Grading mangosteen for export
To serve different markets, mangosteen for export is usually graded by size, skin colour and ripeness. Common grades include sizes S, M, L and XL, ensuring uniformity within each shipment.
Quality standards
- Skin: Deep purple, unsplit, free of pests and disease.
- Stem: Fresh, green, not wilted.
- Flesh: White, tender, never woody.
- Weight: To agreed specification, typically 80-150g per fruit.
Packaging and shipping
Mangosteen is packed in ventilated cartons lined with foam or paper. Reefer container shipping extends freshness and maintains quality across borders.
Opportunities in Asian markets
Taiwan, South Korea, Japan and Australia are the main markets for Vietnamese mangosteen. Consumers there are willing to pay a premium for fresh, attractive and safe fruit.
Conclusion
With standardised grading and packing, Vietnamese mangosteen is ready to win over demanding Asian markets. Bosco Food supports mangosteen exports to international standards.