IQF Frozen Blueberries
Description
Technical Parameters
Product Description
GreenLand-food supplies IQF Frozen Blueberries for importers, distributors, retail frozen berry brands, bakery processors, yogurt and dairy topping producers, beverage manufacturers, foodservice operators and industrial fruit processors. We support cultivated blueberry, wild blueberry, Grade A, Grade B, calibrated size and mixed size supply according to order requirements.
We control size calibration, Brix, maturity, blue to dark blue color, whole berry condition, stems, clusters, mummified berries, split berries, leaking berries, mold, decay, surface ice, clumping, foreign matter and cold-chain handling before export packing. Available size options can include 6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm, 16mm+ and field-run mixed size, subject to crop season and order confirmation.
Blueberry Type & Size Options
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Type / Grade |
Product Character |
Suitable Application |
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Cultivated Blueberry |
Larger size, more uniform appearance and easier size calibration. |
Retail pack, bakery, dessert, foodservice and premium frozen fruit mix. |
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Wild Blueberry |
Smaller berry size and stronger typical berry flavor. |
Bakery, yogurt, smoothie, beverage and industrial processing. |
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Grade A |
Better color, fewer defects and stronger whole berry condition. |
Retail packing, bakery decoration and premium foodservice programs. |
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Grade B |
More tolerance for split, broken, leaking or color-defect berries. |
Jam, sauce, puree, fruit preparation and cost-focused industrial use. |
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Calibrated Size |
Selected size range such as 6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm or 16mm+. |
Projects needing stable appearance, portion control or label consistency. |
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Field Run / Mixed Size |
Uncalibrated supply with mixed berry sizes. |
Industrial processing, sauce, puree and frozen fruit preparation. |
Need a specific blueberry size or grade?
Send us your application, size range, grade, packing, quantity and destination market.
Specification
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Product Name |
IQF Frozen Blueberries |
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Blueberry Type |
Cultivated blueberry / wild blueberry according to available crop and order requirement. |
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Variety |
According to origin and confirmed supply lot. |
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Origin |
China or agreed origin according to order plan. |
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Crop Season |
July-August or according to origin and crop condition. |
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Ingredient |
100% blueberry. |
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Processing Method |
Individually quick frozen, sorted, metal detected and packed. |
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Size Options |
6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm, 16mm+ or mixed size, subject to order confirmation. |
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Current Size |
12-16mm can be discussed as the current standard size when supply is available. |
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Grade |
Grade A / Grade B / field run according to application, defect tolerance and packing need. |
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Brix |
Normally 7-12° or according to crop season and buyer requirement. Premium lots can be discussed for higher Brix needs. |
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pH / Acidity |
According to buyer specification if required. |
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Color |
Natural blue to dark blue blueberry color, with color variation controlled by grade. |
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Appearance |
Whole, individually frozen, free-flowing and without serious clumping. |
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Flavor & Odor |
Typical blueberry flavor and odor, without off smell. |
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Whole Berry Rate |
Controlled according to grade and confirmed specification. |
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Broken / Split / Leaking Berry Control |
We control damaged, split, leaking and crushed berries through gentle handling, sorting and freezing control. |
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Stem Control |
Stem and leaf removal with visual inspection before packing. |
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Mold / Decay Control |
Raw material receiving and defect sorting to remove moldy or decayed berries. |
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Mummified Berry Control |
Defect sorting for dry, shriveled and mummified berries. |
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Cluster Control |
Pre-freezing and post-freezing inspection to reduce berry clusters. |
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Clumping / Surface Ice Control |
Drainage, IQF freezing and cold-chain control for free-flowing condition. |
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Foreign Matter Control |
Sorting, inspection and metal detection before packing. |
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Packing |
1×10kg carton, 4×2.5kg carton, 10×1kg carton, retail bag, private label packing or tote packing for industrial projects. |
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MOQ |
Usually from 12 tons, depending on packing format and order plan. |
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Loading Capacity |
According to carton size, pallet plan and container type. |
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Shelf Life |
24 months at -18°C or below. |
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Storage |
Keep frozen at -18°C or below. |
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Lead Time |
According to stock, crop season, packing format and order quantity. |
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Loading Port |
China main port or confirmed port according to shipment plan. |
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Payment Terms |
T/T or agreed payment terms before order confirmation. |
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Document Support |
Specification sheet, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate support, loading photos and third-party inspection support if required. |
Size & Application Selection Guide
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Buyer Need |
Recommended Specification |
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Retail frozen blueberry bag |
12-16mm / 16mm+, Grade A, better color and whole berry condition. |
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Bakery decoration |
12-16mm / 16mm+, calibrated size and controlled split or leaking berries. |
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Yogurt / dairy topping |
8-12mm / 12-16mm, stable color and free-flowing condition. |
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Smoothie / beverage |
6-8mm / 8-12mm / mixed size, with Brix and acidity matched to formula needs. |
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Jam / sauce / puree |
Grade B / mixed size, controlled stems, mold, decay and foreign matter. |
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Industrial fruit processing |
Field run / mixed size, cost-focused grade and export-ready bulk packing. |
Large Calibrated Berries
We prepare large berries for retail, bakery decoration, dessert topping and premium foodservice use where appearance matters.
Medium Berries
We match medium berries for yogurt, dairy topping, smoothie, beverage and frozen fruit mix programs.
Small / Mixed Size
We support mixed-size supply for jam, sauce, puree, fruit preparation and industrial processing projects.
Whole Berry & Defect Control
We focus on whole berry condition, color sorting, stem control, split and leaking berry control, mummified berry removal, cluster control and foreign matter inspection before packing. These checks help protect retail appearance, reduce processing loss and keep bulk shipments consistent for downstream production.
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Buyer Risk |
Control Point |
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Stems mixed in product |
Stem removal and visual sorting before packing. |
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Split or leaking berries |
Gentle handling, size control and IQF freezing management. |
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Mummified berries |
Raw material selection and defect sorting. |
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Clusters |
Pre-freezing and post-freezing inspection. |
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Surface ice / clumping |
Drainage control, IQF freezing and cold-chain temperature control. |
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Mold / decay |
Raw material receiving, color sorting and defect removal. |
Processing Flow
We check origin, maturity, freshness and cold-chain condition.
We separate berries by size range, maturity and grade requirement.
We remove stems, leaves, clusters, moldy berries and mummified berries.
We wash berries under controlled conditions before freezing.
We reduce excess surface moisture to support free-flowing condition.
We freeze berries individually to reduce clumping and protect shape.
We inspect frozen berries for clusters, surface ice and defects.
We complete metal detection before final packing.
We pack bulk, foodservice, retail or private label formats according to order.
We store finished goods at -18°C or below.
We prepare frozen loading under cold-chain control.
Quality Control Focus
We match 6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm, 16mm+ or mixed size according to the confirmed order.
We review Brix, maturity and crop condition to match retail, bakery, dairy or processing needs.
We control blue to dark blue color and remove serious color defects according to grade.
We protect whole berry condition through gentle handling, IQF freezing and post-freezing sorting.
We remove stems, leaves and visible plant residue before packing.
We manage berry damage tolerance according to Grade A, Grade B or industrial specifications.
We remove moldy, decayed and unsuitable berries during receiving and sorting.
We control drainage, freezing and cold-chain temperature to support free-flowing berries.
We inspect for foreign matter and complete metal detection before shipment.
For retail, bakery, dairy or industrial blueberry projects
We can discuss size, grade, Brix, defect tolerance, packing and document requirements before quotation.
Packaging Options
1×10kg carton for importers, distributors and industrial processing.
4×2.5kg carton or other foodservice formats according to order.
300g, 400g, 500g, 1kg bag or market-specific retail pack.
Private label bag and carton mark support according to design and order plan.
Industrial tote packing can be discussed for large-volume processing needs.
Mixed loading can be discussed with frozen fruit, berry and vegetable products.
Applications by Size / Grade
Retail and Foodservice Packs
We recommend Grade A, calibrated 12-16mm or 16mm+ blueberries for retail bags, dessert topping and premium foodservice use. We focus on uniform color, whole berry appearance, lower split berry tolerance and free-flowing condition.
Bakery, Yogurt and Dairy Topping
We match medium and large berries for bakery decoration, filling, yogurt cups, dairy topping and frozen fruit mix. We can discuss Brix, acidity, size and defect tolerance before order confirmation.
Beverage, Jam, Sauce and Puree Processing
We support 6-8mm, 8-12mm, Grade B, mixed size or field-run blueberries for smoothie, beverage, jam, sauce, puree and fruit preparation processing. We keep focus on stems, mold, decay, mummified berries, clusters and foreign matter control.
Industrial Fruit Processing
For industrial projects, we help match cost-focused grade, bulk packing, loading plan, COA, specification sheet and cold-chain shipment requirements.
Document Support
Traceability & Batch Control
We keep batch records from raw material receiving to packing and loading. Carton marks, production batch, COA and loading photos can be matched according to order requirements.
IQF Frozen Blueberry Processing Video
This video can be used to review blueberry sorting, IQF freezing, packing and quality control. For bulk orders, we can provide COA, specification sheet, loading photos and inspection support according to order requirements.
Why Choose GreenLand Food
We support 6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm, 16mm+ and mixed size according to supply and order confirmation.
We reduce split, leaking, crushed and clumped berries through handling, freezing and sorting control.
We control stems, clusters, mummified berries, mold, decay, surface ice and foreign matter.
We match retail, bakery, dairy, beverage, foodservice and industrial processing requirements.
We support COA, specification sheet, certificates, loading documents, cold-chain shipment and inspection needs.
FAQ
1. Can you supply cultivated and wild IQF frozen blueberries?
Yes. We can discuss cultivated blueberry, wild blueberry, Grade A, Grade B, calibrated size and mixed size supply according to crop season, order quantity and destination market.
2. What blueberry sizes can you provide, such as 6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm and 16mm+?
We can support 6-8mm, 8-12mm, 12-16mm, 16mm+ and field-run mixed size when available. Final size range should be confirmed before quotation and production.
3. What Brix range can you provide?
Brix is normally 7-12°, depending on variety, origin and crop season. Premium lots with higher Brix can be discussed according to order requirement.
4. How do you control stems, clusters, mummified berries and foreign matter?
We use raw material sorting, defect removal, visual inspection and metal detection before packing. Stem, cluster, mummified berry and foreign matter tolerance can be discussed in the specification.
5. How do you control split berries, leaking berries and clumping?
We control handling, drainage, IQF freezing, post-freezing sorting and cold-chain temperature. Grade A and Grade B can have different tolerance levels based on application.
6. Which size is better for retail, bakery, yogurt or industrial processing?
Retail and bakery projects often use 12-16mm or 16mm+ berries. Yogurt and dairy topping can use 8-12mm or 12-16mm, while jam, sauce, puree and industrial processing can use Grade B or mixed size.
7. Can you support retail packing and private label bags?
Yes. We can discuss 300g, 400g, 500g, 1kg and other retail bag formats, as well as private label packing, carton mark control and pallet packing.
8. Can you supply bulk packs for foodservice and industrial buyers?
Yes. We support 1×10kg carton, 4×2.5kg carton, 10×1kg carton and project-based bulk packing. Tote packing can also be discussed for industrial orders.
9. Are IQF frozen blueberries free-flowing?
We control drainage, IQF freezing, surface ice and cold-chain temperature to support free-flowing condition. Final performance also depends on storage and transport temperature control.
10. Can you provide Grade A and Grade B blueberries?
Yes. Grade A is suitable for retail, bakery decoration and premium foodservice use, while Grade B is often selected for jam, sauce, puree and industrial processing.
11. What documents can you provide before shipment?
We can provide specification sheet, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate support, loading photos and third-party inspection support if required.
12. How should IQF frozen blueberries be stored?
IQF frozen blueberries should be stored at -18°C or below. We prepare frozen sea shipment under cold-chain control and support loading checks before dispatch.
Inquiry CTA
Send us your IQF Frozen Blueberry requirement
Please share blueberry type, grade, size range, Brix target, defect tolerance, packing format, quantity, destination market and document requirements. We will help match the specification and export packing plan.
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