Fresh Produce from Thailand
Fresh Thai Lime Supplier & Export Sourcing from Thailand
Source Fresh Thai Lime from Thailand for wholesale distribution, food service, retail programs and commercial food applications. ThaiMahapoke coordinates sourcing, buyer-defined specifications, export packing requirements, documentation and shipment planning according to each inquiry.
Variety, size, packing, MOQ, shipment details and commercial terms are confirmed upon inquiry.
Commercial Options
Commercial Types, Varieties & Size Options
Thailand grows multiple commercial lime cultivars. The exact cultivar, seed profile, size and availability should be confirmed for each sourcing program rather than assumed from the generic product name “lime.”
Pan-Type Thai Lime
Thai commercial lime cultivars within the Citrus aurantifolia group may be considered for food service, wholesale and fresh produce distribution.
Exact cultivar availability: subject to seasonal and supplier availability.
Tahiti / Persian-Type Lime
Tahiti-type lime belongs to a different commercial lime group and should not be treated as identical to every traditional Thai Pan-type lime.
Availability: confirmed upon inquiry.
Seeded vs. Seedless
Seedless should be treated as a buyer specification, not as a default claim for all Fresh Thai Lime. Buyers requiring seedless fruit should state this in the RFQ.
Commercial Size Requirements
Buyers may define size by measurable market requirements such as:
- preferred diameter or buyer size code;
- count range where commercially applicable;
- acceptable size tolerance;
- retail, food-service or processing application.
No ThaiMahapoke-specific Grade A/B/C, diameter range, fruit count or carton specification
is published until verified against actual supply.
Buyer Selection
Choosing the Right Fresh Thai Lime Specification
The “best” lime specification depends on where the product will be sold and how it will be used. Retail appearance, food-service aroma and processing economics can lead to different purchasing criteria.
| Buyer / Application | Key Commercial Considerations | What to Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Retail / Supermarket | Peel appearance, green color, uniformity and consistent presentation | Variety, size, color tolerance, retail pack and label |
| Fresh Produce Wholesale | Commercial durability, practical sizing and consistent cartons | Size range, condition, carton configuration and delivery term |
| Food Service | Aroma, acidity, juice use and practical kitchen handling | Variety, seed profile, size and packing |
| Beverage / Processing | Juice characteristics, acidity, seed profile and consistency | End use, variety, sizing basis and process specification |
| Long-Distance Shipment | Product condition, maturity, peel color and packing suitability | Transit plan, destination, arrival requirement and inspection scope |
Larger fruit is not automatically a higher-value specification. Buyers should select size
according to market preference, juice use, retail presentation and pack economics.
Product Identity
What Is Fresh Thai Lime?
Fresh Thai lime is fresh lime produced in Thailand and commonly known locally as Manao. Traditional Thai lime is associated with Citrus aurantifolia, while other commercial lime types may include Citrus latifolia depending on cultivar.
Thai lime is valued commercially for its sour citrus juice, distinctive aroma and versatility in culinary, beverage and processing applications.
For B2B sourcing, “Fresh Thai Lime” should be treated as a commercial category whose exact cultivar, seed profile, size, maturity, peel condition and packing are defined before quotation.
Fresh Thai Lime should not be confused with makrut / kaffir lime, which is a separate
citrus product with different culinary characteristics and trade positioning.
Product Specification
Fresh Thai Lime Product Information & Specifications
The table below describes a safe Phase 1 commercial specification. Final values are confirmed against buyer requirements and actual supplier availability before quotation.
| Product Name | Fresh Thai Lime |
|---|---|
| Local Thai Name | Manao |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Botanical Reference | Citrus aurantifolia; other commercial lime types may include Citrus latifolia depending on cultivar |
| Product Form | Whole fresh fruit |
| Commercial Variety | Confirmed upon inquiry |
| Typical Peel Appearance | Green to green/yellow depending on cultivar, maturity and product condition |
| Flavor Profile | Sour citrus; sensory characteristics vary by cultivar |
| Seed Profile | Buyer requirement to be confirmed; seedless should not be assumed |
| Size | Subject to buyer specification and current grading availability |
| Weight | Subject to cultivar, size and buyer specification |
| Maturity | Confirmed according to buyer, shipment and destination requirements |
| Appearance | Commercial fruit with agreed peel color, size uniformity and defect tolerance |
| Defect Tolerance | Subject to final agreed specification |
| Packing | Packaging configuration confirmed before quotation |
| Storage / Transport Protocol | Confirmed according to cultivar, product condition, shipment method and destination requirements |
| Final Specification | Subject to buyer requirements and supplier confirmation |
Buyer-Defined Quality Criteria
For a comparable quotation, buyers should define the required:
- cultivar / type
- seed profile
- size range
- peel color
- maturity
- surface-defect tolerance
- pack configuration
- label requirement
- inspection scope
Export Packing
Fresh Thai Lime Export Packaging & Packing Options
Lime packaging should protect fruit from compression, abrasion, unnecessary movement and moisture-related deterioration while supporting appropriate ventilation and handling.
Corrugated Export Cartons
Commercial cartons may be assessed for wholesale and export shipments.
- ventilation appropriate to the pack design;
- carton strength for handling and stacking;
- protective materials where required;
- buyer shipping marks.
Bulk Commercial Packing
Suitable where retail presentation is not required. Configuration depends on quantity, fruit size, shipment method, destination and supplier capability.
Retail-Ready Formats
Where supplier capability permits, buyers may request:
- net bags;
- trays or small consumer packs;
- labels and barcodes;
- destination-market information.
Exact carton dimensions, net/gross weight, pieces per carton, pallet quantity and container
loading are intentionally not published until verified for the selected cultivar and packing program.
Commercial Information
Buyer & Export Information
MOQ & Quantity
Confirmed upon inquiry.
Depends on variety, crop availability, packing, destination and shipment method.
Seasonal Availability
Subject to current supplier and seasonal availability.
Commercial volume and the requested cultivar must be checked for each inquiry.
FOB / CIF
FOB or CIF quotation basis may be assessed according to buyer requirements.
Final term depends on product specification, route, destination and shipment conditions.
Shipment Method
Air or sea freight may be considered depending on quantity, transit plan and required arrival condition.
Inspection
Third-party or buyer-specified inspection may be arranged subject to agreement and availability.
Lead Time & Payment
Confirmed during inquiry and quotation.
No fixed lead time or payment term is assumed on this page.
Information Needed for Export Planning
- destination country;
- destination port or airport;
- requested Incoterm;
- shipment method;
- required arrival specification;
- packaging and labels;
- inspection requirements;
- destination documentation requirements.
Commercial Uses
Markets, Applications & Buyer Segments
Fresh Produce Importers
For import programs that require defined origin, commercial specification, packing, documentation and shipment planning.
Wholesalers & Distributors
Suitable for redistribution into produce markets, grocery channels, restaurants and regional food-service networks.
Supermarkets & Grocery Buyers
Retail programs may prioritize peel appearance, size uniformity, consumer-pack formats, barcode and destination labeling.
Food-Service Buyers
Fresh lime is used commercially in sauces, seafood, Thai and Asian cuisine, beverages, restaurant seasoning and garnish.
Beverage Applications
Buyers may specify variety, acidity, aroma, seed profile and size according to beverage use.
Food Processors
Processing buyers may prioritize juice performance and consistency over perfect cosmetic appearance. Final acceptance criteria should be defined before quotation.
Postharvest Quality
Freshness, Quality, Handling & Inspection
Fresh lime quality is strongly affected by peel condition, water loss and handling after harvest. Green peel appearance can change during storage, making maturity and shipment planning important commercial decisions for fresh-market programs.
Selection & Sorting
Buyer-agreed sorting may consider:
- cultivar and size;
- peel color and maturity;
- shape and uniformity;
- shriveling or dehydration;
- bruises, cuts and mechanical injury;
- decay or abnormal surface damage.
Damage Prevention
Handling and packing should reduce:
- compression;
- abrasion;
- impact damage;
- excessive drying;
- unnecessary temperature fluctuation.
Storage & Temperature Management
The final storage and transport protocol should be confirmed for the actual cultivar, product condition, packing format, shipment method and destination.
No fixed ThaiMahapoke temperature or shelf-life claim is published until validated against actual supply.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
Where agreed, inspection scope may include:
- product identity and quantity;
- size and appearance;
- packing and labels;
- agreed commercial quality criteria.
Third-party inspection is subject to buyer request and commercial arrangement.
Custom Packing
Private Label & Custom Export Packaging
Buyer-branded or custom packing may be assessed where the selected supplier and packing program can support the requested format.
Buyer Branding
- buyer logo;
- custom carton artwork;
- shipping marks;
- country-of-origin marking.
Retail Information
- product label;
- barcode;
- retailer information;
- destination-market labeling.
Confirmation Required
Availability depends on order quantity, packaging format, supplier capability, artwork requirements and final confirmation.
B2B Sourcing Support
Why Source Fresh Thai Lime from ThaiMahapoke?
ThaiMahapoke helps international buyers turn a broad product inquiry into a clearer commercial sourcing requirement before supplier comparison and quotation.
Thailand Sourcing Coordination
Coordinate sourcing against buyer specification and current product availability.
Specification Coordination
Structure requirements around variety, seed profile, size, maturity, peel appearance and packing.
Packaging Coordination
Communicate commercial and custom packing requirements before quotation.
Inspection Arrangement
Discuss buyer-requested or third-party inspection subject to agreement and availability.
Export Documentation Coordination
Coordinate documentation requirements according to destination and shipment arrangement.
Shipment Planning
Review destination, transport mode and FOB/CIF requirements as part of commercial quotation planning.
This page does not claim ThaiMahapoke-owned farms, packing houses, factories, laboratories,
production capacity or certifications that have not been independently verified.
Buyer FAQ
Fresh Thai Lime FAQ for Importers & B2B Buyers
1. What is Fresh Thai Lime?
Fresh Thai Lime is fresh lime sourced from Thailand for commercial use, including wholesale distribution, food service, retail and processing. The exact cultivar and specification are confirmed according to buyer requirements.
2. What varieties of Thai lime are available?
Thailand commercially grows several lime cultivars, including Pan-type cultivars and Tahiti lime. Actual variety availability is subject to supplier and seasonal conditions.
3. Is Fresh Thai Lime seedless?
Not all Thai limes are seedless. Buyers requiring seedless fruit should state this clearly in the RFQ so the available cultivar can be confirmed.
4. What sizes of Fresh Thai Lime can I order?
Size options depend on available crop and supplier grading. Buyers should provide their preferred size range or commercial size requirement, which will be confirmed before quotation.
5. What maturity or peel color should I specify?
Commercial requirements can vary by market and shipment plan. Buyers may specify preferred green color, maturity and acceptable color variation according to their market.
6. What packaging is available for export?
Possible options may include ventilated export cartons, bulk commercial packs and selected retail-ready formats. Exact carton size, weight and configuration are confirmed before quotation.
7. What is the MOQ for Fresh Thai Lime?
MOQ is confirmed upon inquiry and depends on variety, packing, destination, shipment method and current availability.
8. Can ThaiMahapoke quote FOB or CIF?
FOB and CIF requirements can be assessed. Final quotation depends on product specification, quantity, destination and shipment conditions.
9. Can Fresh Thai Lime be shipped by air or sea?
Shipment method depends on destination, quantity, transit time, product condition and required arrival quality. Air or sea freight suitability is confirmed during shipment planning.
10. Can I request third-party inspection?
Third-party or buyer-specified inspection may be arranged subject to agreement, inspection availability and the final commercial arrangement.
11. Is private-label packaging available?
Private label, custom cartons and retail labels may be available depending on order quantity, packaging format and supplier capability. Final availability is confirmed before quotation.
12. What information should I provide before requesting a quotation?
Please provide the required variety or type, seed preference, size, maturity or peel-color requirement, quantity, packaging, destination country, port or airport, preferred trade term, shipment method and any inspection or private-label requirements.
B2B Inquiry
Request a Fresh Thai Lime Quotation
Send a clear commercial requirement so availability, packing and quotation basis can be reviewed against the correct product specification.
- Product / variety / type
- Seed preference
- Size requirement
- Maturity / peel color
- Estimated quantity
- Packaging
- Destination country
- Port / airport
- FOB / CIF requirement
- Shipment method
- Private label requirement
- Inspection requirement
Mini Buying Guide
Fresh Thai Lime Buying Guide
Use these sourcing checks before comparing quotations. A more precise RFQ makes price, quality and supplier comparisons more meaningful.
1. Define the Commercial Type
Do not source only by the word “lime.” State whether you need a traditional Thai Pan-type lime, Tahiti/Persian-type lime, seedless requirement or another defined cultivar.
2. Define the End Use
Retail buyers may prioritize appearance; food-service buyers may focus on aroma and acidity; processors may prioritize juice characteristics, seed profile and consistency.
3. Specify Size Clearly
Use diameter, a recognized buyer size code or other measurable specification where possible. Avoid vague terms such as “medium” without a commercial definition.
4. Define Peel Color & Maturity
Clarify the desired shipping and arrival appearance because lime peel color can change after harvest.
5. Confirm Seed Requirements
If seedless fruit is commercially important, make it an explicit requirement. Do not assume every Thai lime is seedless.
6. Match Packaging to Shipment
Discuss carton strength, ventilation, internal protection, palletization and retail-pack requirements against the shipment method and destination.
7. Consider Transit Time
Air and sea freight differ in transit time, cost structure, shipment quantity and handling requirements. Shipment mode should be evaluated together with product condition and packing.
8. Confirm Destination Requirements
Provide destination country, port or airport, labeling rules, import-document requirements, inspection scope and other applicable entry requirements early in the inquiry.
9. Use a Written Final Specification
Confirm variety, size, color, maturity, defect tolerance, packing, labels, quantity, inspection and shipment term in writing before shipment.