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Banana

Banana is one of the world's most widely consumed and exported tropical fruits, valued for its natural sweetness, soft texture, and rich nutritional profile. India is one of the largest banana-producing nations globally, growing a wide range of varieties suited for fresh export, processing, and value-added product manufacturing across food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries worldwide.

Geodhara International exports fresh, export-grade bananas sourced from the leading banana-growing belts of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. Available in popular export varieties including Cavendish, Robusta, and Ney Poovan, our bananas are harvested at the correct maturity index, graded by size and weight, and packed in ventilated cartons to maintain freshness through transit.

We supply importers, fruit wholesalers, supermarket chains, and food manufacturers across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Africa with consistent supply, competitive pricing, and phytosanitary-compliant export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra)

Botanical NameMusa acuminata, Cavendish group

HS Code0803.90

Available VarietiesGrand Naine (G9), the standard export Cavendish; Robusta, Ney Poovan

Maturity at Harvest75% - 80%, shipped green

Finger Length18 cm - 23 cm to buyer specification

Caliber (Girth)39 mm - 46 mm

QualityFree from scarring, bruising and crown rot; crowns trimmed

Packaging13.0 kg to 13.5 kg net ventilated cartons with polyliner, cluster packed

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Storage Temperature13 - 14 degrees C at 90% - 95% relative humidity

Shelf Life21 - 28 days green life under an unbroken cold chain

CertificationPhytosanitary, APEDA

GMO StatusNon-GM

Harvest PeriodYear round

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 9 - 10 MT

Quantity:Approx. 20 MT

Uses & Benefits

Consumed fresh as a convenient, nutrient-dense snack worldwide.
Used in smoothies, milkshakes, and fruit juice blends for natural sweetness and creaminess.
A key ingredient in baby food formulations due to its soft texture and mild flavour.
Processed into banana chips, dried banana, and banana flour for snack and bakery applications.
Used extensively in baking for banana bread, muffins, pancakes, and desserts.

Known As

EnglishBanana

Hindiकेला (Kela)

Persianموز (Mowz)

Arabicموز (Mawz)

TurkishMuz

RussianБанан (Banan)

Chinese香蕉 (Xiangjiao)

Japaneseバナナ (Banana)

GermanBanane

FrenchBanane

SpanishBanana / Plátano

FAQs

What banana varieties do you export?

We export Grand Naine (G9), the standard export Cavendish, along with Robusta and Ney Poovan for regional markets. Grand Naine is the variety most international buyers specify, for its uniform finger length and travelling quality.

How are bananas packed for export?

Bananas are graded by finger length and caliber, cluster packed in ventilated cartons of 13.0 to 13.5 kg net with a polyliner, and shipped in reefer containers held at 13 to 14 degrees C.

What is the shelf life of exported bananas?

Shipped green at 75% to 80% maturity and held at 13 to 14 degrees C, our bananas carry 21 to 28 days of green life, followed by ripening at destination.

Are bananas available year-round?

Yes, bananas are available for export throughout the year from India, with peak harvests in Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra ensuring consistent supply.

What export documentation do you provide?

We provide complete export documentation including phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, fumigation certificate, packing list, and all required shipping documents.