Vietnam's Top 10 Fruit Exports Overview

Vietnam is a major global exporter of agricultural products, and its fruit exports have seen tremendous growth. The country exports a wide variety of fruits, but a core group of over 10 main types consistently dominates the export volume and value.
Here is a breakdown of the key fruits Vietnam exports, categorized for clarity.

Major Export Fruits (High Volume & Value)
These are the fruits that have established markets and make up the bulk of Vietnam's export revenue.
1.    Dragon Fruit: The undisputed king of Vietnamese fruit exports. It holds the top position in both volume and value. Vietnam is the world's largest producer and exporter of this fruit.
- Main Forms: Fresh, and increasingly as dried fruit and juice.
- Key Markets: China, Thailand, Indonesia, EU, US.

2.    Mango: A rapidly growing export. Vietnam has many varieties that are highly sought after.
- Main Forms: Fresh, dried, canned, and puree.
- Key Markets: China, South Korea, Australia, US, EU, Russia.

3.     Durian: This is a superstar in the making. While it faces strict import regulations due to its strong smell, it is incredibly popular in China and Southeast Asia. Vietnam recently gained official access to the massive Chinese market for durian, and exports are skyrocketing in value.

4.    Longan: Similar to lychee, it has a strong niche market, especially when dried.
- Main Forms: Fresh and dried (which has a much longer shelf life).
- Key Markets: China, US, EU, Japan.
5.    Banana: A staple fruit with massive production. Exports are growing as Vietnamese bananas gain international recognition for their quality.
- Main Forms: Almost exclusively fresh.
- Key Markets: China, South Korea, Japan, Middle East.

6.    Lychee: A seasonal fruit with a strong export market. Vietnam competes with China as a top global supplier.
- Main Forms: Primarily fresh, but also canned and dried.
- Key Markets: China, Japan, EU, US, Australia.
7.    Rambutan: This unique hairy fruit is popular in many international markets.
- Main Forms: Primarily fresh.
- Key Markets: China, Netherlands (for distribution in the EU), US.
8.    Pomelo (Grapefruit): A large citrus fruit that is sweet and less bitter than some Western varieties. Exports are significant.
- Main Forms: Fresh, and also as essential oils and candied peel.
- Key Markets: EU, UK, US, Canada, China.

9.    Watermelon: Grown year-round, it is a consistent export product.
- Main Forms: Fresh.
- Key Markets: China, Cambodia, Thailand.
10.    Jackfruit: Both the fresh fruit and processed products are gaining popularity globally.
- Main Forms: Fresh, frozen, canned (in syrup or brine), and dried.
- Key Markets: US, EU, China.

11.    Passion Fruit: Demand is booming due to its use in juices, desserts, and health foods.
- Main Forms: Fresh and concentrated juice.
- Key Markets: EU, US, South Korea.
Other Notable Exports (Growing in Importance)
These fruits are exported in smaller but growing quantities as Vietnam opens new markets.
•    Star Apple (Milk Fruit)
•    Mangosteen: Known as the "queen of fruits" for its exquisite taste. It is a high-value export that meets strict phytosanitary standards. 
•    Pineapple
•    Custard Apple (Sugar Apple)
Key Points to Remember:
•    Processed Forms: While fresh fruit is dominant, Vietnam is increasingly exporting processed products like frozen fruit, dried fruit, concentrated juices, and canned fruit to add value and reduce spoilage.
•    Market Access: The number of fruits exported depends heavily on market access. Vietnam's agricultural authorities work constantly to negotiate protocols with countries (like the US, Australia, Japan, EU) to allow new fruits to be imported. For example, gaining access for Vietnamese mangosteen to Australia was a recent major achievement.
•    China: China is, by far, the largest market for Vietnamese fruit, taking in a massive percentage of the total export volume, particularly via land border trade.

In summary, while Vietnam grows dozens of tropical fruits, it consistently exports over 10 main types in significant volume, with dragon fruit, mango, and lychee leading the pack, and durian rapidly becoming an export heavyweight. 

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