Watermelon from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.
Indian watermelons are cherished for their deep red color, crisp texture, and
powerfully refreshing thirst-quenching properties. We supply both seeded and
premium seedless varieties, highly demanded across the Middle East during the
sweltering heat. The 'Sugar Baby' and 'Kiran' (Black King) varieties offer
excellent sugar concentration and travel well in bulk reefers.
Aethon Overseas supplies watermelon available as sugar baby, kiran / black king, seedless varieties. 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 striped or solid dark green | Mottled patterns |
| Size Grade | Weight 3kg – 10kg per fruit | Size grading |
| Brix (sugar content) | 10-14 Brix | Refractometer |
| Maturity | Harvested ripe (hollow sound) | Crisp flesh |
| Shelf Life (air) | 10-15 days | Ambient/Refrigerated |
| Shelf Life (sea) | 15-20 days | Cold storage (10-15°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 | 30 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.6 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 6.2 g |
Minerals
| Mineral | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 7 mg |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.24 mg |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 10 mg |
| Phosphorus (P) | 11 mg |
| Potassium (K) | 112 mg |
| Sodium (Na) | 1 mg |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.1 mg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Vitamin A | 28 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 8.1 mg |
| Vitamin E (alpha-toco) | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.1 µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.033 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.021 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.18 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate | 3 µg |
Functional / Quality Markers
| Marker | Typical value / range |
|---|
| Lycopene | 4.5 mg |
| Citrulline | 1.6-3.5 g/kg |
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
- Sugar Baby: Small (3-5kg), very sweet, dark rind
- Kiran / Black King: Oblong, distinct stripes, highly crisp
- Seedless Varieties: Premium export standard, no black seeds
Uses & Applications
- Supermarket bulk displays
- Pre-cut fruit salads
- Fruit markets
- Fresh watermelon juice
- Slushies and mocktails
- Flavored water base
- Fruit carving & platters
- Buffet displays
- Salads
- Sorbet base
- Popsicles
- Garnishes
Packaging & Shipping
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|
| Bulk Bins/Cartons | 10kg, 20kg, or 500kg Bins | 1 MT |
| Cold Chain Req. | Maintained at 10-15°C | Prevents chill injury below 7°C |
| Fumigation/Phyto | Yes | Surface cleaned and certified |
- 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
