Rambutan is one of Southeast Asia’s most iconic tropical fruits, instantly recognizable by its hairy red shell and sweet translucent flesh. Grown abundantly in Indonesia, especially in Sumatra, Java, and Kalimantan, rambutan offers a juicy, mildly acidic taste and is celebrated for its freshness and exotic appearance.

  • Consumed fresh as a snack or dessert fruit
  • Used in fruit cocktails, jams, jellies, and syrups
  • Processed into canned fruit or frozen pulp
  • Potential application in natural juice blends and exotic fruit mixes
  • Harvested at peak ripeness for best sweetness and texture
  • Sourced from well-managed farms in tropical lowlands
  • Naturally rich in vitamin C and antioxidants
  • Carefully sorted to ensure uniform size and minimal spoilage
  • Fresh or frozen options available
  • Packed in ventilated cartons or crates for fresh shipments
  • Cold storage between 8–12°C to maintain freshness
  • Frozen rambutan pulp stored at -18°C
  • Suitable for short-haul air freight and reefer sea container export
  • Consistent volume from Java and Sumatra regions
  • Harvest scalability during peak season
  • Available in fresh or frozen formats
  • Available for bulk contracts & spot shipments

Technical Specifications

SpecificationDescription
Varieties AvailableBinjai, Rapiah, Lebakbulus
Average Fruit Size4 – 6 cm diameter
Skin ColorBright red or yellow with soft spines
Flesh ColorTranslucent white
Taste ProfileSweet, juicy, slightly acidic
Shelf Life5–7 days (fresh), up to 12 months (frozen)
Harvest SeasonNovember – March