Here are the export-quality specifications for Sapodilla fruit:
- Variety: Should be of the best variety, commonly known as "Chikoo" or "Sapodilla" with good flavor and texture.
- Size: Uniform in size, typically 5-8 cm in diameter.
- Color: Fully ripe with a brown, slightly rough skin and a smooth, amber interior.
- Shape: Should be round or oval with no deformities or irregularities.
- Firmness: Slightly firm to soft, indicating it is ripe but not overripe or mushy.
- Taste: Sweet and fragrant, free of any sourness or off-flavors.
- Skin Condition: Clean, smooth, and free of blemishes, scars, cracks, or bruising.
- Packaging: Packed in strong, ventilated cartons or trays to avoid damage during transit.
- Maturity: Should be at optimal maturity, neither too green nor overripe.
- Hygiene: Must be clean and free from any foreign material, dirt, or chemical residues.
- Shelf Life: Should have an extended shelf life to withstand long-distance shipping, ideally 5-7 days after packing.
- Weight: Each fruit should ideally weigh between 150-200 grams.
- Pest & Disease-Free: Must be free from pests, diseases, or any sign of decay.
- Storage Temperature: Must be stored at appropriate temperatures, ideally between 10-12°C, to maintain freshness.
- Export Certification: Must meet international quality and safety standards, including certifications such as Phytosanitary certificates.
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