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Sapota (Chikoo)

Kalipatti & Cricket Ball. Sweet, malty, hand-graded for premium fresh export.

Sapota (Chikoo)
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Sapota from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.

Sapota, widely known as Chikoo in India, is an exceptionally sweet tropical fruit resembling a kiwi in appearance but possessing a unique sandy, brown, caramel-like flesh. Cultivated extensively in the coastal belts of Gujarat (Dahanu/Gholvad GI tag) and Maharashtra, our export-grade sapotas are hand-picked at optimum maturity and carefully washed to present a clean, rustic brown skin.

Aethon Overseas supplies sapota available as cricket ball, kalipatti, dahanu gholvad chikoo. 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

ParameterSpecificationNotes
Colour/AppearanceBrown, potato-like rustic skinVisual grading
Size GradeWeight 50g–100g per fruitSize grading
Brix (sugar content)18-24 BrixRefractometer (very sweet)
MaturityHarvested hard, ripens softYields to thumb pressure
Shelf Life (air)5-8 days (refrigerated)Ripens quickly at ambient
Shelf Life (sea)10-15 daysCold storage (12-14°C)
Country of OriginIndiaAPEDA 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

NutrientPer 100 g
Energy83 kcal
Protein0.4 g
Total Fat1.1 g
Carbohydrate20 g
Dietary Fibre5.3 g
Sugars14 g

Minerals

MineralPer 100 g
Calcium (Ca)21 mg
Iron (Fe)0.8 mg
Magnesium (Mg)12 mg
Phosphorus (P)12 mg
Potassium (K)193 mg
Sodium (Na)12 mg
Zinc (Zn)0.1 mg

Vitamins

VitaminPer 100 g
Vitamin A3 µg RAE
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)14.7 mg
Vitamin E (alpha-toco)— mg
Vitamin K— µg
Thiamin (B1)0.06 mg
Riboflavin (B2)0.02 mg
Niacin (B3)0.2 mg
Vitamin B60.04 mg
Folate14 µg

Functional / Quality Markers

MarkerTypical value / range
TanninsNotable in skin
Soluble fibrePectin

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

  • Cricket Ball: Large, round shape, excellent taste
  • Kalipatti: Dark green folliage, elongated fruit, high Brix
  • Dahanu Gholvad Chikoo: Premium GI tag variety

Uses & Applications

  • Ethnic markets
  • Specialty exotics
  • Supermarkets
  • Milkshakes (Chikoo shake)
  • Smoothies
  • Thick shakes
  • Ice cream flavoring
  • Puddings
  • Sweets
  • High-energy snacks
  • Rich in fiber menus
  • Diabetic-friendly (moderate)

Packaging & Shipping

Pack TypeSizes AvailableMOQ
Corrugated Cartons4kg, 5kg net weight1 MT
Cold Chain Req.Maintained at 12-14°CChilling injury below 10°C
Fumigation/PhytoYesWashed to remove scurfy skin
  • 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 / FormMOQIndicative FOBLead Time
Trial sampleSmall sampleFree + freight at cost5–7 days
Standard grade1 MT / 1 containerUSD on request2–3 weeks
Premium grade1 MT / 1 containerUSD on request2–3 weeks
Bulk container (FCL)10–25 MTVolume discount3–4 weeks
Annual contractMulti-container/yearNegotiated pricingMulti-shipment schedule
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Why Aethon Overseas.

Four reasons importers, distributors and food manufacturers in 30+ countries choose us to source sapota from India.

Direct from source

Sourced direct from Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka — no mandi middlemen, competitive and transparent landed cost.

NABL-tested every lot

Every consignment ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering moisture, pesticide residue (EU MRL), microbiology and product-specific quality parameters.

End-to-end logistics

FOB Mundra/JNPT, CIF to any port or EXW Ankleshwar — phytosanitary, COO and destination compliance docs included.

Trial to contract

From small trial samples to multi-container annual contracts — one supplier across your full sourcing range.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about sourcing sapota from Aethon Overseas.

Indian Sapota is available year-round. However, we have two peak harvest seasons: December to February and May to July. During these months, the fruit achieves its highest sugar content and best skin texture.

Sapota is a climacteric fruit and ripens quickly. We use air freight for rapid delivery and refrigerated sea containers for bulk orders. Transit temperatures are strictly maintained between 5-10°C to delay ripening and preserve the sweet, malty flavor.

Aethon Overseas exports the 'Cricket Ball' variety (round and large) and the 'Kalipatti' variety (oval and highly sweet). Both are popular in the Middle East and Southeast Asian markets.

Sapotas are packed in 3kg or 5kg corrugated cartons or ventilated plastic crates with protective lining. Under optimal cold chain conditions, the export shelf life is approximately 5 to 8 days from arrival.

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