Product Offerings
Products:
Roasted & Flavored Makhana: Peri-Peri, Cream Onion, Spanish Tomato, Lemon Mint, Himalayan Salt & Pepper, Cocktail Chakhna, Tandoori, Cheese & Herbs
Raw Makhana: Premium Plain Raw Makhana, Delight Raw Makhana
Chahak Foods International Private Limited is an emerging leader in India’s functional snack segment, specializing in the production and global distribution of premium quality roasted and raw Makhana (fox nuts). Based in Purnia, Bihar—a region known for the highest-grade Makhana cultivation—Chahak Foods has rapidly gained recognition for its focus on health, innovation, and natural snacking.
Core Business
Chahak Foods is primarily engaged in the manufacturing, flavoring, and packaging of Makhana-based snacks. The company’s value proposition lies in delivering nutrient-rich, gluten-free, and low-calorie snacks tailored to the preferences of modern, health-conscious consumers. By leveraging the natural abundance of Bihar’s Makhana fields, the company ensures freshness, traceability, and consistent quality across its product line.
Product and Service Offerings
The brand "Chahak Makhana" features two main product lines:
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Roasted & Flavored Makhana:
- Peri-Peri
- Cream Onion
- Spanish Tomato
- Lemon Mint
- Himalayan Salt & Pepper
- Cocktail Chakhna
- Tandoori
- Cheese & Herbs
-
Raw Makhana:
- Premium Plain Raw Makhana
- Delight Raw Makhana
Each variant is carefully processed to retain Makhana’s natural nutritional benefits while adding unique regional and international flavors. These snacks are marketed as guilt-free munching options, especially suited for diabetic individuals, those on weight management diets, and fitness enthusiasts.
Specialization and USP
Chahak Foods' major strengths include:
- Source-to-Factory Integration: The company works directly with local Makhana farmers in Bihar, ensuring optimal sourcing conditions and fair trade practices.
- In-House Roasting & Flavoring Units: Enables control over quality and custom flavor development.
- Clean Label & Gluten-Free Products: No artificial additives, preservatives, or trans fats.
- Custom Packaging & Private Label Solutions: For B2B clients across India and export destinations.
The company’s use of modern roasting technology ensures uniformity and better shelf life, setting them apart from traditional Makhana suppliers.
Financial and Shipment Insights
Although privately held and relatively new, Chahak Foods has shown notable export and domestic growth:
- Export Markets: United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Canada, United States
- Annual Production Capacity: Over 300 metric tons of processed Makhana
- Monthly Shipment Average: 4–6 containers
- Primary B2B Customers: Supermarkets, nutrition brands, private label clients
Trade data from platforms like ImportYeti and TradeMo confirm consistent container shipments to Middle Eastern retail chains and health-food importers in North America.
Target Market
Chahak Foods serves multiple market segments:
- Urban millennials and health-conscious consumers
- Diabetic-friendly and Ayurvedic diet followers
- Retailers and resellers of organic and functional snacks
- International distributors of Indian ethnic foods and superfoods
Capabilities
- Fully automated roasting and flavoring unit
- ISO-grade hygienic packaging environment
- Ability to scale to custom SKUs and packaging formats
- Multilingual product labeling for export readiness
Certifications and Compliance
Chahak Foods complies with major Indian food safety and export norms, including:
- FSSAI (India) Certified
- APEDA Registered Exporter
- ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 (Pending Upgradation)
- GST Registered Entity
- Packaging compliant with international trade standards
Customer Testimonials
"We’ve partnered with Chahak Foods for private-label roasted Makhana. Their consistency in quality and timely delivery sets them apart from others in the category."
— Procurement Head, Organic Store Chain, Dubai
"As a health coach, I recommend Chahak Makhana to all my clients for its clean nutrition and snackability."
— Certified Dietitian, Mumbai
Major Achievements
- Shortlisted for the Startup India Export Excellence Scheme 2023
- Featured in Bihar Food Processing Cluster News for innovation in indigenous crop commercialization
- Export partnership established with two Canadian organic retail brands
- Developed eight unique regional flavor SKUs within a year of launch
Chahak Foods International is poised to become a globally recognized Indian superfood brand, leveraging the traditional richness of Makhana with modern innovation and scalable operations.