Product: Iranian Tomato Paste for Export
General Introduction
Iranian export tomato paste is a natural, thick, and high-quality product made from processing fresh, meaty tomatoes grown on Iran's fertile farms (particularly in the provinces of Fars, Azerbaijan, Khorasan, and Khuzestan) under the most modern production lines using Italian and German technology. With its four-season climate, abundant sunshine, and suitable water resources, Iran is one of the major tomato producers in the Middle East. Iranian tomato paste, with its bright red color, balanced sweet and sour taste, and high consistency, has secured a special place in regional and global markets. This product is currently exported to numerous destinations including Iraq, Afghanistan, CIS countries, Persian Gulf states, Pakistan, Africa, and Eastern Europe, and is an essential ingredient in kitchens and the food industry.
Types and Grades Available
Iranian export tomato paste is supplied in the following varieties based on concentration, packaging, and application:
· Industrial / Bulk Tomato Paste:
With high Brix (typically 28-30 and 36-38) for use as a raw material in the production of ketchup, canned goods, ready meals, and meat products. Packed in aseptic drums, metal drums with a special lacquer inner coating, or sterile bags inside metal drums.
· Retail Tomato Paste:
With Brix 25-27 and 27-29, packaged in metal cans (lacquered interior), glass jars, and polyamide sachets. Common weights: 400 g, 800 g, 2 kg, and 4 kg. Suitable for household consumption, restaurants, and industrial kitchens.
· Tomato Paste with Special Flavors and Formulations:
Upon customer request, the addition of garlic, basil, chili, and other natural flavorings, or the production of low-salt and preservative-free (Clean Label) paste for sensitive markets is possible.
Standards and Certifications
Iranian export tomato paste is produced and supplied in compliance with the following requirements and standards:
· Iranian National Standard ISIRI 761 (Tomato Paste)
· Codex Alimentarius (Codex Stan 57-1981 for Processed Tomato Concentrates)
· HACCP and ISO 22000 Certifications (Food Safety Management) from the manufacturing plants
· Halal Certificate from accredited bodies
· Phytosanitary Certificate if required
· Accredited laboratory approvals for each production batch including physicochemical and microbiological tests
Third-party inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, and Cotecna is possible at the origin upon buyer request.
Technical Specifications and Quality Assurance
· Brix (Soluble Solids Concentration): From 25-27 for retail to 28-30 and 36-38 for industrial grades (high purity without added starch or artificial thickeners).
· Salt Content: Typically 1.5% to 2% (adjustable to low-salt or no added salt).
· Acidity (as Citric Acid): Within the standard range to provide a pleasant taste and prevent microbial growth.
· Howard Mold Count: Maximum 40% positive fields (complying with strict requirements for export to Europe and sensitive markets).
· Microbial Factors: Free from pathogenic microorganisms (mold, yeast, coliform, E. coli negative, Clostridium negative).
· Color: Uniform dark red with no brown or black specks, showing a high a/b color index (indicating superior tomato quality).
· Consistency and Texture: Smooth, uniform, and free from seeds and rough skin, with the ability to hold shape at processing temperatures.
· No Artificial Preservatives: For Clean Label and organic markets, pastes without sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are also producible.
Export Packaging and Logistics
· Aseptic Drums: 220-240 kg metal drums with a special hygienic lacquer coating and an inner sterile bag. Suitable for long-distance sea transport without the need for a cold chain (stored at ambient temperature).
· Tinplate Cans: In 400 g, 800 g, 2 kg, and 4 kg weights with a golden lacquer interior coating. Packed in cartons of 12 or 24 units.
· Glass Jars: For premium presentation and specific retail markets.
· Sachets & Doypacks: Small, flexible packaging for easy use.
· Private Label / OEM: Design and printing of the buyer’s brand, logo, and nutritional information on cans, jars, and cartons is carried out to order.
· Export Ports: Loading from Bandar Abbas, Imam Khomeini Port, and other major ports; containerized and bulk shipping worldwide.
Competitive Advantages of Iranian Export Tomato Paste
· Premium, Freshly-Harvested Tomatoes: Use of meaty, deeply-colored varieties (such as Brix hybrids) harvested at peak ripeness; mechanically harvested and quickly transported to the production line.
· Processing at Source: Large paste production plants are located near tomato farms, minimizing the time from harvest to processing and preserving the freshness and color of the product.
· Advanced Production Technology: Use of vacuum evaporators and aseptic lines that achieve the desired concentration without thermal degradation.
· Competitive Final Price: Lower costs of raw materials, energy, and skilled labor in Iran make this product highly attractive in terms of pricing in target markets.
· Variety in Packaging and Brix: Meeting the needs of retail, wholesale, and industrial customers with high flexibility in pack size, concentration, and design.
· Supply Stability: High-tonnage annual production (processing capacity of several hundred thousand tons) and the possibility of signing long-term contracts.
Applications
Iranian export tomato paste is a strategic raw material in the following industries and uses:
· Home cooking and as a culinary base (stews, sauces, rice dishes)
· Industrial kitchens, restaurants, fast-food outlets, and pizzerias
· Production of ketchup, processed tomato sauces, and barbecue sauce
· Canning industry (baked beans, canned tuna, ready meals)
· Production of meat products and sausages (as a natural flavoring and coloring agent)
· Snack and chips industry (flavoring)
Why Iranian Export Tomato Paste
Iranian tomato paste embodies the pure taste of sun-ripened tomatoes, processed with the highest sanitary standards and modern technology. Relying on a fully integrated "Farm to Drum" supply chain, we deliver a product with guaranteed analysis, superior color and taste, and thoroughly hygienic, diverse packaging to our international customers. Choosing us means selecting a stable business partner with the capability for private label branding tailored to your target market.
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