🍽️ Couscous – Traditional Durum Semolina for Global Cuisine & Ready-Made Meals
🌾 Types Available: Fine Couscous, Medium Couscous, Coarse Couscous, Whole Wheat Couscous, Instant Couscous, Organic & Conventional
🧪 Specs: Made from 100% durum wheat semolina | Moisture ≤ 12% | Protein: 11–13% | Gluten: Present
✅ Certifications: ISO 22000, HACCP, SGS/BV, Organic (EU/USDA), Phytosanitary & Fumigation
📦 Formats: 25–50 kg PP bags, 1 MT jumbo bags, retail packs (250g–5kg), containerized bulk
🏭 Applications: Ethnic meals, ready-to-eat dishes, taboulé, salads, side dishes, couscous-based mixes
Couscous, made from crushed durum wheat semolina, is a versatile staple in North African and Mediterranean cuisines. Today, it plays a vital role in ethnic food service, ready-meal kits, and quick-cook product lines.
At NNRV, we supply industrial and culinary grades of couscous with multiple particle sizes, moisture retention profiles, and quick-cook properties — available globally, with private label and bulk formats.
🔹 Types of Couscous Supplied
| Type | Mesh Size / Grade | Primary Use | Cooking Time |
|---|---|---|---|
Fine Couscous | < 1 mm | Taboulé, salads, side dishes | ~5–7 min |
Medium Couscous | 1–1.5 mm | Main dishes, pilafs | ~8–10 min |
Coarse Couscous | > 2 mm | Ethnic meals, steamed dishes | ~12–15 min |
Whole Wheat Couscous | Bran-included | Health food & wellness brands | 8–12 min |
Instant Couscous | Pre-steamed, dried | Quick-serve meals, kits | ~3–5 min (rehydrate) |
Organic Couscous | Any grade | Certified natural food chains | As above |
✅ Protein: 11–13% | Gluten: Moderate (~30%) | Fiber (whole wheat): 6–8% | Shelf Life: 12–24 months
🔹 Technical Specifications (Example – Medium Organic Couscous)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | ≤ 12% |
| Crude Protein | 12.1% |
| Gluten Content | Moderate (tested ~30%) |
| Color | Pale golden yellow |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.1% |
| Granule Size | 1.2–1.6 mm |
| Origin | Morocco, Tunisia, Turkey, India |
📋 Supplied with: COA, Organic Certificate (EU/USDA), Phytosanitary, Fumigation, Certificate of Origin
📦 Packaging & Delivery Options
| Format | Volume/Loadability | Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| 25–50 kg PP Woven Bags | 20–24 MT / 20’ FCL | Foodservice distributors, processors |
| 1 MT Jumbo Bags (FIBC) | 20 MT / container | Industrial buyers, repackers |
| Retail Packs (250g–5kg)* | Customizable | Grocery brands, private label lines |
| Loose Bulk (Container) | 25 MT / 20’ FCL | Large volume contract buyers |
📍 Loading Ports: Casablanca, Sfax, Mersin, Mumbai
📦 Incoterms: CIF / FOB / EXW / CFR / DDP
🔧 How It Works – Procurement Process
1️⃣ Submit Inquiry
Specify grade (fine/medium/coarse), packaging, origin preference, and quantity.
2️⃣ Get Quotation & Specs
Receive CIF/FOB pricing, granule specs, COA samples, and lead time.
3️⃣ Sign & Secure Order
Sign PI or sales contract. Payment via LC, T/T, or escrow.
4️⃣ Packing & QA
Couscous is cleaned, steamed, sieved, and vacuum-dried to grade — SGS or BV inspected on request.
5️⃣ Shipping & Documentation
We provide full export documentation and post-shipment support.
✅ Why Choose NNRV for Couscous?
🍽️ All Particle Sizes Supplied: Fine to extra-coarse + whole wheat
📋 Certified & Clean: ISO 22000, HACCP, SGS, Organic EU/USDA
🌍 Trusted Origins: Morocco, Tunisia, Turkey, India
📦 Flexible Packaging: From retail pouches to foodservice bulk
🧠 Application Tailored: From salads to industrial instant meals
🔁 Spot & Long-Term Contracts: Secure annual supply volumes
🏆 Client Success Story
Private Label Brand – Middle East & EU
NNRV delivered 100 MT of fine and medium couscous in vacuum retail packaging under client’s private label. Achieved 97% cooking consistency rate in microwave-ready formats. Expanded to 3 SKUs across 7 countries in 2023–2024.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is couscous gluten-free?
No — couscous is made from wheat semolina and contains gluten.
Q2: Do you offer organic couscous?
Yes — certified EU/USDA organic couscous available across all grades.
Q3: Can I customize packaging for retail sale?
Yes — we offer private label support including barcodes, logo printing, and multilingual packaging.
Q4: Is couscous pre-cooked?
Yes — it is steamed, dried, and ready for quick cooking or rehydration.
Q5: What is your MOQ?
25 MT (1 FCL). Private-label MOQ: 5 MT depending on packaging type.
📩 Build Your Couscous Supply Chain with Certified Global Support from NNRV
Whether you serve foodservice clients, manage a private-label brand, or distribute ethnic or healthy grains, NNRV provides premium couscous in every format and grade — clean, reliable, and export-ready.
NNRV – Mediterranean Tradition. Global Distribution. Certified Quality.