Bananas
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Country Of Origin : India
🍌 Bananas (Fresh Tropical Fruit)
Scientific Name: *Musa paradisiaca*
Category: Fresh Fruit
HSN Code: 08039010
✅ Product Summary:
Bananas are one of the most widely consumed tropical fruits, loved for their natural sweetness, soft texture, and instant energy boost. Grown in abundance across India, bananas are a rich source of essential nutrients and are exported globally in various varieties for both fresh consumption and processing.
📏 Physical Specifications:
Shape: Curved cylindrical
Length: 15–25 cm per fruit
Weight: 100–200 grams per fruit
Skin Color: Green when raw, turning bright yellow when ripe
Flesh Color: Creamy white to pale yellow
Texture: Smooth, soft, and creamy
Skin Texture: Thin to medium-thick, easy to peel when ripe
Seed Presence: Seedless (tiny black traces inside flesh)
Brix Level (Sweetness): 16–22° Brix
🍌 Popular Varieties:
Robusta – large size, high yield, bright yellow peel
Yelakki (Elaichi) – small size, strong aroma, sweet taste
Poovan – medium-sized, firm texture, good shelf life
Nendran – long and thick, mostly used in Kerala
Dwarf Cavendish – widely exported, uniform appearance
🌿 Nutritional & Health Benefits:
Water Content: ~74%
Calories: ~89 kcal per 100 g
Rich In:
Potassium (supports heart and muscle function)
Vitamin B6 (supports metabolism and brain health)
Vitamin C (boosts immunity)
Dietary Fiber (aids digestion)
Natural Sugars (glucose, fructose, sucrose for energy)
Health Benefits:
Provides instant energy
Supports heart and digestive health
Helps regulate blood pressure
Reduces fatigue and muscle cramps
Promotes mood balance due to serotonin support
📦 Storage & Handling:
Shelf Life:
Room Temperature: 4–7 days (depends on ripeness)
Controlled Storage (13–15°C): Up to 2 weeks
Packaging Options:
Corrugated fiberboard boxes with ventilation
Foam netting for delicate varieties
Standard Pack Size: 13 kg, 18 kg, or customized
Handling Instructions:
Store in cool, dry, and ventilated space
Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid overripening
Avoid refrigeration of fully ripe bananas (can blacken skin)
Handle gently to prevent bruising and early spoilage
