Nutrada lists suppliers of frozen rhubarb in diced and sliced cuts. Filter by processing method on Nutrada to find GFSI-certified suppliers and request bulk quotes directly.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Rheum rhabarbarum |
| Available forms | IQF diced, IQF sliced, BQF blocks, puree |
| Origins | Poland, Germany, Netherlands, UK |
| Certifications | GFSI (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000), EU Organic, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Bakery fillings, jams, compotes, beverages |
| Packaging | 10-20kg cartons |
| MOQ | 20kg |
| Category | Frozen Fruits Wholesale |
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| IQF Diced | Individual pieces, free-flowing for portion control | Bakery fillings, consumer packs |
| IQF Sliced | Longer cuts, individual pieces | Pies, ready meals, foodservice |
| BQF Blocks | Frozen in solid blocks, lower cost per kilo | Industrial processing, jam production |
| Puree | Pre-processed smooth consistency | Beverage production, sauce manufacturing |
Poland is the dominant European frozen rhubarb supplier and is confirmed as the primary origin for IQF rhubarb sourced by European food ingredient distributors, with processing facilities in the Lublin region and central Poland converting fresh spring stalks into year-round frozen supply.
Germany and the Netherlands are also established frozen rhubarb origins, with Dutch processors in particular operating within a broader multi-origin sourcing model consistent with their role as a major EU frozen produce hub.
All frozen rhubarb must be stored at -18°C or below under EU quick-frozen food legislation, and pesticide residue compliance is governed by Regulation (EC) No 396/2005.
Frozen rhubarb is commonly sourced alongside frozen gooseberry by jam producers, bakery manufacturers, and dairy dessert buyers sourcing tart fruit ingredients from the same Polish or Dutch supplier.
Frozen rhubarb requires storage below -18 degrees Celsius to maintain its tart flavor profile and firm texture after thawing. Standard packaging includes 10-20kg cartons with inner poly bags, palletized for cold storage distribution. Check the tartness specification on the CoA, oxalic acid content varies significantly between batches and affects the final product's sourness level.
EU Organic frozen rhubarb is available from German and Dutch processors, with Poland emerging as a secondary origin. Limited organic acreage means supply often sells out during peak bakery season. Dutch suppliers typically hold dual EU Organic and USDA NOP certification for export flexibility.
Consumer retail formats include 500g-1kg pouches for home baking applications and 2.5-5kg foodservice bags for restaurant use. Private label MOQ typically starts at 500kg per product specification. Buyers must specify the cut size, diced for portion control applications or sliced for traditional pie applications, before production begins.
European processors concentrate in Germany and the Netherlands, utilizing established cold chain infrastructure and proximity to fresh rhubarb cultivation regions. Request batch-specific CoA showing moisture content, microbial counts, and oxalic acid levels with each shipment.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified frozen rhubarb suppliers from Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, covering IQF and BQF processing across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 7, 2026
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