Papaya from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.
India stands as the world's leading papaya producer, offering a year-round supply
of hybrid varieties like the globally demanded 'Red Lady'. Known for its firm,
bright orange-red flesh, extended shelf life, and mild, sweet musky flavor, our
papayas are carefully harvested at specific color-break stages tailored to
transit times.
Aethon Overseas supplies papaya available as red lady, coorg honey dew, pusa nanha. From trial samples to multi-container annual contracts, every lot is cleaned, graded and quality-checked before shipment — with a Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary certificate and full export documentation included.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|
| Colour/Appearance | Green skin turning yellow/orange | Visual grading |
| Size Grade | Weight 500g – 3kg per fruit | Weight sizing |
| Brix (sugar content) | 10-14 Brix | Refractometer |
| Maturity | Harvested with 1-2 color stripes | For prolonged transit |
| Shelf Life (air) | 10 days (refrigerated) | Ambient/Cold |
| Shelf Life (sea) | 14-21 days | Cold storage (10-12°C) |
| Country of Origin | India | APEDA certified |
Nutritional Information
Typical values per 100 g, edible portion — sourced from USDA FoodData Central and the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN, 2017). Lot-specific values are documented on the NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis shipped with every consignment.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Energy | 43 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Total Fat | 0.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 10.8 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 1.7 g |
| Sugars | 7.8 g |
Minerals
| Mineral | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 20 mg |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.25 mg |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 21 mg |
| Phosphorus (P) | 10 mg |
| Potassium (K) | 182 mg |
| Sodium (Na) | 8 mg |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.08 mg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Vitamin A | 47 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 60.9 mg |
| Vitamin E (alpha-toco) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.6 µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.023 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.027 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.36 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate | 37 µg |
Functional / Quality Markers
| Marker | Typical value / range |
|---|
| Papain (enzyme) | Notable |
| Lycopene | 1.8 mg |
References: USDA FoodData Central · Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN 2017) · category-specific industry quality benchmarks. Values vary by variety, growing region, season and processing — request a per-lot COA for actual shipment values.
Available Forms & Variants
- Red Lady: Export standard, thick red-orange flesh
- Coorg Honey Dew: Oval shape, sweet yellow-orange flesh
- Pusa Nanha: Dwarf variety, excellent taste
Uses & Applications
- Supermarket shelves
- Fresh-cut fruit bowls
- Fruit markets
- Papain enzyme extraction
- Digestive supplements
- Skincare ingredient
- Tropical fruit blends
- Smoothie bars
- Nectars
- Tutti-frutti/candied fruit
- Meat tenderizers
- Green papaya salads/pickles
Packaging & Shipping
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|
| Corrugated Cartons | 10kg, 12kg (Foam netted) | 1 MT |
| Cold Chain Req. | Maintained at 10-12°C | Prevents chill injury |
| Fumigation/Phyto | Yes | Careful handling mandatory |
- Air Freight: 3–7 days
worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35
days
- Incoterms: FOB,
CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra
/ JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
- Phytosanitary Certificate — Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
- APEDA Registration — Mandatory agri export certification
- FSSAI License — Indian food safety compliance
- Fumigation Certificate — ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
Indicative Pricing & Lead Time
| Grade / Form | MOQ | Indicative FOB | Lead Time |
|---|
| Trial sample | Small sample | Free + freight at cost | 5–7 days |
| Standard grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Premium grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Bulk container (FCL) | 10–25 MT | Volume discount | 3–4 weeks |
| Annual contract | Multi-container/year | Negotiated pricing | Multi-shipment schedule |
Lab-Tested
