IQF Raspberry Whole

Premium IQF Whole Raspberries Wholesale from Ukraine

Premium IQF whole raspberries at €6.00 per unit – Individually quick frozen intact raspberries from Ukraine. Superior quality with 90-95% whole berry integrity, ideal for applications where visual presentation, structural integrity, and premium positioning are essential. Perfect for fine dining desserts, retail frozen fruit packaging, high-end confectionery, yogurt toppings, and premium food service applications.

Fruzbi Ukraine supplies Class Extra and First grade whole frozen raspberries to international distributors, food manufacturers, retailers, and HoReCa operations across Europe and globally. Our advanced IQF technology preserves not only flavor and nutrition but also the delicate structure of each berry, ensuring they arrive intact and beautiful for your premium applications.

Product Specifications & Quality Standards

Quality Grades Available:

Class Extra (Premium): The highest quality grade with uniform size, vibrant color, and exceptional structural integrity. Berries are carefully selected for consistent appearance, perfect for retail packaging, premium dessert plating, and applications where visual perfection is critical. Minimal size variation, no defects, deep burgundy color throughout.

Class First (Standard Premium): Excellent quality with 90-95% whole berries, natural size variation acceptable within commercial standards. Ideal for food service, manufacturing, and applications requiring whole berry integrity but with slightly more tolerance for natural variation. Outstanding value while maintaining premium appearance and functionality.

Physical Characteristics:

• Whole Berry Integrity: 90-95% completely intact berries with no damage or crushing
• Color: Natural deep red to burgundy, vibrant and uniform within batch
• Size Range: Uniform berry selection, typical 15-25mm diameter with natural variation
• Texture: Firm when frozen, maintains shape during storage and handling
• Structure: Drupelets (individual segments) remain intact and attached
• Surface: Clean, free from foreign materials, stems, leaves
• Defects: Minimal to none in Extra class, <5% minor defects in First class

Processing Technology:

IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) Process: Each raspberry is frozen separately at -40°C within minutes of harvest. This rapid freezing creates tiny ice crystals that minimize cellular damage, preserving the berry’s structure, flavor compounds, vitamins, and visual appeal. Unlike block-frozen fruit, IQF berries remain free-flowing and don’t clump together.

Harvest to Freeze Timeline: Berries are processed within 2-4 hours of picking, ensuring peak freshness and nutrient retention. This rapid processing window prevents enzyme activity that can degrade flavor, color, and texture.

No Additives: 100% pure raspberries with no added sugar, preservatives, artificial colors, or flavor enhancers. Clean label product suitable for organic formulations, health-focused brands, and premium positioning.

Cold Chain Integrity: Maintained at -18°C or below from freezing through storage, transport, and delivery. Complete temperature monitoring documentation available for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Technical Specifications Table

Why Choose Whole Raspberries Over Crumble?

Visual Presentation is Critical: When berry appearance directly impacts product value, whole raspberries are essential. Premium desserts, retail frozen fruit packs, yogurt toppings, garnishes, and confectionery demand the visual appeal of intact, beautiful berries. The €2 premium per unit (€6 vs €4) delivers measurable value through enhanced consumer perception and premium positioning.

Structural Integrity for Specific Applications: Whole berries maintain their shape during gentle mixing, layering, and plating. This structural integrity is critical for:

• Restaurant dessert plating where each berry is visible
• Retail packaging where consumers see whole fruit through transparent containers
• Yogurt and parfait toppings requiring intact berries
• Confectionery centers and chocolate-covered berries
• Smoothie bowls and acai bowls with visible fruit garnish
• Premium bakery items where whole berries are decorative elements

Premium Product Positioning: Whole berries signal quality to consumers. Food brands targeting premium segments, health-conscious consumers, or gourmet markets benefit from the clean label appeal and visual quality of intact fruit. The ability to highlight “whole berries” on packaging and marketing materials supports higher retail pricing.

Versatility for Any Application: Unlike crumble, whole berries can be used for ANY application. If a recipe requires crushed fruit, whole berries can be easily processed. This versatility is valuable for manufacturers producing multiple product lines or adapting to changing market demands without switching suppliers.

Maximum Nutritional and Flavor Preservation: The intact structure means minimal surface area exposed to oxidation. Whole frozen berries retain maximum vitamin content, antioxidant levels, and flavor compounds compared to processed alternatives. This is increasingly important as clean label trends and nutritional transparency become market expectations.

Applications by Industry Segment

Fine Dining & Premium Restaurants: Whole raspberries are essential for plated desserts, tasting menus, and premium presentations. Chefs rely on the visual perfection of Class Extra berries for dishes where each element is scrutinized. Applications include chocolate fondant garnishes, panna cotta toppings, tart decorations, entremet layers, and seasonal fruit compositions.

Retail Frozen Fruit Packaging: Consumer retail frozen fruit packs demand the appeal of whole berries visible through packaging. Shoppers select frozen fruit based on visual quality, making Class Extra berries ideal for retail brands competing on premium shelves. Package sizes from 300g to 1kg available for retail distribution.

Premium Confectionery: Chocolate-covered raspberries, fruit centers for pralines, and high-end candy applications require structurally perfect whole berries. The €6 price point is justified when each berry becomes a distinct confectionery piece with premium positioning and retail pricing to match.

Yogurt Manufacturing: Whole berry toppings for premium yogurt brands, parfait cups, and Greek yogurt packaging. Visual appeal drives purchase decisions in the competitive yogurt category, making intact berries a value-added ingredient that supports premium retail pricing.

Hotel & Resort Food Service: Breakfast buffets, catering presentations, and banquet desserts where food presentation reflects brand positioning. Hotels serving luxury and business segments require Class Extra quality for consistent guest experience expectations.

Smoothie & Juice Bars: Smoothie bowl toppings, açai bowl garnishes, and visible fruit elements in transparent cups. While crumble works for blending, whole berries create the Instagram-worthy presentations that drive social media marketing and customer engagement.

Premium Bakery Operations: Artisan bakeries, patisseries, and specialty cake shops using whole berries as decorative elements on tarts, cakes, cupcakes, and French pastries. Visual perfection is non-negotiable in premium bakery presentation.

Private Label Manufacturing: Food manufacturers producing premium private label products for upscale grocery chains, specialty retailers, and gourmet food stores. Whole berry integrity supports premium pricing structure and brand positioning.

Export & Distribution: Importers and distributors supplying retail chains, food service operators, and specialty food businesses across multiple markets. Consistent quality and complete export documentation support reliable international trade relationships.

Nutritional Profile & Health Benefits

IQF whole raspberries retain the complete nutritional profile of fresh berries due to rapid freezing immediately after harvest:

Vitamins & Minerals (per 100g):

• Vitamin C: 26-32mg (30-35% daily value) – immune support, collagen synthesis
• Vitamin K: 7-10μg (8-12% daily value) – bone health, blood clotting
• Manganese: 0.67mg (30-35% daily value) – metabolism, antioxidant function
• Folate (Vitamin B9): 21-26μg – cellular function, DNA synthesis
• Magnesium, Iron, Potassium: Present in beneficial amounts

Antioxidants:

• Anthocyanins: Responsible for deep red color, powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects
• Ellagic Acid: Unique compound with potential anti-cancer properties
• Quercetin: Flavonoid with anti-inflammatory benefits
• Gallic Acid: Antioxidant supporting cardiovascular health

Dietary Fiber: 6.5g per 100g (excellent source), supporting digestive health and satiety

Low Calorie: Approximately 52 calories per 100g, suitable for health-focused product formulations

Natural Sugars: 4-5g per 100g (naturally occurring, no added sugars)

Health Positioning: These nutritional attributes support clean label claims, superfood positioning, and health-focused marketing. Whole berries are ideal for products targeting health-conscious consumers, organic segments, and premium wellness brands.

Comparison: Whole Berries vs. Crumble vs. Fresh

Quality Control & Certifications

Multi-Stage Quality Control:

1. Pre-Harvest Monitoring: Fields monitored for optimal ripeness, weather conditions, and harvest timing. Only berries at peak ripeness (deep color, optimal sugar content) are selected for harvest.

2. Harvest Quality Control: Hand-picking or mechanical harvesting with immediate field inspection. Damaged or underripe berries removed before processing.

3. Processing Facility Inspection: Berries undergo washing, electronic optical sorting, and manual quality checks. Foreign materials, stems, leaves, and defective berries removed.

4. Freezing Verification: Temperature monitoring throughout IQF tunnel. Each batch documented for freeze time, temperature curve, and final product temperature.

5. Post-Freeze Quality Assessment: Sample testing for whole berry percentage, color consistency, structural integrity, and visual appeal. Class grading assigned based on international standards.

6. Microbiological Testing: Regular batch testing for total plate count, coliforms, E. coli, Salmonella, and other pathogens per EU Regulation 2073/2005.

7. Chemical Analysis: Pesticide residue testing, heavy metals screening, and verification of clean label claims. All results must meet EU MRL (Maximum Residue Limits).

8. Storage Monitoring: Continuous temperature logging in cold storage facilities. Documentation maintained for complete traceability.

Available Certifications:

• HACCP: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points – food safety management system
• ISO 22000: International food safety management standard
• BRCGS: British Retail Consortium Global Standard for Food Safety (upon request)
• IFS: International Featured Standards Food (upon request)
• Organic Certification: Available for specific certified batches from organic farms
• Kosher/Halal: Available upon request for specific markets
• Phytosanitary Certificates: Export documentation for international shipments
• Certificate of Origin: Ukrainian origin verification for customs and tariff purposes

Packaging & Logistics Solutions

Consumer Retail Packaging (300g-1kg):

• Stand-up pouches with transparent window showing whole berries
• Zip-lock resealable closures for extended use
• Premium graphics suitable for upscale retail shelves
• Nutritional panels, barcodes, and multi-language labeling available
• Private label design and printing services

Food Service/HoReCa Packaging (2.5kg polybags in 10kg boxes):

• Professional-grade food service packaging
• Easy portioning for restaurant kitchens
• Durable carton protection during storage and handling
• Clear labeling with production dates, batch numbers, best-before dates

Industrial/Bulk Packaging (10kg cartons):

• Food manufacturing and processing operations
• Cost-efficient packaging for high-volume users
• Corrugated carton protection with inner polybag liner
• Suitable for automated production lines

Palletized Shipments (20,000kg):

• Container load efficiency for international export
• EUR pallet standard (1200x800mm) for European logistics
• Stretch-wrapped and secured for transport stability
• Complete cold chain documentation
• 20ft container capacity: ~20,000kg | 40ft container: ~40,000kg

Private Label Services:

• Custom packaging design and printing for retail brands
• Branded polybag printing for food service distributors
• Multi-language labeling for international distribution
• Nutritional analysis and regulatory compliance support
• MOQ for private label: typically 1 container (varies by packaging complexity)

Why Choose Ukrainian Raspberries?

Ideal Growing Conditions: Ukraine’s temperate continental climate provides optimal conditions for raspberry cultivation. Warm summers promote sugar development while cool nights preserve acidity, creating the balanced flavor profile Ukrainian berries are known for globally. Rich, fertile soils (chernozem – black earth) deliver mineral nutrition without excessive synthetic inputs.

Superior Flavor Profile: Ukrainian raspberries are recognized for naturally sweet flavor (8-12% brix) balanced with bright acidity (pH 2.8-3.4). This flavor complexity makes them ideal for both sweet applications (desserts, confectionery) and savory uses (gourmet reductions, meat sauces).

Export Excellence: Ukraine has decades of frozen fruit export experience with established quality standards, certifications, and logistics infrastructure for European and global markets. Suppliers understand international quality expectations, documentation requirements, and cold chain management.

Competitive Pricing: Despite premium quality, Ukrainian raspberries offer competitive wholesale pricing due to favorable agricultural economics. The €6 price point for whole berries delivers exceptional value compared to Western European suppliers (often €8-12) while maintaining comparable or superior quality.

Sustainable Production: Traditional farming practices combined with modern food safety standards. Many Ukrainian farms practice integrated pest management (IPM), reducing chemical inputs while maintaining quality. Organic certification available for buyers requiring verified sustainable sourcing.

Reliable Supply Chain: Despite regional challenges, Ukrainian agricultural exports continue reliably. Established logistics routes to EU markets, multiple border crossings, and experienced freight forwarders ensure consistent supply to international buyers.

Strategic Geographic Position: Western Ukraine’s proximity to EU borders enables shorter transport times and reduced logistics costs compared to imports from South America, China, or other distant origins. Faster delivery supports just-in-time inventory management and fresher product arrival.

Frequently Asked Questions – IQF Whole Raspberries

What does “90-95% whole berry integrity” mean?

This specification indicates that 90-95% of berries in each package are completely intact with no damage or crushing. The remaining 5-10% may have minor drupelets separated or slight structural variations but are still premium quality. Class Extra grade maintains higher integrity (95%+) than Class First (90%+).

How do I choose between Class Extra and Class First?

Choose Class Extra for retail packaging, premium dessert plating, and applications where visual perfection is critical to product value. Choose Class First for food service, yogurt manufacturing, and applications requiring whole berries but with tolerance for natural size variation. Both grades deliver excellent flavor and nutrition – the difference is primarily visual consistency.

Can whole berries be used for jam and sauce production?

Yes, but crumble is more cost-effective for processing applications where berry appearance doesn’t matter. Whole berries cost €6 vs €4 for crumble – if you’re crushing berries anyway, crumble delivers identical flavor and nutrition at 33% savings. Choose whole berries only when visual presentation justifies the premium.

What is the minimum order quantity?

MOQ varies based on packaging and destination. Typical minimums: Sample orders (1-2 pallets for quality testing), Regular wholesale (1x 20ft container ≈20,000kg), Private label (1x 40ft container for packaging efficiency). Contact Fruzbi Ukraine through Faktorist for specific MOQ based on your requirements.

How long do whole raspberries take to thaw?

Thawing time depends on temperature and method. Refrigerator thawing (recommended for best texture): 6-8 hours. Room temperature: 2-3 hours. Microwave defrost: 1-2 minutes (use with caution – can damage structure). For recipes using frozen berries directly (smoothies, some bakery applications), no thawing needed.

Can I request organic certified raspberries?

Yes, Fruzbi Ukraine can supply organic certified batches upon request. Organic certification requires advance ordering and typically higher MOQs (container load minimum). Organic berries command premium pricing due to certification costs and lower yields but support clean label and premium organic product positioning.

What documentation is provided for export?

Complete export documentation package includes: Commercial invoice with HS code 0811.20, Packing list with batch numbers and production dates, Phytosanitary certificate (plant health), Certificate of Origin (Ukraine), Quality control laboratory analysis, Food safety certifications (HACCP, ISO 22000), Temperature monitoring records for cold chain, and Customs declaration support.

How do Ukrainian raspberries compare to Polish or Serbian berries?

Ukrainian raspberries are recognized for balanced sweet-tart flavor profile similar to Polish berries but typically at more competitive pricing. Serbian raspberries are also excellent quality. Ukraine’s advantage is established export infrastructure, consistent quality standards, and competitive economics. Many European buyers source from multiple origins based on seasonal availability and pricing – Ukraine provides reliable premium quality in the €6 range.

Can I visit the processing facility before ordering?

Yes, Fruzbi Ukraine welcomes facility visits for serious buyers considering container orders or long-term supply relationships. Visits can be arranged through the Faktorist platform. This allows quality verification, production capacity assessment, and relationship building before major commitments.

What happens if berries arrive damaged?

All shipments include temperature monitoring devices and are insured for transport damage. If product arrives damaged due to cold chain failure or transport issues, photographic documentation should be provided immediately. Faktorist’s buyer protection and quality guarantee programs support dispute resolution and replacement/refund processes based on documented issues.

9.5Expert Score

After comprehensive evaluation of the IQF Raspberry Whole from Fruzbi Ukraine, our editorial team is thoroughly impressed with the premium quality and versatility this product delivers to B2B buyers. These individually quick frozen whole raspberries represent the pinnacle of Ukrainian berry excellence, offering intact structural integrity, vibrant natural color, and exceptional flavor that meets the demanding standards of international food manufacturers and premium product developers. The IQF technology employed in processing ensures each raspberry is frozen individually at peak freshness, preserving not only the nutritional content but also the visual appeal that makes whole berries essential for high-end applications. From premium dessert plating to retail packaging and specialty bakery products, these whole raspberries deliver the aesthetic quality that discerning buyers require. Fruzbi Ukraine has demonstrated exemplary commitment to export standards, completing Faktorist's rigorous multi-level verification process including export certifications, quality control documentation, YouControl legal verification, and Diia digital authentication. The supplier's track record of reliability and professional B2B service adds significant value beyond the product itself. For businesses where visual presentation, structural integrity, and premium positioning are paramount, the IQF Raspberry Whole represents an excellent investment. While priced at €6.00 per unit—a premium over crumbled alternatives—the whole berry format opens doors to high-value applications where appearance directly impacts product success and consumer perception.

PROS

• Premium visual presentation and intact structure - Whole berries maintain their natural shape, vibrant color, and structural integrity, making them ideal for premium desserts, retail packaging, garnishes, and applications where appearance directly impacts perceived value and consumer appeal.
• Maximum versatility across all applications - Unlike crumble, whole berries can be used for any application from high-end plating to processing, giving buyers flexibility to serve diverse product lines and adapt to changing market demands without switching suppliers.
• Superior quality with comprehensive verification - Fruzbi Ukraine's multi-level verification through Faktorist, combined with Ukrainian agricultural excellence and IQF technology, ensures consistent premium quality that meets international food safety and export standards.

CONS

• Higher price point than alternatives - At €6.00 per unit, whole berries command a 50% premium over crumbled options (€4.00), which may impact margins for high-volume processing applications where visual presentation is not critical.
• Requires careful handling to maintain integrity - Whole berries are more delicate than crumbled pieces and may require additional care during storage, thawing, and processing to prevent damage and maintain the premium appearance that justifies the price.
• Slower thawing time for processing - The larger size and intact structure of whole berries means longer thawing times compared to crumbled pieces, which may require production schedule adjustments for time-sensitive manufacturing operations.