In today's era, with the development of the international market along with the open-door policy, expanding exports is a great development opportunity in Vietnam.

Among our country's potential agricultural export products, fresh coconut cannot be ignored.

With the unique flavor and nutrition that fresh coconut brings, fresh coconut is increasingly attracting more attention from the international market.

To increase competitiveness in the international market, we must clearly understand the needs and important coconut export standards in Europe and the US, especially necessary for those who are intending to export fresh coconuts to these markets. Let's find out the answer with FASMPO in this article

1. The situation of our country's fresh coconut exports in Europe and The US

  • Europe and The US are known as potential markets in the world, with huge consumption power but are also famous for being extremely demanding markets.
  • According to data reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Europe ranks 4th among Vietnam's important agricultural export markets.
  • Besides, since the Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and Europe (EVFTA) appeared, among 547 types of Vietnamese agricultural products, about 94% are exempt from tax.
  • In 2023, the amount of Vietnamese agricultural products exported to European countries will increase by 18% compared to the same period in 2022, bringing in revenue of up to 27.14 billion USD. This impressive number proves the attractiveness of Vietnam's agricultural industry in this market. Among them, fresh coconut is one of the highly appreciated products.
  • Fresh Coconut is a tropical fruit, while the strength of European countries is mainly temperate fruits. This helps Vietnamese agricultural products reduce direct competition with other local fruits.
  • Supplier in Vietnam only need to ensure to improve product quality as well as control the amount of chemicals sprayed and ensure fresh coconut export standards, then the future of exporting fresh coconuts to the EU and the US will increasingly develop.

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FASMPO-FRESH COCONUT IN VIETNAM

2. Standards for exporting coconuts to Europe and America

Although it benefits greatly from the open-door policy and tariffs, Vietnam still faces big challenges from increasingly strict technical requirements from the EU and the US. To make the export process go more smoothly, businesses need to clearly understand the requirements of the export market. Below are some important criteria you need to know when entering this market for the first time.

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FASMPO-Standards for exporting coconuts to Europe

Pesticide residues are an important problem

  • The European Union has set maximum residue levels (MRLs) to limit the amount of pesticides and other contaminants on food.
  • Fresh Coconut have a natural shell that is quite protective, but the use of pesticides and injections into the tree can lead to excessive chemical flow.
  • Bleaching young coconuts requires strict compliance because some chemicals are banned in the EU market.

Coconut export standards for quality

  • Exported coconuts need to meet basic standards such as no scratches, clean preservation, and no problems visible to the naked eye.
  • There are no signs of pests or diseases and are not affected, the outside humidity shows no signs of abnormality (except when taken from a cold room).
  • Fresh Coconut should not have any strange smell or taste.
  • The Brix must meet standards determined according to DLVN 351:2020 standards

Fresh Coconut export standards for size and packaging

  • Fresh coconuts are often packaged in pe plastic food wrap or put into cartons for transportation. Each box weighs about 25kg or according to customer’s order.
  • Young coconuts can be peeled into a diamond shape and shaved before packaging.
  • Carton size depends on the weight of the fruit, usually according to ASEAN standards.

Vietnamese fresh coconuts have great opportunities when exported to Europe and America, but to be successful you need to better understand customer requirements.

If you need a supplier that meets the import conditions into your country, contact FASMPO for advice and supply of coconut products exported to the European and American markets.

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