Durian

Our customers use durian because of its rich texture, high nutritional value, and strong cultural and regional demand, particularly in Southeast Asian markets. Durian has a naturally creamy, custard-like consistency, which makes it useful in products like desserts, ice creams, pastries, and fillings without the need for additional fats or thickeners. Its distinctive, intense flavor—while polarizing—allows manufacturers to create unique and premium products that stand out in niche and specialty markets. Durian is also a good source of energy, fiber, and essential nutrients, supporting its use in indulgent yet nutrient-rich foods. It is often processed into frozen pulp, paste, or puree, which helps manage its short fresh shelf life and makes it more practical for large-scale production and export.

Durian can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

Our Durian is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions. Contact us to learn more.

Available As

We supply Durian in many different formats. Contact us to learn more.

Harvest Seasons

Durian grow in the Southern hemisphere from November to February, and in the Northern hemisphere from May to August.

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About Durian

King of Fruits

Durian is a large tropical fruit known for its spiky outer shell and strong, distinctive odor. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is often referred to as the “king of fruits.” Inside, the fruit contains soft, creamy flesh divided into segments, usually surrounding large seeds. The texture is rich and custard-like, and the flavor is complex, often described as a mix of sweet and savory. Durian grows on tall trees in warm, humid climates and is typically harvested when ripe fruits fall naturally from the tree. Due to its strong smell, it is sometimes restricted in public spaces in certain countries.

The Brothers International

Quality Promise

Brothers International and its 4 divisions, Brothers Ingredients, Dennick Fruit Source, Hosh International and Food Partners, are trusted global importers of premium Durian ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Durian is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Durian of exceptional caliber. All of our suppliers undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure we work with only the highest-quality processors and can fully guarantee traceability, sustainability, and compliance with all international regulations.

Each of our divisions has a specialized operations team to manage shipments and coordinate with customers and suppliers. They work closely with our in-house customs team to ensure efficient clearance, and collaborate with the USDA and FDA to maintain full regulatory compliance. This ensures your Durian ingredients move seamlessly through every stage of import, arriving on time and ready for production with complete confidence. With decades of sourcing expertise and a strong commitment to customer success, you can count on Brothers International to deliver the premium Durian ingredients your products require.

Certifications

As a leader in sourcing organic ingredients, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure full traceability, sustainability and to ensure they comply with all international regulations for chemical residues and pesticides. We are Organic Certified and all our organic products are NOP certified and Kosher certified.

Brothers International Food Holdings is a proud member of the CUSTOMS – TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISM (C-TPAT) program. C-TPAT is a voluntary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with businesses to strengthen supply chain security and reduce risks, including terrorism. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov

All our products are Kosher and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certified. We can supply all of our products with Organic Certification and, if required, unpasteurized purées and juices.

We have joined the global movement to protect the environment and improve lives for farmers and workers around the world. We help farmers in developing countries builds sustainable businesses that positively influence their communities. Brothers International can assist you in sourcing Fair Trade Certified™ and Demeter (Bio-dynamic)™ ingredients.