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Quality Control & Laboratory Testing Standards for Iranian Pinto Beans

the author : tamilaagrifood@rahatbin.com 2025,10,20 1054 visit opinion

In international trade, quality assurance defines the reputation of a supplier.

When it comes to Iranian pinto beans, buyers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa demand purity, uniformity, and compliance with international food safety standards.

At Tamila Agrifood, quality is not just a step, it’s our core principle.

From field selection to pre-shipment inspection, every bean is monitored under strict laboratory supervision and international certification systems to ensure reliability and excellence.

 

1. Why Quality Control Matters in Pinto Bean Exports?

Global importers face rising challenges, inconsistent grades, contamination, and supply chain delays.

That’s why a structured Quality Control (QC) and Laboratory Testing System is essential to maintaining market confidence.

Tamila Agrifood’s QC approach guarantees:

Uniform color and size consistency

Zero foreign matter or chemical residues

Safe moisture levels (≤ 13%)

Compliance with ISO, HACCP, and Codex Alimentarius standards

Our mission is to deliver farm-to-port traceability and ensure every shipment of Iranian pinto beans meets buyer specifications and destination-country regulations.

 

2. The Quality Control Process; From Harvest to Export

Tamila Agrifood applies a multi-stage quality inspection system, starting at the farms and continuing until final shipment.

A. Farm-Level Inspection

•    Selection of high-quality seeds and soil monitoring

•    Regular field visits to control pesticide and fertilizer usage

•    Harvesting at optimal maturity to ensure uniform grain texture

B. Post-Harvest Handling

•    Immediate cleaning and drying to prevent mold

•    Removal of broken and discolored beans

•    Controlled storage in ventilated silos under low humidity

C. Pre-Export Quality Assessment

•    Sampling from every batch before packaging

•    Inspection by Tamila Agrifood’s internal lab and third-party agencies (SGS, Bureau Veritas)

•    Verification against customer-specific parameters (size, purity, protein level, color, moisture)

 

3. Laboratory Testing Standards and Parameters

Tamila Agrifood’s modern quality lab in Iran is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments to evaluate every crucial property of Iranian pinto beans.

Parameter   /   Standard Range   /   Purpose

Moisture Content    /   ≤ 13%    /   Prevents spoilage and mold growth

Purity Level    /    ≥ 99%    /    Ensures product consistency

Defective Beans   /   ≤ 1.5%   /   Controls aesthetic and taste quality

Foreign Matter     /    ≤ 0.5%     /     Guarantees cleanliness

Protein Content    /    ≥ 22%    /    Confirms nutritional value

Color Uniformity    /   Light brown with red speckles    /   Determines market grade

Aflatoxin Test   /   Negative   /   Food safety compliance

Pesticide Residue    /   Below MRL (EU standard)   /   Export approval

Every test is conducted under ISO/IEC 17025-accredited conditions and documented in a Certificate of Analysis (COA) that accompanies each shipment.

 

4. Certified Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Tamila Agrifood operates under globally recognized Quality Management Systems (QMS) that ensure consistency, transparency, and accountability:

•    ISO 9001: Quality Management Certification

•    ISO 22000: Food Safety Management

•    HACCP: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

•    Halal Certification: For Muslim-majority markets

•    Organic Certification (on request): For EU and premium retail chains

These certifications confirm that our operations, from sourcing to packing, adhere to international food safety and traceability standards.

 

5. Third-Party Inspection and Independent Verification

To enhance buyer confidence, Tamila Agrifood collaborates with leading inspection agencies including:

•    SGS (Switzerland)

•    Bureau Veritas (France)

•    Intertek (UK)

Each shipment can be inspected before loading based on the buyer’s request.

Inspectors verify weight, packaging, cleanliness, labeling, and container sealing, issuing an export compliance certificate before the consignment leaves Iran.

This transparency ensures importers receive what they ordered, no surprises, no quality compromises.

 

6. Packaging Standards for Export

Proper packaging is a key component of quality control.

At Tamila Agrifood, pinto beans are packed in:

•    25 kg or 50 kg PP woven bags

•    1,000 kg jumbo bags for bulk shipments

•    Vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-filled packaging (for long-distance exports)

Each bag is labeled with:

•    Product name and grade

•    Lot and batch number

•    Net weight

•    Country of origin (Iran)

•    Exporter and importer details

This ensures traceability and prevents contamination during sea or land transport.

 

7. Warehouse Hygiene & Storage Control

All storage facilities follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hygienic Handling Procedures, including:

•    Disinfection before each new batch

•    Regular fumigation and pest monitoring

•    Temperature and humidity logging

•    Segregation of export and domestic lots

This systematic control maintains freshness, safety, and shelf-life stability until the beans are loaded for shipment.

 

8. Continuous Quality Improvement & Training

Tamila Agrifood continuously invests in staff training and process optimization.

Our QC and R&D teams regularly attend international food safety workshops and export quality seminars to stay aligned with evolving global standards.

This commitment helps us consistently deliver premium-quality Iranian pinto beans that meet or exceed the expectations of buyers in Europe, Africa, and Asia.

 

9. Traceability and Documentation

Each batch is traceable from farm to port. Buyers receive:

•    COA (Certificate of Analysis)

•    Phytosanitary Certificate

•    Certificate of Origin

•    Packing List & Invoice

•    Quality Compliance Report (SGS/BV)

All documents are digitalized and available before shipment, allowing importers to verify quality remotely before dispatch.

 

Conclusion: Tamila Agrifood; A Trusted Name in Quality Excellence 🌟

Consistency, safety, and reliability define Tamila Agrifood’s quality promise.

We believe every exporter can sell beans, but only a few can guarantee quality through science and standards.

That’s what sets us apart.

Our Iranian pinto beans are not only rich in taste and nutrition, they are backed by laboratory precision and transparent documentation.

If you’re looking for a reliable supplier of premium-quality Iranian pinto beans,

Tamila Agrifood ensures every shipment exceeds your expectations, from soil to shelf.

Contact our export team today to request a quality sample or detailed technical specifications for your market.

Email:  tamilaagrifood@gmail.com

Call / WhatsApp for Quotations:  +989141858935

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