NFC and concentrate formats require different supplier qualifications and deliver different juice characteristics in the final product. Clementine juice suppliers on Nutrada list both processing methods from GFSI-certified facilities, filterable by certification and MOQ.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Citrus × clementina |
| Available forms | NFC juice, concentrate (60-65°Brix), puree |
| Origins | Spain, Morocco, Italy |
| Certifications | GFSI (BRCGS, IFS, FSSC 22000), EU Organic, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Premium RTD juice, children's beverages, smoothie blends, confectionery |
| Packaging | Aseptic bag-in-box, drums, IBC |
| MOQ | 200 L |
| Category | Juices Pulp Puree Wholesale |
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| NFC juice | Direct pressing from fresh fruit, seasonal availability only, higher shipping costs | Premium RTD beverages, children's juice |
| Concentrate 60-65°Brix | Year-round supply, reduced shipping volume, requires reconstitution | Juice blends, flavored beverages, syrups |
| Puree | Thick consistency with natural fibers, maintains fruit texture | Jams, desserts, smoothie bases |
Spain controls 60% of global clementine production, with Valencia and Murcia regions harvesting from October to February and processing NFC juice from off-grade fruit during peak season. Morocco supplies significant volumes through the Berkane and Souss-Massa regions, producing the Nour variety with harvest from October to January. Italy processes clementines primarily in Calabria, where the Clementine di Calabria holds IGP status, creating premium NFC products for European buyers. This supply concentration creates price volatility during poor harvest years in the Mediterranean basin.
Clementine juice requires cold storage below 4°C to prevent fermentation and maintain vitamin C content above 300mg per liter. Aseptic bag-in-box packaging extends shelf life to 18 months at ambient temperature, while frozen drums maintain quality for 24 months. Concentrate formats travel at ambient temperature but buyers must verify Brix levels match specifications, as natural variation ranges from 11-15°Brix in raw fruit.
Spain and Italy offer dual EU Organic and USDA NOP certified clementine juice from dedicated organic groves. Morocco provides EU Organic certification only through select suppliers in the Souss-Massa region. Organic supply represents less than 5% of total clementine juice availability and requires advance contracts during the November-February harvest window.
Retail packaging formats include 200ml TetraPak cartons, 1-liter glass bottles, and 330ml PET bottles for children's juice lines. Pouches with sport caps target the children's market specifically. MOQ for private label starts at 10,000 units minimum per SKU. Buyers must specify Brix level before production starts, as consumer preference varies between markets for sweetness intensity.
European manufacturers concentrate in Spain and Italy, leveraging proximity to clementine groves and established citrus processing infrastructure. Request batch-specific CoA showing vitamin C content, Brix measurement, and pesticide residue testing for each shipment.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified clementine juice suppliers from Spain, Morocco, and Italy, covering NFC and concentrate formats across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2026
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