Baby Romaine (Baby Romaine Lettuce)

Fresh baby romaine lettuce harvested at optimal tenderness and packed for export. Our baby romaine features crisp, narrow hearts with a fresh mild flavor and excellent shelf life when cold-chain handled. Ideal for fresh-cut processors, supermarkets, foodservice, and ready-to-eat salad producers. Sourced from partner farms in East Java and handled under strict post-harvest cooling and hygiene procedures.

Tender hearts with mild, slightly sweet flavor
Uniform size and color, hand-harvested and trimmed
Packed chilled with cold-chain handling for extended shelf life
Available in MAP retail clamshells and bulk export cartons
Compliant with international MRLs and export food safety standards

Product Overview

Baby romaine is a compact, narrow-leaf romaine lettuce variety prized for its tender texture and versatility in salads and ready-to-eat meals. We harvest in the early morning, hydro-cool immediately, and pack under chilled conditions to preserve texture and color for export markets. Suitable for retail, foodservice, and fresh-cut processors.

Delicate texture and crunchy midrib
Uniform head weight for consistent portioning
Cold-chain maintained from field to port (0–2°C)
Suitable for fresh-cut and whole-head retail formats
Private label and OEM packing available
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Technical Specifications

Key product parameters and export-ready specifications for Baby Romaine.

Product Specifications
ParameterValueUnitStandard
Botanical / VarietyLactuca sativa var. longifolia (Romaine) - baby/mini cultivar-Seed and variety declaration
Product FormWhole baby head (trimmed) / bulk whole heads-Export Packing Standard
Head Weight70–140g per headPack Specification
Leaf Color & QualityBright green, no discoloration, minimal insect damage-Visual Quality Standard
Packing Options200–300 g clamshells (retail), 500 g bags, 10–12 kg export cartonsg / kgCustomer Specified
Cooling / ProcessingField-harvested, hydro-cooled, chilled packing line-HACCP / Cold Chain
Storage Temperature0–2°CRefrigerated Transport
Relative Humidity95–98%Produce Handling Standard
Shelf Life10–14days (at 0–2°C)Cold Chain Storage
Pesticide ResidueCompliant with EU/US MRLs upon request; full traceability-International MRL Standards
OriginEast Java, Indonesia (traceable farms)-Country of Origin Labeling
CertificationsHACCP, HALAL, GlobalG.A.P. (selected farms), ISO 22000 (facility)-Export Certifications

Container Size & Production Time

Optimized refrigerated container loading and production timelines for export orders.

20' Reefer (Palletized)
10
tons
7–10 days
Estimated Production Lead Time
Surabaya (Tanjung Perak)
Jakarta (Tanjung Priok)
Indonesian Ports
40' Reefer (Palletized)
18
tons
10–14 days
Estimated Production Lead Time
Surabaya (Tanjung Perak)
Jakarta (Tanjung Priok)
Indonesian Ports
LCL / Consolidated Reefers
0.5–5
tons
5–9 days
Sample / Small Batch Lead Time
Surabaya
Jakarta
Indonesian Ports

Pricing & Minimum Order

Competitive, seasonality-aware pricing with flexible options for volume, grade, and packaging.

Minimum Order Quantity
1 x 20' Reefer (~10 tons)
Typical minimum for chilled export to maintain cost-effective cold-chain freight. Smaller MOQs available via LCL or consolidation.
Containerized chilled shipments with palletized cartons
Flexible scheduling for repeat buyers
Sample and small-batch options available
Price Range
Bulk Export (FOB)
USD 0.9-1.2
per kg
Best price for full reefer orders (palletized FOB Surabaya). Seasonal variation applies.
Wholesale
USD 1.2-1.6
per kg
Suitable for regional distributors and wholesales; mixed pallet options available.
Premium / Retail Grade
USD 1.6-2.2
per kg
Top-grade selection (uniform size, no defects) for supermarkets and premium fresh-cut processors.
Custom / Private Label
USD 2.2-2.8
per kg
Includes custom packing, private label, MAP, and special handling requests.
Prices are subject to change based on market conditions
Contact us for current pricing and volume discounts

Payment Terms

Clear trade terms designed for food safety, speed, and reliability.

Payment Structure
30%
Deposit
Upon order confirmation
70%
Balance
5 days before shipment
Payment Method
Payments via Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) in USD; L/C at sight available for qualified orders
Transfer Charges
Buyer pays all transfer charges
Additional Options
Third-party inspection (SGS/Veritas), cargo insurance, and temperature loggers available upon request

Branded Custom Packaging

Personalize packaging for retail and foodservice with export-compliant materials.

Retail Clamshell (200–300 g)
Shelf-Ready
Retail clamshell with MAP
Clear PET clamshell with modified atmosphere to extend shelf life
Full-color printing and custom labeling
Barcode, nutritional panel, and traceability code
Retail Bag (250–500 g)
Resealable
Zip-top retail bag
High-barrier laminated film
Resealable zipper option
Custom artwork and private label
Wholesale Carton (10–12 kg)
Export Optimized
Palletized export cartons
Corrugated export cartons with venting
Cold-chain liners and absorbent pads
Stackable pallets, stretch-wrapped

Quality Assurance

Integrated farming, grading, washing, packaging, and cold storage to maintain freshness and meet international phytosanitary standards.

Certifications & Standards
HACCP Certified
HALAL Certification (Indonesian MUI)
GlobalG.A.P. (selected farms)
ISO 22000 / ISO 9001:2015 (facility)
SGS / Third-party inspections upon request
Production Process
Sourced from partner farms in East Java with full traceability
Field-harvested in early morning and hydro-cooled within 2 hours
Cold-room packing line with sanitary handling (HACCP)
Modified atmosphere for retail clamshells to extend shelf life
Refrigerated transport at 0–2°C and high relative humidity
No preservatives or chemical washes added
Private label and OEM packing lines available

Certificates & Lab Tests

Certificates and lab test reports are available upon request for all our products. Contact us to receive detailed quality documentation.

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