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Essential Packaging Standards for Global Markets
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Dragon fruit from Vietnam is a highly prized commodity worldwide. To successfully enter premium international markets like the US, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea, strict compliance with packaging, size, and phytosanitary treatment protocols is mandatory.
This detailed guide outlines the specific standards required for shipping Vietnamese dragon fruit to key regions across the globe.
Dragon Fruit Varieties & Post-Harvest Treatment
Main Dragon Fruit Varieties:
The market features four primary types of dragon fruit, all widely grown in Vietnam (Binh Thuan, Long An, Tien Giang):
- White Dragon Fruit (Thanh Long Trắng): The most traditional and widely cultivated variety.
- Red Dragon Fruit (Thanh Long Đỏ): Highly popular, known for its vibrant color and rich sweetness.
- Pink-Purple Dragon Fruit (Thanh Long Tím Hồng): Primarily grown in Long An, visually similar to the red variety but with a beautiful light pink/purple flesh.
- Yellow Dragon Fruit (Thanh Long Vàng): Less common, distinguished by its bright yellow skin and white flesh (similar to the white variety).
Required Post-Harvest Treatment Methods:
Different markets mandate specific methods to eliminate pests and comply with biosecurity laws:
- Irradiation Treatment: Utilizes ionizing radiation (Gamma rays, X-rays, or electron beams) to eliminate bacteria, insects, and pests.
- Vapor Heat Treatment (VHT): A chemical-free method using hot steam to destroy harmful insects, especially fruit fly larvae.
Market-Specific Export Standards Overview
Standards for the US Market
The US market imposes some of the strictest controls to ensure biosecurity.
| Requirement | Specification |
| Permitted Varieties | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple |
| Fruit Size (Mandatory) | 381 grams – 798 grams / fruit |
| Required Treatment | Irradiation (Mandatory) |
| Packaging Box | 42 x 31 x 12 cm (Must not use staples/metal fasteners) |
| Box Weight | Net: 4.5 kg (Gross Weight: 5.11 kg – 5.32 kg) |
| Mandatory Codes | Growing Area Code and Packing Facility Code |
Standards for Australia & New Zealand
These Oceania markets focus heavily on pest control, necessitating the VHT method.
| Requirement | Specification |
| Permitted Varieties | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple |
| Fruit Size (Popular) | 320 grams – 900 grams / fruit |
| Required Treatment | VHT (Vapor Heat Treatment) (Mandatory) |
| Packaging Box | 48 x 32.5 x 13 cm (Must not use staples/metal fasteners). Net: 5 kg. |
| Key Compliance | Growing Area Code, Packing Facility Code, and Pesticide Residue Limits (MRLs) |
Standards for South Korea & Japan
Similar to Australia/NZ, the East Asian markets require rigorous treatment and MRL compliance.
| Requirement | Specification |
| Permitted Varieties | White, Red, Pink-Purple (Note: Yellow may not be permitted) |
| Fruit Size (Popular) | 320 grams – 900 grams / fruit |
| Required Treatment | VHT (Vapor Heat Treatment) (Mandatory) |
| Packaging Box | 48 x 32.5 x 13 cm (Must not use staples/metal fasteners). Net: 5 kg. |
| Key Compliance | Growing Area Code, Packing Facility Code, and Pesticide Residue Limits (MRLs) |
Standards for the Middle East & India
While generally more flexible, these markets prioritize product weight and variety availability.
| Requirement | Specification |
| Permitted Varieties | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple |
| Fruit Size (Popular) | 320 grams – 900 grams / fruit |
| Packaging Options | 4kg Net Box: 40.8 x 30 x 11.5 cm |
| 9kg Net Box: 39.5 x 30 x 21.5 cm | |
| Fruit Count | 4kg box: 8-10 fruits. 9kg box: 16-22 fruits. |
Standards for Other Major Markets
| Market | Permitted Varieties | Fruit Size (Popular) | Packaging Box (Popular) | Net Weight | Key Requirement |
| European Union (EU) | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple | 320 – 900 grams / fruit | 375 x 290 x 110 cm | 3 kg | Pesticide Residue Limits (MRLs) |
| China | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple | 320 – 900 grams / fruit | 47 x 34.2 x 30 cm | 14 kg | Growing Area Code and Packing Facility Code (Bulk loading in containers without pallets is common) |
| Malaysia, Indonesia | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple | 320 – 900 grams / fruit | 39.5 x 30 x 21.5 cm | 9 kg | Simple size classification (16-22 fruits/9kg) |
| Air Freight (Canada & Others) | White, Red, Yellow, Pink-Purple | 320 – 900 grams / fruit | White Styrofoam Box | 10-13 kg | Standard air freight packing (18-22 fruits/box) |
Need to Certify Your Next Dragon Fruit Shipment?
The specifications above cover the essential, fundamental packaging and treatment guidelines. For complete, in-depth compliance—including palletizing requirements, specific labeling, and the latest biosecurity updates for your target market—you need expert consultation.
We encourage all exporters to reach out! While collaboration isn’t mandatory, seeing more Vietnamese businesses thrive in the global agricultural export sector is our ultimate goal.
Contact us today to ensure your dragon fruit shipment meets every specialized standard
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