Specification Only 20% of the total crop of Oranges are sold as whole fruit. The rest make juices, extracts and preservatives. They can be kept for up to a week at room temperature, but this can be extended up to 2 weeks if kept refrigerated. Size Requirements for Oranges These are typically supplied in grades between 0 and 13. Minimum diameter of 53mm, not more than 10mm variance within the pack Common Quality Defects Found in Oranges We break quality defects typically into major and minor categories, with no tolerance recommended for the former, and a small tolerance recommended in the latter. This would typically be in the region of 5% 10% of a pack by either weight or count. Oranges: Major Quality Defects Mould, Rots or Breakdown Pest Damage, Infestation or Foreign Bodies Oranges: Minor Quality Defects Sizes outside of the stated grade (see above) Skin defects not affecting the life of the product (scarring/russets) Some greening, not over 5% of the fruit Most Common Defect Mould and rots are by far and away the most common reasons for rejections of this product. Look out for small soft rots, which will develop into complete breakdown. Distribution Temperatures for Oranges Distribution temperatures for this product are usually between 2°C 6°C It should be noted here, that in most mixed product distribution scenarios, Oranges along with most other fresh produce is grouped into the chilled storage and distribution network which would be expected to run below 6C. Available Packing: Loose and layered in cardboard boxes, loose in clear bags or overwrapped trays
Plastic wrapping tamper proof box packaging or bag packaging with seal. Same size, same weight. Own transportation delivering to harbor for exporting to our clients. 14kg / 17kg boxes or bags 40cm x 30cm.
40-48 xtra large 56-64 Large 72-88 Medium 105-125 Small Carton size:39x25.5x28.7 in cm 70 cartons per pallet 27 pallets per 40 ft container
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