Coconut

Our customers use coconut because of its versatility, functional properties, and strong appeal in both health-focused and global cuisine products. Coconut is used in many forms, including coconut milk, cream, oil, water, flour, and shredded flesh, allowing it to fit into a wide range of applications such as beverages, desserts, snacks, and dairy alternatives. Its naturally rich, creamy texture makes it an effective substitute for dairy, especially in plant-based products, while coconut oil provides a stable fat source for cooking and processed foods. Coconut also contains beneficial fats and electrolytes, supporting health and wellness marketing claims. Additionally, its distinctive flavor and association with tropical ingredients enhance product appeal, and its availability in shelf-stable processed forms makes it practical for large-scale manufacturing.

Brothers International is proud to offer various fruit juices and concentrates as USDA Organic certified.

Coconut can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

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

Available As

Milk
Cream
Desiccated
Water
IQF

Harvest Seasons

Coconuts grow in both hemispheres all year long.

Botanical: Cocos Nucifera

A Fruit, a Nut, and a Seed

Coconuts are large tropical fruits that grow on coconut palm trees, which are commonly found in coastal regions around the world. The fruit has a hard, fibrous outer husk and a hard inner shell that contains both coconut water and white edible flesh. Coconuts are believed to have originated in Southeast Asia or the Pacific Islands and have been an important food source in tropical cultures for centuries. The flesh can be eaten fresh or dried, and the liquid inside is naturally occurring coconut water. Coconuts are harvested year-round and are well adapted to warm, humid environments.

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 ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Coconut is sourced from the earth’s prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Coconut 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 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 ingredients your products require.

Brother International provides coconut ingredients including coconut milk, coconut cream and coconut water.

Industry Glossery

A Reference Guide for Fruit Ingredient Terminology

Check out our glossary for a consolidated reference of commonly used terminology across the global fruit ingredient industry. It provides straightforward definitions and context for the language and concepts referenced throughout the industry.