IQF Bitter Melon
IQF Bitter Melon from Vietnam. Sliced or whole for Asian cuisine, health foods, and traditional medicine applications.
| Product Code | V0029 |
| Scientific Name | Momordica charantia |
| Origin | Vietnam |
| Variety | Vietnamese Green (Mekong Delta) |
| Cut Type | Whole, Sliced (cross-cut), Half-cut (seeded) |
| Size | Slices 5-8mm; whole 120-200mm |
| Processing Method | IQF |
| Shelf Life | 24 months at -18°C |
| Packaging | PE bag in carton, 10kg/ctn or as required |
| MOQ | 1 x 20'RF container |
| Loading Capacity | 8-10MT/20'RF; 22-24MT/40'RF |
| Harvest Season | Year-round |
Description
Product Overview
Vietfrost is a trusted IQF Bitter Melon Supplier in Vietnam, processing premium Frozen Bitter Melon (Bitter Gourd) for export to markets worldwide. Vietnamese Bitter Melon is cultivated year-round in tropical conditions, producing uniformly shaped gourds with the characteristic bitter flavor valued in Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, and Filipino cuisines.
IQF Bitter Melon is used by Asian Cuisine, Traditional Medicine, Frozen Meals, Ethnic Food Distribution operators and manufacturers. Vietnam’s year-round tropical climate ensures uninterrupted supply. Our IQF process flash-freezes at -40°C to preserve color, texture, and nutritional value with a 24-month shelf life.
Available forms include Slices, Half-Moon, Rings. All product is blanched prior to freezing (where applicable), individually quick-frozen for free-flowing texture, and packed under ISO 22000 and HACCP protocols. Vietfrost offers competitive pricing from Vietnam’s efficient agricultural processing infrastructure.
Packaging Options
- Bulk Packaging: 10 kg PE bags in corrugated cartons.
- Retail-Ready Packs: 500 g and 1 kg for Private Label.
- Foodservice Packs: 2.5 kg and 5 kg formats.
- Custom Packaging with full branding and FDA-compliant labeling for all OEM orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bitter Melon Popular in the US Market?
Yes. Demand is driven by growing Asian and South Asian Diaspora communities, Health Food interest in Bitter Melon’s blood sugar regulation properties, and expanding Asian Restaurant chains. Key distribution channels include Ethnic Grocery, Asian Foodservice, and Health Food Retail.
What Is the Minimum Order Quantity?
MOQ is one 20-foot Reefer Container (approximately 18-20 MT depending on product format). Mixed Containers combining multiple IQF Vegetables are available for buyers who need product variety in a single shipment.
How Can I Evaluate Product Quality?
We provide detailed Product Specification Sheets, Certificates of Analysis (COA), and real production photos from our facility. Video of our processing line is available on request. For buyers requiring physical samples, small quantities can be arranged with cold-chain shipping at cost. Contact Our Sales Team to discuss your requirements.
Which Ports Do You Ship To?
We ship worldwide from Ho Chi Minh City Port. Key destinations include Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, Savannah, and New York/New Jersey (USA), as well as ports across Japan, South Korea, EU, Australia, and the Middle East. Both FOB and CIF terms are available. Contact Us for transit times and freight rates to your destination port.
