IQF Longan

IQF Longan (Frozen Longan) — Premium Vietnamese Export

IQF longan from Vietnam is among the most prized frozen tropical fruits in East and Southeast Asian food markets, and increasingly sought-after by dessert manufacturers, bubble tea suppliers, beverage brands and gourmet food retailers globally. VinFruits Global sources premium Individually Quick Frozen whole longan — with skin and seed intact for maximum protection during transit — from Vietnam’s primary longan-growing regions, delivering year-round supply with consistently high natural Brix (16+) and exceptional flavour integrity.

About the Product

Vietnam is one of the world’s top longan-producing nations, with key growing areas concentrated in the Mekong Delta (Tien Giang, Ben Tre, Vinh Long) and northern provinces (Hung Yen, Son La). Vietnamese longan is celebrated internationally for its translucent white flesh, exceptionally sweet and fragrant juice, and delicate floral aroma — qualities that distinguish it from Thai or Chinese competing origins and command premium pricing in informed markets.

The main harvest season runs from June to July, with the IQF processing chain activated immediately at peak harvest to capture the fruit at its optimal sugar content and flavour profile. The Individually Quick Frozen process preserves each whole longan with its skin and seed in individually separate, free-flowing form — preventing clumping, preserving freshness, and enabling precise portion control for food manufacturing applications.

IQF Technology Advantages

Flavour and Nutritional Preservation: Flash-freezing at ultra-low temperatures arrests enzymatic activity and cellular degradation at the moment of peak ripeness, locking in the natural Brix, aroma compounds and Vitamin C content that make Vietnamese longan so prized. No preservatives, additives or syrup are required — the product is 100% fruit.

Year-Round Availability: IQF processing transforms a July-peaking seasonal commodity into a year-round consistent supply, allowing buyers to plan production schedules and maintain product lines without seasonal supply interruptions.

Flexible Specifications: VinFruits Global offers whole IQF longan with skin and seed as standard, with alternative forms (peeled, de-seeded, arils only) available on request — accommodating both industrial and premium consumer pack applications.

Commercial Applications

Vietnamese IQF longan serves a diverse international buyer base. Bubble tea and milk tea chains source it as a premium topping. Asian dessert manufacturers use whole IQF longan in chè (Vietnamese sweet soup), tong sui and other traditional confections. Beverage brands use longan juice and extract for longan-flavoured drinks. Supermarket frozen fruit sections stock premium longan packs for direct consumer use. Food manufacturers incorporate longan into tropical fruit mixes, yoghurt inclusions, smoothie blends and ice cream variegates.

Export Specifications

Product form: Whole IQF longan (with skin, with seed; or as per customer request) | Brix: 16+ | Main harvest season: June–July | Storage: -18°C | Shelf life: 24 months from MFD | Packaging: 1 kg/bag, 10 kg/carton; or as per customer request | Loading capacity: 8–10 MT per 20FCL; 21–23 MT per 40FCL | Payment: 100% L/C at sight; or T/T 50% advance + 50% after B/L scan | Origin: Vietnam

Order Enquiry

VinFruits Global welcomes enquiries from bubble tea chains, Asian dessert manufacturers, frozen fruit distributors, beverage ingredient buyers and retail frozen category managers seeking premium IQF longan from Vietnam. Contact us via Mail, WeChat or WhatsApp to discuss product specifications, seasonal availability, minimum quantities and competitive pricing.