Frozen Sweet Potato (Halves & Whole)

Vietnamese Frozen Sweet Potato (Halves, Whole & Sliced) – Premium Quality for Global Export

Origin

Vietnamese frozen sweet potato (whole, halves, and sliced) is renowned for its intense natural sweetness, vibrant orange flesh (or purple/yellow varieties), smooth texture, and excellent freezing quality thanks to the tropical climate and fertile soil. Vietnam is one of the major producers and exporters of frozen sweet potato in Asia, with strong growth in international demand. Key production regions include:

• Central Highlands (Gia Lai, Đắk Lắk, Lâm Đồng): Largest area with high-quality orange and purple sweet potatoes.
• Mekong Delta (Tiền Giang, Đồng Tháp, An Giang): High yields and proximity to export ports.
• Northern region (Sơn La, Phú Thọ): Specialty varieties with rich flavor.

Production Process

1. Cultivation of high-sugar sweet potato varieties (harvested at optimal maturity, 90-120 days after planting).
2. Hand-harvesting in the early morning to maintain freshness.
3. Washing, peeling (optional for whole), sorting by size and quality.
4. Cutting into halves (longitudinal cut), leaving whole, or slicing with standard export thickness: 5-8mm (thin for frying), 8-10mm (most common standard), or 10-12mm (thicker for baking/steaming).
5. Quick blanching (brief hot water treatment) to preserve color, texture, and nutrients.
6. Shock freezing using IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) at -35°C to -40°C.
7. Packaging and storage at -18°C.
8. Quality inspection, fumigation (if required), and pesticide residue testing.

Export-Ready Specifications

• Popular types:
  • Whole frozen sweet potato (whole tubers): Length 12-20 cm, diameter 5-8 cm.
  • Halves frozen sweet potato (cut lengthwise): 2 uniform halves per potato.
  • Frozen sliced sweet potato: Thickness 5-8mm (thin slices for frying), 8-10mm (standard), 10-12mm (thick slices for roasting/steaming); round or long slices as per customer request.
  • Varieties: Orange flesh (Beauregard-style), purple flesh, yellow flesh.
  • Organic frozen sweet potato.
• Standard export packaging:
  • PE vacuum-sealed or modified atmosphere bags: 1kg, 2kg, 5kg (retail).
  • Cartons with liners: 10kg or 20kg (bulk).
  • Large bags or big bags for industrial use.
• Container loading capacity (estimated 2025–2026):
  • 20ft reefer container: 18–22 tons (typically 20 tons).
  • 40ft reefer container: 24–26 tons (usually reaches 25 tons).

Required Export Certifications

• Phytosanitary Certificate (plant quarantine).
• Certificate of Origin (C/O) – Form A, Form E, Form AK…
• Fumigation Certificate (if required).
• Health Certificate / Food Safety Certificate.
• HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC, IFS (mandatory for EU, USA).
• GlobalGAP, VietGAP (for exported vegetables).
• Organic (USDA/EU) for organic products.
• FDA Registration (for the US market).

Uses & Applications Across Industries

• Food industry: Baking, steaming, frying, stir-frying, soups, salads, desserts (sweet potato pie, pudding), baby food, snacks (frozen fries, chips), ready-to-eat meals; sliced form ideal for quick frying (frozen sweet potato fries) or fast roasting.
• Nutrition & health: Rich in beta-carotene (vitamin A), fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants; supports eye health, digestion, immune system, and low glycemic index diets (ideal for diabetes management).
• Processed foods: Ingredient in frozen vegetable mixes, purees, baby food pouches, and convenience products.
• Restaurants & supermarkets: Convenient product that retains natural sweetness, color, and texture after thawing; sliced form enables fast preparation; widely used in markets across Europe, USA, Japan, Korea, Australia, and the Middle East.

Vietnamese frozen sweet potato (halves, whole & sliced) is highly valued worldwide for its intense natural sweetness, vibrant color, consistent quality, and high food safety standards. With advanced IQF technology and international certifications, it meets the strictest requirements of demanding markets in Europe, the USA, Japan, Korea, and the Middle East.

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