Green skin pomelo (Vietnamese: Bưởi da xanh)

Green skin pomelo (Vietnamese: Bưởi da xanh) is one of Vietnam’s fastest-growing fresh fruit export products and is often marketed internationally as premium pomelo or grapefruit-type citrus. A premium citrus fruit from Vietnam (mainly Mekong Delta)

Green peel → pink/red flesh
Sweet, mildly tangy, juicy, and mostly seedless
Weight: ~1.0–2.5 kg per fruit
Brix (sweetness): ~9.5–16%

Export Market Overview
Export value rising strongly (over $17.5 million in Q1 2025, +60% YoY)

Key markets:

• China (largest)
• USA, Canada
• EU
• Japan, South Korea
• Middle East

New market access:

• South Korea officially opened for Vietnamese pomelo imports
• Australia receiving first shipments in 2026
• Export Specifications (Typical)

Quality standards:

• Grade A, uniform size, no defects
• Clean skin, no pesticide residues
• Traceability required

Certifications:

• VietGAP / GlobalG.A.P
• Phytosanitary Certificate
• Certificate of Origin (C/O)

Packing:

• Cartons: 10–14 kg or customized
• Net bags / foam protection
• Cold chain recommended

Main growing areas:

• Ben Tre (largest, premium quality)
• Vinh Long
• Tien Giang
• Dong Thap
  Available year-round with peak seasons
  Export-oriented farms with registered codes and packing facilities

Why It’s in Demand

• Sweet taste (preferred over traditional grapefruit)
• Long shelf life (can store up to ~90 days under proper conditions)
• Attractive appearance (large, green, premium look)
• Strong health appeal (vitamin C, low bitterness)