Frozen puree and juice concentrate require different supplier qualifications and deliver different results in the final product. Araza juice suppliers on Nutrada list both processing methods from GFSI-certified facilities, filterable by certification and MOQ.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Eugenia stipitata |
| Available forms | Frozen puree, juice concentrate |
| Origins | Peru, Colombia |
| Certifications | GFSI (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000), EU Organic, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Exotic tropical flavouring, beverages, smoothies |
| Packaging | Aseptic bag-in-box, drums, IBC |
| MOQ | 200 L |
| Category | Juices Pulp Puree Wholesale |
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| Frozen puree | Primary commercial form; requires cold chain logistics | Smoothie bases, ice cream flavouring |
| Juice concentrate | Water-reduced format for lower shipping costs | Multi-fruit blend formulations, beverage manufacturing |
Peru has wild and semi-cultivated araza in the Loreto and Ucayali regions, with Peruvian araza pulp exported frozen for juice and smoothie applications. Colombia is the primary commercial source of araza cultivation, concentrated in the Caqueta and Putumayo departments of the Amazon region. Supply concentration in these two countries creates procurement risks during weather events or export disruptions. Novel food status verification is required under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 before placing araza products on the EU market, as Eugenia stipitata juice is not currently listed in the EU Novel Food Catalogue.
Frozen araza puree requires continuous cold chain storage below -18 degrees Celsius to maintain its aromatic tropical profile and pale yellow-green colour. Standard packaging is frozen drums for industrial use, with 18-24 months shelf life when stored at -18°C or below. Batch-specific acidity measurements from suppliers are recommended, as araza's very high natural acidity varies by harvest season and affects final product formulations.
EU Organic certification is available from Colombian suppliers, though supply volumes remain limited compared to conventional lots. Peruvian organic araza typically requires longer lead times due to smaller processing facilities and seasonal harvesting patterns.
Private label formats include smoothie pouches, exotic juice blends, and functional beverage bottles targeting health-conscious consumers. MOQ for private label runs typically exceed bulk requirements due to specialized packaging. Final Brix specifications require determination before production starts, as araza's natural acidity affects sweetness balance in retail formulations.
Manufacturers are based in Peru and Colombia close to cultivation zones, allowing rapid processing of this highly perishable fruit. Request batch-specific CoA, microbiological reports, and acidity profiles from suppliers before placing orders. Multi-fruit blends often combine araza with mango juice or apple juice to balance the intense acidic profile.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified araza juice suppliers from Peru and Colombia, covering frozen puree and concentrate across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026
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