Hacendado Pipas Peladas

These shelled sunflower seeds, known as 'Pipas Peladas' in Spain, are sold under the Hacendado private label. While the brand is Spanish, the packaging explicitly identifies Bulgaria as the country of origin for the raw seeds. The product is part of a widely consumed snack category in the Mediterranean region.

Hacendado is the flagship food brand of Mercadona, Spain's leading supermarket chain. The brand was launched in 1996 as part of a strategic shift towards high-quality private label products. Although Mercadona is based in Valencia, Spain, it sources ingredients globally to ensure supply and competitive pricing, as seen with these Bulgarian sunflower seeds which are often processed or packed by Spanish partners like Importaco.