Chandler Walnuts
Chandler is the most widely planted walnut variety in Chile, and the world's benchmark for premium quality. With an average kernel yield of 47–49%, it stands out for its exceptionally light interior color, very thin shell, and easy cracking — making it the first choice for retail and gourmet markets worldwide.
Grown in Chile's uniquely protected agricultural zones — shielded by the Andes, the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Desert, and Antarctica — Chandler walnuts benefit from a pristine environment free of pests and diseases common elsewhere. Harvested between April 10–15, they arrive in markets during the Northern Hemisphere's off-season, ensuring year-round supply for importers.
Walnut Performance
Interior Color
Harvest Time
Interior Color Classification
Chandler is graded by kernel color — the lighter the grade, the higher the market value. Over 90% of Chilean Chandler kernels achieve the top two grades.
Extra Light
The highest grade. Pale cream kernels with no discoloration. Represents 80–85% of Chilean Chandler yield.
Light
Slightly deeper cream tone, still considered premium. Accounts for 10–15% of production.
Light Amber
A warm amber tint, fully intact and high quality, representing 5–10% of the harvest.
Amber
The deepest grade, comprising only 1–2% of Chandler output.
Why Choose Chandler?
Thin Shell
Chandler's notably thin shell makes cracking effortless and minimizes kernel damage during processing — resulting in more whole kernels and less breakage loss.
Premium Market Value
Its unrivalled Extra Light color ratio commands the highest prices in retail, gourmet food, and private-label markets across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Consistent Quality
Certified under Chilean Walnut Commission and ProChile standards, every shipment undergoes rigorous laboratory analysis and on-site inspection before export.
Chandler Walnut Orders
1. Demand
Our client, who wants to buy chandler walnuts from Chile, sends us container-based requests. After the request, detailed discussions are made by our professional teamwork.
2. Supply
The requested product is started to be investigated by producers and exporters. Technical analyzes of existing products and photographs of samples taken from the site are sent to our customer along with the price. If the product is liked, a sales agreement is signed.
3. Delivery!
An advance payment (typically 20%) is transferred to the exporter upon agreement. Loading is carried out under supervision of Chilean Ministry of Health authorities. The remaining balance is settled before the container reaches the destination port, and all customs documents are delivered to the buyer promptly.
