Fresh Frozen Cut Okra
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Technical Parameters
IQF Frozen Okra for Importers, Foodservice, Ready Meals and Private Label
IQF Frozen Cut Okra for Foodservice, Gumbo, Curry and Bulk Supply
GreenLand supplies IQF Frozen Cut Okra for global B2B buyers, including importers, frozen vegetable distributors, foodservice suppliers, ready meal factories, sauce manufacturers, restaurant chains and private label brands.
Our frozen okra is made from selected fresh green okra with suitable maturity, then washed, trimmed, cut or sliced according to specification, blanched or pre-treated when required, individually quick frozen, inspected and packed under frozen food export standards.
Image evidence: whole okra shape, natural green color and product condition for buyer review.
Product Description
Available formats include IQF Whole Okra, Frozen Sliced Okra, cut okra and baby okra. Common specifications include whole okra with diameter max. 20-22mm and length 60-90mm, 80-100mm or 90-110mm, cut okra with length 10-15mm or 20-30mm, and sliced okra with thickness 5-7mm, 10mm, 15mm or customized size according to buyer requirements.
GreenLand IQF Frozen Okra is suitable for gumbo, soups, stews, curry, stir-fries, ready meals, frozen meal kits, sauces, catering operations and retail frozen vegetable packs. We focus on natural green color, tender texture, controlled fiber, clean cut surface, low foreign matter risk, IQF free-flowing performance and stable cold-chain storage.
Bulk packaging, foodservice packaging, retail packaging and private label options can be arranged according to order requirements.
Image Evidence: Okra Forms, Processing and Export Support
Cut okra appearance for gumbo, soups, sauces and ready meals.
IQF okra cuts for free-flowing and portion control review.
Sliced okra option for stir-fries, curry and prepared meals.
Baby okra or smaller whole okra style for premium channels.
Bulk frozen okra product condition for importer comparison.
Frozen okra for gumbo, curry, soups and meal kit supply.
Factory support for frozen vegetable processing and export supply.
Processing equipment support for washing, trimming, IQF freezing and packing.
Certificate support for importer QA files and shipment preparation.
Export cooperation evidence for frozen vegetable buyers.
Available Okra Forms
| Form | Common Specification | Application |
|---|---|---|
| IQF Whole Okra | Diameter max. 20-22mm; length 60-90mm / 80-100mm / 90-110mm or customized | Retail packs, foodservice, curry, stews and premium frozen vegetable lines. |
| IQF Cut Okra | Length 10-15mm / 20-30mm; diameter max. 20-22mm or customized | Gumbo, soups, sauces, ready meals, frozen meal kits and industrial cooking. |
| IQF Sliced Okra | Thickness 5-7mm / 10mm / 15mm or customized | Stir-fries, curry, retail packs, foodservice and prepared meals. |
| IQF Baby Okra | Length 60-80mm or according to buyer requirement | Premium foodservice, retail frozen packs, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine, catering. |
Product Specification
The final specification should be confirmed by product form, cut size, grade, target application, packaging plan and destination-market requirements.
| Product Name | IQF Frozen Cut Okra / Frozen Okra |
| Ingredient | 100% okra |
| Origin | China |
| Processing Method | Selected fresh okra, washed, trimmed, cut or sliced, blanched or pre-treated according to specification, IQF frozen, inspected and packed |
| Style | Frozen, IQF |
| Available Forms | Whole okra, cut okra, sliced okra, baby okra, customized cuts |
| Common Sizes | Whole: diameter max. 20-22mm; length 60-90mm / 80-100mm / 90-110mm. Cut: length 10-15mm / 20-30mm. Sliced: thickness 5-7mm / 10mm / 15mm. Other sizes according to buyer requirement. |
| Color | Natural green |
| Flavor & Odor | Typical okra flavor, free from off-odor |
| Texture | Tender after cooking, controlled fiber and woody material |
| Grade | Grade A or according to buyer specification |
| Defect Control | Control tough fiber, woody pods, inedible caps, insect damage, black spots, yellowing pods and foreign matter |
| Additives | No additives unless required by customer specification |
| Foreign Material | Practically free from foreign matter, controlled by inspection and metal detection |
| Packaging | Bulk: 10kg/carton. Foodservice: 1kg / 2.5kg / 5kg bag options if available. Retail: 400g / 500g / 1kg bag. Private label available according to artwork and market requirement. |
| MOQ | Usually around 10-12 MT. Mixed container can be discussed according to order plan and stock availability. |
| Shelf Life | 24 months under proper frozen storage |
| Storage Temperature | ≤ -18°C |
| Loading Capacity | Around 20-22 MT per 40' reefer container, depending on packaging format |
| Loading Port | Qingdao / Xiamen / Dalian or other China ports according to shipment arrangement |
| Lead Time | Usually 15-21 days after order confirmation and deposit, depending on season, quantity and packaging |
| Payment Terms | T/T or L/C |
| Certifications | HACCP, FDA, GAP, BRC, Kosher, Halal, ISO or according to actual factory and order requirement |
| Supply Season | Year-round supply can be arranged through frozen storage and production planning |
| Documents Available | Specification sheet, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin, health certificate and other documents upon request |
Why Buyers Choose GreenLand IQF Frozen Okra
We supply IQF whole okra, cut okra, sliced okra and baby okra for different foodservice, retail and industrial applications.
Okra can be cut or sliced according to buyer specification, with attention to cut length, slice thickness, diameter, broken rate and visual appearance.
Selected okra with suitable maturity helps reduce tough fiber, woody pods and poor texture after cooking.
IQF processing helps keep okra pieces separated, making them easier to weigh, portion, mix, cook and repack.
Frozen okra is suitable for gumbo, soups, stews, curry, stir-fries, ready meals, sauces, frozen meal kits and foodservice operations.
GreenLand can prepare bulk cartons, foodservice packs, retail bags, private label packaging, COA, batch information and shipment documents.
Processing & Quality Control
Okra quality depends on raw material maturity, cut stability, fiber control, clean surface, inspection and cold-chain handling. We organize the process around export food safety and buyer specification.
We select fresh green okra with suitable maturity, uniform size and clean appearance, then remove yellowing, over-mature, insect-damaged, black-spotted, moldy or seriously defective pods.
Caps are trimmed when required, visible impurities are removed, and washing helps reduce soil, dust and field residues.
We cut into required length or slice thickness according to buyer specification and monitor broken pieces, irregular cuts and excessive caps.
Blanching or pre-treatment can be arranged according to product specification and final application to help stabilize color, texture and frozen storage performance.
Okra is frozen quickly and individually. The target result is separated pieces, natural green color, no serious clumping and convenient portion control.
We control tough fiber, woody pods, inedible caps, insect damage, black spots, yellow pods and foreign matter, while checking cut surface and size consistency.
Metal detection is used before final packing to reduce foreign material risk.
We pack in bulk cartons, foodservice bags, retail bags or private label packaging, then store and ship at ≤ -18°C.
Applications of IQF Frozen Cut Okra
Gumbo, Soups & Stews
IQF cut okra and sliced okra are suitable for gumbo, soups and stews, where okra contributes texture and natural thickening performance.
Curry & Indian Cuisine
Frozen okra is used in curry, bhindi-style dishes, vegetable mixes and foodservice cooking for Indian and Southeast Asian menus.
Ready Meals & Frozen Meal Kits
Cut okra can be used in ready meals, frozen rice, vegetable side dishes, sauce-based meals and frozen meal kits.
Stir-Fries & Foodservice
Whole, sliced or cut okra can be used in stir-fries, buffet supply, catering operations and restaurant menus.
Sauces & Industrial Cooking
Cut okra can be used in sauce manufacturing, prepared dishes and industrial cooking where controlled size and consistent supply are required.
Retail Frozen Vegetable Packs
Retail packaging can be arranged for supermarkets, ethnic food stores, private label frozen vegetable lines and frozen mixed vegetable packs.
Packaging & Private Label
GreenLand can provide flexible packaging for different sales channels. We confirm carton size, inner bag, net weight, gross weight, batch number, production date, shelf life, storage condition and product label before production.
| Packing Type | Options | What We Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Packing | 10kg/carton, 20lb carton or customized carton if required | Carton strength, inner bag, batch number and loading plan. |
| Foodservice Packing | 1kg bag, 2.5kg bag, 5kg bag, 10kg carton | Distributor label, handling size and frozen storage condition. |
| Retail Packing | 400g x 20/carton, 500g x 20/carton, 1kg x 10/carton or customized consumer pack | Bag size, label language, barcode, carton mark and destination-market rules. |
| Private Label | Plain bag, printed bag, buyer artwork, customized carton mark | Artwork file, label requirement, buyer mark and order quantity. |
| Mixed Container | Okra with frozen green beans, peas, sweet corn, mixed vegetables or other frozen products | Stock, compatibility, packing format and loading arrangement. |
Certificates & Export Documents
GreenLand can support export buyers with quality and shipment documents according to order and destination market requirements. Certifications are discussed according to the actual factory, product type and order requirement.
Cold Chain and Shipment Control
Frozen okra should be stored and shipped at ≤ -18°C. We confirm carton condition, label, batch number, loading temperature and container arrangement before shipment when the buyer requires loading evidence.
Avoiding thawing and refreezing helps reduce clumping, surface ice, texture damage, color change and quality complaints. Loading quantity should be checked by carton size, pallet requirement and final container plan.
Factory / Video Display
Watch our frozen vegetable processing video to understand our raw material selection, washing, trimming, cutting, IQF freezing, inspection, packing and cold-chain handling capability. For specific frozen okra production videos, batch photos, packaging details or loading records, please contact GreenLand.
Contact GreenLand for IQF frozen okra specifications, packaging options and quotation.
FAQ for Frozen Okra Buyers
1. What types of frozen okra can you supply?
We can supply IQF whole okra, cut okra, sliced okra, baby okra and customized specifications according to order requirements.
2. What are the common sizes for frozen cut okra?
Common cut okra sizes include 10-15mm and 20-30mm length, with diameter usually max. 20-22mm. Other sizes can be discussed based on production feasibility.
3. What are the common sizes for whole frozen okra?
Common whole okra sizes include 60-90mm, 80-100mm and 90-110mm length, with diameter controlled according to buyer specification.
4. Is your frozen okra IQF?
Yes. Our main supply is IQF frozen okra. IQF processing helps keep okra pieces separated and convenient for weighing, mixing, cooking and repacking.
5. How do you control tough fiber and woody pods?
We select okra with suitable maturity and inspect raw materials and finished products to reduce over-mature pods, tough fiber, woody texture, damaged pieces and major defects.
6. What packaging options are available?
We can provide 10kg bulk cartons, 400g retail bags, 500g bags, 1kg bags, foodservice bags and private label packaging according to buyer requirements.
7. What is the shelf life?
The common shelf life is 24 months when stored at ≤ -18°C under proper frozen storage conditions.
8. What documents can you provide for import?
We can provide specification, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin, health certificate and other documents according to order and destination market requirements.
Send Your Frozen Okra RFQ
Please send your required okra form, diameter, length, slice thickness, cut length, grade, packing format, order quantity, destination port, private label requirement, certificate request and target shipment time.
We will review the specification, packing plan, document support and cold-chain loading arrangement, then prepare a practical quotation direction for your Bulk Frozen Okra order.
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Technical specification · reference schedule
Frozen Fresh Cut Okra
We review the selected form, grade, process and packing against the technical schedule below. Published and TDS values are specification references for order review. External benchmarks apply only within their stated scope. Acceptance is governed by the signed SKU specification; the identified lot COA reports actual measured results.
01 / Physical & Sensory
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions - IQF Whole Okra | Diameter max. 20-22 mm; length 60-90 mm / 80-100 mm / 90-110 mm or customizedPublished reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Dimensions - IQF Cut Okra | Length 10-15 mm / 20-30 mm; diameter max. 20-22 mm or customizedPublished reference | Measure a defined frozen sample with caliper or size gauge; report distribution and tolerance. |
| Dimensions - IQF Sliced Okra | Thickness 5-7 mm / 10 mm / 15 mm or customizedPublished reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Dimensions - IQF Baby Okra | Length 60-80 mm or according to buyer requirementPublished reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Origin | ChinaPublished reference | Reconcile source declaration, intake lot and shipment documents. |
| Style | Frozen, IQFPublished reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Available Forms | Whole okra, cut okra, sliced okra, baby okra, customized cutsPublished reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Common Sizes | Whole: diameter max. 20-22 mm; length 60-90 mm / 80-100 mm / 90-110 mm. Cut: length 10-15 mm / 20-30 mm. Sliced: thickness 5-7 mm / 10 mm / 15 mm. Other sizes according to buyer requirement.Published reference | Measure a defined frozen sample with caliper or size gauge; report distribution and tolerance. |
| Color | Natural greenPublished reference | Compare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition. |
| Flavor & Odor | Typical okra flavor, free from off-odorPublished reference | Compare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition. |
| Texture | Tender after cooking, controlled fiber and woody materialPublished reference | Compare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition. |
| Grade | Grade A or according to buyer specificationPublished reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Size-grade inspection | Use the selected diameter, length, piece mass or count-per-weight grade; state the proportion permitted outside the range. | Measure the named anatomical dimension; count and weigh the same representative sample. |
02 / Physicochemical & Residue Controls
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Pesticide residue schedule | Named active ingredients and commodity-specific limits are selected for the destination market. EU source | Link farm spray history, laboratory LOQ and batch result to the destination MRL. EU database is one market reference; apply the actual destination rule. |
| Lead, cadmium and other contaminants | Apply the limit for the exact commodity and processed form in the destination market. EU source | State analyte, preparation basis, method, LOQ and lot result. Do not transfer a fresh-commodity limit to a processed form without the required assessment. |
03 / Microbiological Criteria
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Hygiene-indicator panel | Select aerobic count and relevant Enterobacteriaceae, coliform or E. coli indicators for the declared process and intended use. Codex | Report each quantitative result in CFU/g, method/reporting limit, sample plan and lot identity. |
| Pathogen acceptance programme | Define Salmonella and Listeria criteria when applicable to the destination, ready-to-eat status and buyer programme. Codex | State analytical portion, sample-unit plan, method and detected/not-detected reporting; identify the treatment and release basis. |
| Acceptance schedule | Select the test panel and limits by intended use (ready-to-eat or further processing), product form and destination. EU source | State organism, analytical method, sample mass and n/c plan; report actual lot results. A universal APC, coliform, Salmonella or Listeria limit is not assigned to every frozen product. |
04 / Freezing & Cold Chain
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | ≤ -18°CPublished reference | Probe the product thermal centre after stabilization; retain cold-chain records. |
| Separation & loose-ice assessment | Keep inherent moisture, loose ice and permanently frozen clusters as separate inspection categories. | Weigh separated loose ice and welded clusters against initial sample mass; distinguish natural paired pieces or blocks. |
| Product thermal centre | −18°C or colder after freezing and thermal stabilization; maintain the agreed frozen distribution condition.External reference Codex | Probe the thickest representative pack and retain storage/transport temperature records. Codex quick-frozen reference; selected product form and route must be frozen. |
| Frozen condition at dispatch | Hard frozen, correctly sealed and coded, without thaw/refreeze evidence or excessive loose ice. Codex | Check pack integrity, free-flow or block condition as declared, carton condition and loading temperature. |
05 / Pack Size & Shelf Life
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Shelf Life | 24 months under proper frozen storagePublished reference | Verify unopened-pack validation, declared storage condition and production/best-before coding. |
| Declared net contents | Verify each selected pack format against the artwork and applicable quantity-control rule. Codex | Calibrated checkweigher or scale; defined sample and tare. |
| Shelf-life basis | The labelled period applies only to its validated pack and continuous stated storage condition. Codex | Review stability study or approved shelf-life file and production-date code. |
06 / Process Controls
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Processing Method | Selected fresh okra, washed, trimmed, cut or sliced, blanched or pre-treated according to specification, IQF frozen, inspected and packedPublished reference | Check the approved product flow, line settings and identified production record; validate numerical critical limits within the site HACCP plan. |
| Raw-material preparation checks | Separate whole-pod length from cross-cut section length; assess fibre on a prepared sample. | Verify the selected product flow and the relevant trimming, sorting and pretreatment record. |
| Blanching / enzyme inactivation | Time and temperature are product- and cut-specific; confirm residual-enzyme endpoint when relevant. Codex | Record validated line set-points and product sample test; assess colour and texture after treatment. Only classify as a CCP when the site's HACCP plan identifies it as one. |
| Cooling and dewatering | Control prompt cooling and surface-water removal before IQF to avoid clumping and loose ice. Codex | Review line time/temperature record, draining check and frozen separation. |
| CCP designation | Use the site-approved HACCP plan to identify true CCPs and their validated critical limits. Codex | Check hazard analysis, monitoring, deviation and corrective-action records. A quality-control step is not automatically a CCP. |
07 / Ingredients, Additives & Allergens
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredient | 100% okraPublished reference | Verify approved formula, supplier declarations and line-specific allergen assessment. |
| Additives | No additives unless required by customer specificationPublished reference | Verify approved formula, supplier declarations and line-specific allergen assessment. |
| Added glaze / coating declaration | Declare any intentionally added water glaze, syrup, oil or coating and the measurement basis; loose ice is assessed separately. | Verify formula/addition records; agree a deglazing or coating test and net-content basis where applicable. |
| Additive use | Declare any colour-protection agent, acidulant or other additive by ingredient and maximum permitted use for the target market. NHC standard | Check approved formula, actual addition record and market-specific additive category. GB 2760-2024 applies to China; export rules are checked separately. |
| Allergen and cross-contact assessment | Declare inherent allergens and assess shared-line cross-contact from the actual facility schedule. FDA | Review line matrix, cleaning validation and buyer label approval. Do not claim a shared-line allergen or allergen-free status without facility evidence. |
08 / Defects & Foreign Matter
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Defect Control | Control tough fiber, woody pods, inedible caps, insect damage, black spots, yellowing pods and foreign matterPublished reference | Inspect a defined representative sample; record count or mass basis and disposition. |
| Foreign Material | Practically free from foreign matter, controlled by inspection and metal detectionPublished reference | Inspect a defined representative sample; record count or mass basis and disposition. |
| Intrinsic defect classification | Woody pods, dark spots, stalk caps, insect damage and irregular sections. | Record each defect class separately by count or mass; state sample size, denominator and combined-limit rules. |
| Hazardous foreign matter | No foreign matter detected in the defined inspection sample; reject and investigate any finding.External reference Codex | Define visual-inspection sample size and detector challenge in the signed quality schedule. "None detected" is a sampling statement, not an absolute guarantee of zero particles. |
09 / Packaging Materials & Label
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Food-contact pack | Specify inner-contact material and obtain the applicable food-contact compliance declaration. NHC standard | Review film structure, supplier DoC, migration evidence and actual intended conditions. GB 4806 series is China-specific; EU export also checks Regulations 1935/2004 and 10/2011. |
| Carton and seal integrity | Define carton stacking strength, bag seal and puncture resistance for the confirmed net weight and pallet plan. EU source | Inspect pack drawing, compression/seal test and shipment configuration. |
| Label verification | Match product name, ingredient/allergen statement, net weight, lot/date, shelf life and storage instruction to the destination artwork. Codex | Approve artwork against the signed specification and destination rules. |
10 / Detection & Traceability
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign-body detector | Validate Fe, non-Fe and stainless-steel challenge pieces for the actual product, aperture, pack and line; record the proven sensitivity. Codex | Challenge at defined start, changeover, interval and end points; retain rejection records. Do not copy generic detector sizes into a plant capability claim. |
| Lot traceability | Link input source lot, processing run, packaging code, test records, frozen storage and shipment to one finished lot. Codex | Trace one sample lot forward and backward in a recorded mock recall. Recall speed is stated only when the site has a validated target and record. |
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