Packaged coconut water
Coconut water sa bote o karton
Coconut water that is filtered and treated so it keeps for weeks or months. It is a large export product and sells in supermarkets and gyms.
How it’s made
- Collect water from mature or young nuts under clean conditions.
- Filter and treat it, usually by pasteurizing, high-pressure processing or sterilizing.
- Fill into bottles, cans or cartons and keep cold where needed.
Who buys it
Supermarkets, convenience stores, gyms, hotels, airlines and exporters.
Rules to know
FDA License to Operate and product registration (CPR). Exporters also follow the buying country’s food rules. Requirements change, so confirm with the agency before you start selling.
Where it’s made in the Philippines
Processing plants are mostly near large coconut areas, such as Quezon, Laguna, Davao and Northern Mindanao.
How to start small
This needs equipment and testing. Many small makers start by supplying clean nuts or water to a processor, or by co-packing with one.
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