Frozen French fries
Frozen pre-fried French fries from EU potato processors, for importers, distributors and food service in Africa, the Middle East and Asia. The fries are cut straight in 7×7, 8×8, 9×9 or 10×10 mm, pre-fried in vegetable oil and deep-frozen. They are packed in 2.5 kg bags in cartons, or in 10 kg bulk cartons, and travel in 40ft reefer containers at −18 °C or colder, about 24–25 t per container.
Key facts
| Species or cut | Pre-fried potato French fries, deep-frozen |
|---|---|
| Packing and carton weight | 2.5 kg bags (4 or 5 per carton) or 10 kg bulk cartons, palletised |
| Cartons and tonnes per 40ft | 40ft reefer, about 24–25 t net (less with 2.5 kg bags), confirmed in each offer |
| Origin | European Union |
| Approval | EU plant approval number indicated on the health certificate |
| Shelf life | shelf life 24 months |
| Temperature | −18 °C or colder |
| Lead time | 7–14 days after the order is placed |
| Incoterms | CIF / CFR / FOB |
| Documents | certificate of origin and health certificate for each shipment; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Inspection | SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Minimum order | One full container |
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Specifications
| Origin | European Union |
|---|---|
| Product | pre-fried potato French fries, deep-frozen |
| HS code | 2004 10 |
| Cuts | straight cut 7×7, 8×8, 9×9 and 10×10 mm; crinkle, steakhouse and coated fries on request |
| Packing | 2.5 kg bags (4 or 5 per carton) or 10 kg bulk cartons, palletised |
| Container | 40ft reefer, about 24–25 t net (less with 2.5 kg bags), confirmed in each offer |
| Storage | −18 °C or colder, shelf life 24 months |
| Halal | Halal certificate available on request |
| Labels | English; other languages on request |
| Documents | certificate of origin and health certificate for each shipment; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
Trade terms
Incoterms
CIF / CFR / FOB
Minimum order
One full container load (FCL)
Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection by SGS available at the buyer's request (quality, quantity, temperature).
Markets we ship fries to
Frequently asked questions
Which cuts of frozen French fries do you supply?
Straight cut 7×7, 8×8, 9×9 and 10×10 mm. Crinkle cut, steakhouse and coated fries are available on request.
How many tonnes of fries fit in a 40ft reefer container?
About 24–25 t net in 10 kg cartons, a little less with 2.5 kg bags. The exact tonnage is confirmed in each offer.
How are the fries packed?
In 2.5 kg bags, 4 or 5 bags per carton, or in 10 kg bulk cartons. The cartons are palletised in the container.
What is the shelf life of frozen French fries?
24 months at −18 °C or colder, provided the cold chain is not broken.
Are the fries Halal?
A Halal certificate is available on request for the shipment.
Can I mix fries with other products in one container?
Yes, a 40ft reefer can be split between fries and other frozen products at −18 °C, subject to the destination's import rules.