Turkey, Spain, Italy, and South Africa supply the majority of apricot juice available through Nutrada. Apricot juice suppliers on the platform offer puree, nectar, and concentrate from GFSI-certified facilities, filterable by origin, certification, and MOQ.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Prunus armeniaca |
| Available forms | Puree, nectar, concentrate |
| Origins | Turkey, Spain, Italy, South Africa |
| Certifications | GFSI (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000), EU Organic, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Baby food puree, nectar drinks, dairy flavouring, confectionery |
| Packaging | Aseptic bag-in-box, drums, IBC |
| MOQ | 200 L |
| Category | Juices Pulp Puree Wholesale |
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| Puree (10-15 °Brix) | Primary B2B form, thick orange consistency with natural beta-carotene | Baby food manufacturing, smoothie bases |
| Nectar | Diluted puree with water and sugar, minimum 40% fruit content per EU regulations | Ready-to-drink beverages, retail packaging |
| Puree concentrate (28-30 °Brix) | Reduced water content for cost-efficient shipping and storage | Industrial reconstitution, jam manufacturing |
Turkey dominates global apricot processing with over 800,000 tonnes produced annually, concentrated primarily in Malatya province which accounts for approximately 80% of Turkish production. This geographic concentration presents supply chain risks during adverse weather events or regional disruptions. Italy produces over 200,000 tonnes annually from Campania, Emilia-Romagna, and Basilicata, with Italian processors focusing on NFC juice and puree for European markets. Spain's Murcia region supplies EU-origin apricot juice with harvest windows from May to July, while South Africa provides counter-seasonal supply during European winter months. Fruit juice imported into the EU must comply with Directive 2012/12/EU on marketing standards including Brix levels, authenticity, and labelling requirements.
Apricot juice is light-sensitive and requires storage below 25 degrees Celsius to maintain beta-carotene content and bright orange colour. Bulk packaging includes aseptic bag-in-box for ambient storage, frozen drums for extended shelf life, and IBC containers for high-volume applications. Shelf life ranges from 12-18 months when stored below 25°C in light-protected containers. Confirm Brix specifications with suppliers before ordering, as concentrate levels directly impact final product formulation and apple juice or pear juice blending ratios in multi-fruit applications.
Turkey and Italy hold both EU Organic and USDA NOP certifications for apricot juice, with Turkish organic supply concentrated in the Malatya region. Spanish organic apricot juice is available from Murcia processors, though volumes are limited compared to conventional supply. Organic apricot juice has higher pricing due to restricted pesticide use and smaller harvest yields.
Consumer packaging formats include glass bottles, PET bottles, cartons, and pouches for retail distribution. Baby food applications require specialized jars and sachets meeting infant nutrition regulations. MOQ for private label typically ranges 5,000-10,000 units depending on packaging format. Confirm beta-carotene retention requirements before production starts, as colour intensity affects consumer acceptance in retail channels.
Manufacturers concentrate in Turkey, Italy, and Spain, with Turkish processors offering the most cost-competitive pricing due to raw material proximity. Request batch-specific certificates of analysis covering Brix levels, pesticide residues, and microbiological parameters. Documentation should include beta-carotene content measurements and compliance with EU Fruit Juice Directive standards.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified apricot juice suppliers from Turkey, Spain, Italy, and South Africa, covering puree, nectar, and concentrate across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026