Find GFSI-certified Freeze-Dried carrot suppliers on Nutrada offering dices, slices, and powder from China, The Netherlands, and Poland. On Nutrada procurement teams can compare and request quotes directly.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Daucus carota subsp. sativus |
| Available forms | Dices (3x3mm, 6x6mm), slices, shreds, powder |
| Origins | China, The Netherlands, Poland |
| Certifications | BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000, EU Organic, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Instant soups, ready meals, baby food, pet food, camping rations |
| Packaging | 5-20 kg sealed bags |
| MOQ | 20kg |
| Category | Freeze-Dried Vegetables Wholesale |
Commercial Freeze-Dried carrot specifications centre on dice size and powder mesh as the primary procurement decisions.
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| 3x3mm dices | Small uniform cubes for rapid rehydration | Instant noodle toppings, soup mixes |
| 6x6mm dices | Larger pieces with visible presence in end product | Ready meals, camping foods |
| Slices | Thin rounds maintaining carrot shape | High-quality soup formulations |
| Shreds | Julienne strips | Vegetable medley products |
| Powder | Fine mesh for colour and nutrition boost | Baby food, seasoning blends |
| Variety type | What it means for procurement | Quality differentiator |
| Nantes type | Cylindrical shape, sweet flavour | Higher beta-carotene content |
| Chantenay type | Broad shoulder, tapered shape | Better colour retention post-processing |
| Imperator type | Long, slender variety | Standard processing grade |
Beta-carotene content and orange colour intensity are the primary quality specifications buyers verify with suppliers.
Dutch carrot production benefits from sandy soils in Flevoland and North Holland, with organic Freeze-Dried carrot certified under EU Regulation 2018/848 representing a growing specialty market segment. Polish carrot harvest runs August to October, allowing domestic freeze-drying processing that avoids import logistics and provides EU-origin supply chain traceability for manufacturers requiring European sourcing. China produces more carrots than any other country, making Freeze-Dried carrot dices a major Chinese export commodity with year-round production from multiple growing regions, though this supply concentration creates procurement risk during seasonal peaks. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets maximum cadmium levels for root vegetables including carrots, requiring verification in certificates of analysis.
Beta-carotene degrades when exposed to light and oxygen, requiring nitrogen-flushed packaging and storage below 20 degrees Celsius at under 65% relative humidity. Freeze-Dried carrot is supplied in 5-20 kg sealed aluminium-foil bags, palletised for transport. Shelf life ranges from 2-5 years depending on packaging quality and storage conditions. Buyers should verify moisture content stays below 3-5% as higher levels reduce shelf stability and colour retention.
The Netherlands and Poland supply EU Organic certified Freeze-Dried carrot, with dual EU-USDA NOP certification available from select Dutch processors. Organic supply depth is limited compared to conventional, with longer lead times typical during peak demand periods. Polish organic carrot harvest coincides with the August-October window, creating seasonal availability constraints.
Consumer packaging formats include stand-up pouches from 25g to 500g, glass jars for high-quality positioning, and sachets for single-serving applications. Private label MOQ starts at 500-1000 units depending on packaging format. Buyers must specify dice size before production as switching between 3x3mm and 6x6mm requires different cutting equipment setups.
Manufacturers are concentrated in China for volume supply and The Netherlands-Poland for EU organic and high-specification grades, with proximity to carrot growing regions reducing processing costs. Request batch-specific certificates of analysis covering moisture content, beta-carotene levels, and microbiological parameters including total plate count and yeast-mould counts. Freeze-Dried Beetroot suppliers often appear alongside carrot in soup base formulations, while carrot juice suppliers share the same supply chain infrastructure.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified suppliers from China, The Netherlands, and Poland, covering dices, slices, and powder across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026