Bulk-nut buying worksheet
Compare the same nut and form, then buy against a consumption and storage plan. All prices below are fictional examples; enter actual quotations in the blank columns.
Nut / whole or pieces / shell / roast / salt:
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Use / event date / guest restrictions:
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Compare two offers; use one weight unit throughout
Field | Offer A | Offer B
Supplier / ready-to-eat status |  |
Price + freight + tax − discounts |  |
Edible weight (lb or kg) |  |
Landed cost ÷ edible weight |  |
Expected usable weight |  |
Landed cost ÷ usable weight |  |
Inner pack size / delivery / date |  |
Work the quantity first
Example: 2 people × 28 g × 5 days/week × 4 weeks = 1,120 g (about 2.47 lb). This is a usage assumption, not a dietary recommendation.
My use + recipes − stock on hand = quantity:
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Storage location / capacity / supplier instructions:
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Cost example:
5 lb for $40 + $8 shipping = $9.60/lb. A 10 lb bag for $75 + $15 = $9.00/lb if all is used, or $11.25/lb if only 8 lb is useful.
Ingredient and allergen labels checked; ready-to-eat use confirmed.
Package inspected; product, supplier date and lot recorded.
Airtight portions labeled; refrigerator or freezer space available.
Lot / received date / supplier contact:
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Source and use
Prepared September 9, 2026.
https://escholarship.org/uc/item/04f9p7vv
https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/food-allergies-what-you-need-know
Full guide:
https://yenra.com/buying-bulk-nuts-wholesale/