Freshly harvested green fava beans, individually quick frozen (IQF) to preserve peak tenderness, nutritional value, and vibrant color.
FAQ
Controlled blanching deactivates endogenous oxidative enzymes such as peroxidase, locking in the vivid chlorophyll hue, crisp skin structure, and authentic sweetness. Passing through cryogenic air blast tunnels at -40°C individually freezes each seed, preventing clustering or lump formation. Industrial kitchens and catering chefs can accurately measure frozen portions directly into cooking pots without pre-thawing, preserving maximum firmness and reducing mass loss.
Moisture-resistant five-ply corrugated master cartons are palletized on 120x100 cm standard heat-treated pallets, reinforced with heavy-duty edge protectors and shrink wrap. Shipments are loaded into 40ft High Cube reefer containers operating between -18°C and -22°C with proper floor airflow channels. Every logistics carrier is equipped with continuous temperature data loggers to guarantee zero thermal break from the manufacturing plant to destination hubs.
Fava beans undergo multi-deck vibratory grading and optical sorting to isolate uniform kernel sizes (typically 18–24 mm). The product represents fully double-peeled split or whole tender cotyledons with defect, blemish, and foreign plant matter rates maintained below 0.5%. Retail pouches and master cartons include compliant nutritional panels, GS1 barcodes, dual calendar lot coding, and destination-specific multilingual layouts.
The standard MOQ for regional overland delivery is 100 master cartons, whereas maritime and cross-border exports are scaled to full 20ft or 40ft reefer container loads (approximately 12 to 22 metric tons net). Standard packaging orders can be staged and loaded within 5 to 7 business days under EXW or FOB terms. Custom OEM private-label runs typically require up to 14 business days from artwork sign-off.
Every export consignment is supported by an official Phytosanitary Certificate, accredited laboratory Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming that organophosphate pesticides and heavy metal levels are well within Codex Alimentarius thresholds, Certificate of Origin, and attested commercial invoices. The production facility adheres strictly to ISO 22000 and HACCP audit protocols, ensuring smooth customs processing at borders.
Yes, fully automated vertical form-fill-seal lines can pack bulk institutional pouches of 2.5 kg, 5 kg, and 10 kg tailored for ready-meal manufacturers, hotel chains, and industrial kitchens. Contract manufacturing under private label (OEM) agreements is fully supported, subject to predetermined annual volume commitments, cylinder engraving approval, and technical spec alignment.
To preserve natural chlorophyll brightness and bite firmness, it is strongly advised not to thaw the product prior to cooking. Kitchen staff should empty the frozen beans directly into salted boiling water, commercial combi-steamers, or hot sauté pans. If forced thawing is necessary for cold salad assemblies, holding at refrigerated temperatures (+4°C) for 4 to 6 hours inside sealed bins is standard practice.