the lower the numbers, the larger the nut and the higher the price. Larger calibres are preferred for snacking and gift packs; smaller calibres are economical for kernel processing.
Quality parameters
- Moisture: max 6% for export grade
- Aflatoxin: within EU limit (max 10 ppb total / 8 ppb B1) and FDA tolerances
- Closed-shell ratio and foreign-matter limits agreed per contract
- Kernel colour: bright green to yellow-green; no oxidised or stale lots
Minimum Order Quantity & Container Math
Our standard minimum order is 500 kg, shipped LCL (less-than-container-load) for smaller buyers. For the best per-kilogram pricing, full-container-load (FCL) is the goal:
- Sample: 500 g – 1 kg commercial sample before any bulk commitment
- LCL bulk: from 500 kg, ideal for first orders and market testing
- FCL (20' container): roughly 18–20 tons of pistachio in shell, the most competitive freight per kg
- Repeat / contract supply: forward-priced before harvest for volume buyers
Packaging Options
- Vacuum bags: 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg — extended shelf life, retail-ready
- Kraft / carton cases: 10 kg and 25 kg net — standard wholesale export
- Private label: your brand, artwork and market labelling
- Bulk jute / PP sacks: most economical for FCL industrial buyers
Incoterms & Pricing Factors
Bulk antep pistachio is typically quoted FOB (Iskenderun/Mersin) or CIF to your destination port. Your final price depends on calibre, raw vs roasted, packaging, order volume, the harvest-season position, and the TRY/USD rate. Because we ship at origin pricing, larger and earlier-committed orders unlock the strongest rates.
How to Get a Bulk Quote
Send us your product type, calibre, quantity (kg), packaging preference and destination port. We reply within 24 hours with a detailed quotation, specifications and available lab reports (SGS / Intertek on request), and can dispatch a sample before you commit. Antep Fıstıkçısı ships bulk antep pistachio to the USA, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, the Gulf and beyond.
Request a Wholesale Quote
Contact us via WhatsApp or our quote form for direct supply from Gaziantep.