Fresh Green Tender Coconuts

Product Name: Fresh Green Tender Coconut (Cocos nucifera)
Category: Fresh Produce / Tropical Fruits
HS Code (Harmonized System):
·         0801.19.90 (Fresh Tender Coconuts, Unhusked/Full-Husk)
·         0801.19.10 (Semi-Husked / Diamond Cut Trimmed variants)
1. Product Overview & Quality Standards
Sourced directly from certified tropical orchards, our green tender coconuts are harvested at the peak maturity stage (7 to 8 months) to ensure optimal water volume, natural sweetness, and mineral density.
·         Selection & Harvesting: 100% hand-harvested to prevent bruising, cracking, or internal damage.
·         Liquid Yield: High water content ($350\text{ ml}$ to $550\text{ ml}$ per nut depending on grade).
·         Brix / Sugar Level: $5.5^\circ \text{Brix}$ to $7.0^\circ \text{Brix}$ (Natural sweetness, no additives).
·         Flesh Thickness: Soft, jelly-like thin meat ($2\text{ mm}$ to $5\text{ mm}$).
·         Appearance: Vibrant natural green coat, intact stem, clean surface free of pests, latex staining, or physical defects.
2. Technical & Bulk Specifications

Parameter	Grade A (Jumbo / Premium)	Grade B (Standard)	Diamond-Cut (Trimmed)
Weight per Nut	2.0 kg- 2.8kg+	1.4kg - 1.9kg	800g - 1.2kg (Husk removed)
Water Volume	450ml - 600ml	300ml - 450ml	300ml- 450ml
Shelf Life	25–30 Days (Refrigerated)	25–30 Days (Refrigerated)	40–45 Days (Shrink-wrapped & refrigerated)
Recommended Storage
Relative Humidity	85% – 90%	85% – 90%	85% – 90%

3. Bulk Packaging Options

We provide flexible packaging based on transit time, shipping method (Sea Reefer vs. Air Freight), and buyer preferences:

Option A:   Open Mesh / Net Bags (Standard Sea Freight)
·         Packing: 8 to 12 pieces per high-density PP mesh bag.
·         Net Weight per Bag: Approx.18kg - 24kg.
·         Advantage: Maximum ventilation during reefer transit to prevent mold formation.
Option B:  Corrugated Master Cartons (Retail Ready & Air Freight)
·         Packing: 6, 8, or 9 pieces per heavy-duty, moisture-resistant corrugated box.
·         Protection: Individual fruit netting / shrink-wrapping to retain moisture.
·         Advantage: Ideal for direct supermarket display and long-distance air shipping.
Option C:  Diamond-Cut & Shrink-Wrapped (Premium HORECA & Supermarkets)
·         Processing: Outer green husk shaved into a hex/diamond shape with flat base and top point.
·         Treatment: Dipped in food-grade anti-browning solution (sodium metabisulfite compliant) and individual micro-perforated shrink-wrap.
4. Container Loadability & Logistics (FCL Metrics)
Due to the weight and volume of fresh green coconuts, cold-chain reefer shipping is mandatory for sea transport.

Container Type	Packaging Format	Approx. Quantity (Pieces)	Payload Weight
20 ft Reefer Container	Mesh Bags / Loose	8,000 – 9,500 nuts	~14 – 16 MT
40 ft High-Cube Reefer	Mesh Bags	16,000 – 19,000 nuts	~24 – 26 MT
40 ft High-Cube Reefer	Cartons (Palletized)	13,000 – 15,000 nuts	~22 – 24 MT

·         Palletization: Available on ISPM-15 heat-treated wooden or plastic pallets.
5. Phytosanitary, Certifications & Compliance
·         Phytosanitary Certificate: Issued by National Plant Protection Organization (NPPO) for pest-free export clearance.
·         Certificate of Origin: Country-specific GSP / FTA documentation available upon request.
·         Quality Certifications: GlobalGAP, ISO 22000, HACCP, FSSAI / USDA Organic (select farms).
·         Quality Inspection: Pre-shipment quality inspection reports provided by SGS / Intertek (buyer’s choice).
6. Commercial Terms & Supply Capabilities
·         Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 1 x 20ft Reefer Container(Sea) or 1 Air Pallet (~1.5 MT).
·         Monthly Supply Capacity: 500,000+ pieces / 30 FCL per month.
·         Incoterms Supported: FOB, CFR, CIF, DDP.
·         Payment Terms:
o    30%(T/T Advance)+ 70% against scanned Bill of Lading (B/L).
o    100% Irrevocable, Confirmed L/C at sight} from a top-tier bank.
·         Lead Time: 5 to 7 days from order confirmation to port loading.