🌱 Soybeans (فول الصويا)
Also known as: Glycine max, Soya Beans, فول الصوجا
📝 General Description
Soybeans are edible legumes belonging to the Glycine max species. They are rich in protein, oil, and other nutrients, making them one of the most important crops worldwide. Soybeans are widely used in food processing, oil extraction, animal feed, and industrial applications. The seeds are typically round, beige to yellow in color, with a smooth texture and mild nutty flavor.
🔬 Physical Properties
Color: Pale yellow to light beige
Form: Whole round seeds
Size: 5–8 mm diameter
Odor: Neutral to mild bean-like smell
Taste: Nutty, slightly sweet
Moisture Content: ≤ 13%
Purity: ≥ 98%
Foreign Matter: ≤ 2%
🧪 Chemical Properties
Crude Protein: 36%–42%
Crude Fat: 18%–20%
Crude Fiber: 5%–7%
Ash Content: ≤ 5%
Carbohydrates: 25%–30%
Oil Content: 18%–20%
pH (aqueous extract): 6.0 – 6.8
🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)
Energy: 440–470 kcal
Protein: 36–42 g
Fat: 18–20 g
Carbohydrates: 25–30 g
Fiber: 5–7 g
Calcium: 200–250 mg
Iron: 12–15 mg
Potassium: 1,800–2,000 mg
✅ Quality Standards
Free from pests, molds, and harmful chemicals
GMO and Non-GMO options available
Meets food and feed safety standards (ISO, HACCP, FDA, FSSC)
Clean, uniform size and color
Suitable for both human consumption and industrial processing
🧫 Microbiological Standards (for food-grade)
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g
E. coli: Negative
Salmonella: Absent in 25g
Aflatoxins: Within permissible limits
📦 Packaging & Storage
Packaging: PP woven bags, paper sacks, bulk in containers
Storage: Store in cool, dry, and ventilated areas, away from moisture and direct sunlight
Shelf Life: 12 to 18 months under proper storage
Origin: Egypt
🛠️ Applications
Used in production of tofu, soy milk, soy flour, and soy protein
Extracted for soybean oil
Ingredient in livestock feed formulations
Used in fermentation (soy sauce, tempeh, miso)
Bio-industrial uses (biodiesel, adhesives, plastics)
📞 Contact
Eng. NADA HEMDAN, export official
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