Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried (whole seed)
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Mung bean (kacang hijau) is a domestically produced and widely consumed pulse in Indonesia, used for beansprouts (tauge) and a range of processed foods such as porridge (bubur), baby food, beverages, cakes, vermicelli (soun), and hunkue flour products. Production is concentrated in major centers including Central Java, East Java, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), South Sulawesi, West Java, and East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Historical production volatility has led to import needs in some periods to cover domestic supply gaps. Quality and market acceptance depend on varietal preferences (e.g., glossy vs dull green seed color; small seed for sprouting) and post-harvest handling to avoid pests and quality defects.
Market RoleDomestic producer and consumer market with recurring imports during supply shortfalls
Domestic RoleFood staple pulse and key input for sprout production and domestic food manufacturing
Specification
Primary VarietyVima 1
Secondary Variety- Vima 2
- Vima 3
- Kutilang
- Kenari
- Murai
- Walet
- Perkutut
- Sriti
- No. 129
- Betet
Physical Attributes- Green seed color (dull or glossy) aligned to buyer preference
- Uniform seed size and low broken seed percentage
- Clean lots with low foreign matter and absence of live insects
Compositional Metrics- Moisture control to reduce mold risk during storage and transport (verify acceptance thresholds against applicable standards such as SNI 01-3923-1995 and buyer specifications)
Grades- SNI 01-3923-1995 provides national quality requirements for mung beans (verify specific class/grade definitions in the standard text).
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Farm harvest → drying/curing → cleaning & grading → local collectors/traders → wholesalers → food processors and retail packaging
- Imports (when applicable) → port entry → quarantine inspection → customs clearance → warehouses → distributor/wholesaler channels
Shelf Life- Shelf-life is primarily driven by moisture management and protection from storage pests; quality can degrade via mold, insect infestation, and breakage during handling.
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighIndonesia’s quarantine inspection regime can block entry if required phytosanitary documentation is missing/mismatched or if quarantine-relevant pests are detected in consignments, resulting in treatment, re-export, or destruction and severe supply disruption for import-dependent buyers.Pre-validate HS classification and Barantin import requirements for the exact product form; run pre-shipment inspections and secure complete original documentation aligned to the shipment lots.
Food Safety MediumImproper drying and storage can increase mold risk and quality defects, raising the likelihood of buyer rejection or additional testing and delays.Implement moisture management and storage hygiene controls; require supplier COAs aligned to buyer specs and apply strict pest control in warehouses/containers.
Climate MediumDry-season variability and drought conditions in Indonesia’s dryland mung bean systems can reduce yields and tighten domestic availability, increasing reliance on imports and price volatility.Diversify sourcing across multiple producing provinces and maintain contingency import options during domestic shortfall periods.
Logistics MediumMoisture uptake and handling damage during sea freight and warehousing can degrade seed quality (breakage, discoloration, pest activity), increasing claims and rejection risk.Use moisture-protective packaging and container desiccants where appropriate; enforce warehouse fumigation/pest-control SOPs and inbound inspection at receiving.
Sustainability- Drought and rainfall variability risk in dryland production systems in key producing regions
FAQ
Where are Indonesia’s main mung bean production centers?Key production centers are reported in Central Java, East Java, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), South Sulawesi, West Java, and East Nusa Tenggara (NTT).
Which mung bean varieties are commonly referenced in Indonesia’s seed distribution for production centers?Reported varieties include Vima 1 as well as No. 129, Betet, Kenari, Walet, Perkutut, Sriti, Kutilang, and Murai; newer releases noted include Vima 2 and Vima 3.
What is the most critical compliance risk for importing mung beans into Indonesia?The main deal-breaker risk is quarantine non-compliance: missing or mismatched required documentation and/or pest findings during quarantine inspection can lead to treatment, re-export, or destruction under Indonesia’s quarantine regime.