Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Tropical Fruits
Commercial export supply of blast-frozen IQF fruit chunks, dices, halves, and purees processed at -35°C for continuous -18°C cold-chain international distribution.
B2B Commercial Sourcing Overview
Filosha Exports coordinates international sourcing and cold-chain containerized supply for Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) tropical fruits and vegetables sourced from certified processing facilities in Vietnam (Mekong Delta) and India. Rapidly frozen at -35°C to preserve cellular integrity, natural brix, vibrant color, and fresh aroma without added preservatives, our IQF lines supply industrial smoothie manufacturers, dairy and ice cream processors, bakery ingredient suppliers, and food service distributors worldwide.
Export Grade Specifications & Quality Parameters
| Freezing Technology | Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) blast tunnel technology (-35°C |
|---|---|
| Fruit Varieties | Mango (Cat Chu, Kaew, Alphonso, Totapuri), Avocado (Hass/034), Jackfruit, Dragon Fruit (Red/White), Passion Fruit, Sweet Corn |
| Cuts & Form Factors | Dices (10x10mm, 15x15mm, 20x20mm), Chunks, Slices, Halves, and Purees (with or without seeds) |
| Brix Levels | Natural Fruit Brix: Mango Min 13°-15°, Dragon Fruit 10°-12°, Passion Fruit 13°-15° |
| Moisture / Foreign Matter | 100% pure fruit; zero foreign vegetable matter; metal-detector screened |
| Microbiological Quality | Typical buyer criteria: TPC <10,000 cfu/g, E. coli Negative, Salmonella Negative (verified on batch COA per destination standard) |
| Storage & Cold Chain Transit | Continuous -18°C (0°F) or colder throughout transit and warehousing |
| Bulk Packaging | 10kg / 12.5kg / 15kg Corrugated Master Carton with Food-Grade Blue PE Inner Liner |
| Retail OEM Formats | 500g, 1kg, 2.5kg Stand-up Gusseted Poly Bags with custom barcode printing |
Illustrative Origin Routing
Ho Chi Minh / Cat Lai (Vietnam) & Nhava Sheva, Chennai (India) — designated at quotation
Container Capacity (FCL)
40ft High Cube Reefer (RF): Approx. 22.0 - 24.0 Metric Tons (palletized / floor loaded)
Dispatch Lead Time
Scheduled per freezing batch and reefer booking window upon contract confirmation & deposit
*Note: Export loading ports, reefer container set-points (-18°C), cut dimensions, and dispatch timelines are illustrative trade parameters. Final cut specifications, brix levels, microbiological criteria, packaging artwork, and shipment terms are confirmed against the selected processing plant and destination food-safety import regulations at quotation stage.
Frequently Asked Procurement Questions
Key commercial information for international importers, category buyers, and supply managers.
How does IQF technology preserve fruit structure compared to conventional cold storage freezing?
Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) subjects fresh fruit pieces to ultra-low blast temperatures (-35°C) in seconds, forming micro-crystalline ice particles that do not puncture the cellular membranes of the fruit. As a result, when thawed or processed into smoothies and baked goods, IQF fruit retains its firm texture, natural juice, bright color, and nutritional profile without the syrupy collapse characteristic of slow-frozen fruit.
What cuts and packaging sizes are available for commercial fruit processors and food service?
We arrange standard industrial cuts including 10x10mm, 15x15mm, and 20x20mm dices, hand-cut chunks, cheek slices, and seedless purees. Standard bulk packaging consists of heavy-duty 10kg or 15kg corrugated telescopic master cartons lined with food-grade blue polyethylene liners. Retail-ready printed stand-up bags (500g, 1kg) with custom OEM branding are also supported.
How is the unbroken cold chain maintained from the processing plant to the destination container port?
Consignments are loaded directly into pre-cooled 40ft High Cube Reefer containers at factory cold docks set to -18°C (-0.4°F) or colder. Continuous electronic temperature data-loggers are placed inside the container to record temperature readings every 15 minutes throughout ocean transit, verified by the buyer upon arrival.
What food-safety certifications and microbiological test reports accompany IQF consignments?
Consignments are accompanied by a batch Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming screening for aerobic plate count (TPC), coliforms, E. coli, Yeast/Mold, Listeria, and Salmonella per contractual parameters. Sourced processing facilities operate under verified HACCP, ISO 22000, or equivalent food safety management regimes.