Export Quality Plum Fruit Specifications

1. Variety:

• Santa Rosa, Black Amber, Red Beauty, Angeleno, Fortune, etc.

2. Size & Weight:

• Small: 40–50 mm diameter (50–80g)
• Medium: 50–60 mm diameter (80–120g)
• Large: 60+ mm diameter (120g+)

3. Color & Appearance:

• Uniform skin color as per variety (Red, Purple, Yellow)
• Smooth, firm, and glossy skin
• No blemishes, cracks, or sunburn

4. Taste & Texture:

• Sweet to mildly tart
• Juicy and firm flesh

5. Sugar Content (Brix Level):

• Minimum 12–18° Brix (depending on variety)

6. Ripeness & Maturity:

• Harvested at optimum maturity
• Free from overripe or underripe fruit

7. Packaging:

• Packed in ventilated cartons (2kg, 5kg, 10kg)
• Food-grade liners for freshness

8. Storage & Shelf Life:

• Temperature: 0–2°C
• Relative Humidity: 90–95%
• Shelf life: 2–4 weeks under proper conditions

9. Residue & Quality Standards:

• Free from pesticides and chemicals beyond permissible limits
• Complies with EU, USDA, and other international standards

10. Shipment:

• Via reefer containers to maintain freshness
• Air-freight for high-value markets