Frozen açaí wholesale for UK distributors: pallet and reefer container supply

This guide is for UK frozen food distributors, foodservice wholesalers and importers that buy frozen açaí by the pallet or the 20ft or 40ft reefer container from Brazil. It sits beside our global açaí for distributors hub and the deep UK import guide. It is not a café menu guide (see açaí for UK cafés) and it is not Japan container supply (see açaí Japan container supply).

Terrapure quotes two frozen lines on the same brief: organic frozen açaí pulp and Açaí Scoop sorbet (not sold as organic). We hold no UK stock and do not run a UK warehouse. Market page: açaí supplier UK. Bulk packs: bulk açaí supplier.

Who this UK distributor guide is for

Use this page if you are:

• a UK frozen food distributor adding açaí pulp or scoopable sorbet to a frozen catalogue;
• a foodservice wholesaler supplying cafés, bowl shops, hotels or gyms;
• a UK importer clearing reefer cargo for onward wholesale.

If you only need vendor onboarding questions in any market, start with becoming an açaí distributor. If you only need foodservice range planning, see sourcing Brazilian açaí for foodservice distributors and açaí sorbet for foodservice distributors.

Pallet vs 20ft and 40ft reefer container buying

UK distributor programmes usually start with one of two shapes:

• Pallet programmes for a first listing, a regional trial, or mixed pulp and sorbet lines when you want a smaller frozen intake. Pallet build, cases per pallet and how pulp pots, pulp pails and sorbet tubs combine are confirmed on quote.
• 20ft or 40ft reefer container programmes for importers and national distributors that already hold -18°C capacity and want a full frozen load. Container size, packing plan and Incoterms are confirmed on quote. We do not publish fixed capacities or transit times on this page.

Both shapes use the same product list and the same RFQ path. Japan buyers comparing a container-only market page can read container supply of Brazilian açaí for Japan; UK buyers stay on this guide plus the UK market page.

Cold chain at -18°C

Frozen açaí pulp and Açaí Scoop sorbet are stored and shipped at -18°C. Plan UK bonded or commercial cold storage, frozen trunking to your depots, and frozen last-mile to foodservice customers before you place the first order. Soft guidance for receiving teams: cold storage for frozen açaí pulp and receiving frozen açaí pulp.

UK import paperwork overview

This is a short overview for distributor buying teams. The full checklist with sources is in how to import frozen açaí pulp and açaí sorbet into the UK. Rules change: confirm each point with your customs broker and accountant before you ship.

• EORI. To import goods into the UK you need an EORI number that starts with GB (GOV.UK: EORI number).
• Commodity codes and duty. Frozen açaí pulp is usually classed under heading 0811, for example 0811 90 85 00. Açaí sorbet is usually classed under heading 2105, for example 2105 00 10 00. Your broker confirms the live UK Trade Tariff code and duty before each shipment.
• VAT. HMRC treats sorbets as standard rated (VFOOD5520). Fruit pulps are zero rated unless they are to be made into beverages (VAT Notice 701/14). Postponed VAT accounting may apply for VAT registered importers (GOV.UK).
• Organic pulp and powder. Organic imports into Great Britain from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland need a GB certificate of inspection (GOV.UK: importing organic food). Açaí Scoop sorbet is not sold as organic, so it needs no organic paperwork.
• Labels. Prepacked food sold in Great Britain needs the name of the food, ingredients with allergens emphasised, net quantity, date mark, and a UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man postal address for the food business operator (GOV.UK: food labelling).
• Border controls. Ask your broker whether sanitary and phytosanitary controls or pre-notification apply under the UK border model (GOV.UK: Border Target Operating Model).

Pulp and sorbet on one distributor brief

Quote both lines together when your catalogue serves blend-to-order and scoop-and-serve accounts:

• Organic frozen açaí pulp at 12% solids in 1.5 kg pots and 10 kg pails. Other solids preferences, including 14%, are confirmed on quote. Product page: organic frozen açaí pulp.
• Açaí Scoop sorbet Traditional in 10L, 5L and 2.6L lined cardboard tubs; Açaí with Guaraná sizes confirmed on quote. Not sold as organic. Product pages: açaí sorbet wholesale and Açaí Scoop.
• Organic açaí powder when dry listings sit beside frozen lines. Packing confirmed on quote: organic açaí powder wholesale.

Private label for pulp or sorbet programmes: private label organic açaí and private label açaí sorbet.

What to include in a UK distributor quote request

A complete brief speeds the reply from sales@terrapureglobal.com. Include:

• company name, UK delivery or cold-store location, and whether you import yourself or buy through an importer;
• products: pulp, sorbet, powder, or a mix; solids preference if you have one;
• estimated volume as pallet or 20ft/40ft reefer container intent (not a binding MOQ);
• packing preferences and any private label need;
• documents your QA team needs for listing;
• target customer types (foodservice, retail wholesale, manufacturing).

Checklist pages: what to include in an açaí RFQ and how to request a quote.

FAQ

Who is this UK distributor guide for?

UK frozen food distributors, foodservice wholesalers and importers that want to list frozen açaí pulp and Açaí Scoop sorbet. Café counters should start with açaí for UK cafés instead.

Do you quote UK distributors by the pallet and by the container?

Yes. We quote pallet and 20ft or 40ft reefer container programmes from Brazil. Packing, pallet build, Incoterms and delivery point are confirmed on quote. See also bulk açaí supplier and açaí for distributors.

What cold-chain temperature applies?

Frozen açaí pulp and Açaí Scoop sorbet are stored and shipped at -18°C. Your UK cold store and frozen delivery route need to hold that temperature. Receiving checklist: receiving frozen açaí pulp.

Is Açaí Scoop sorbet organic?

No. Açaí Scoop sorbet is not sold as organic. Organic frozen açaí pulp and organic açaí powder are quoted beside it when you need both lines.

What solids level do you quote for frozen pulp?

We quote organic frozen açaí pulp at 12% solids in 1.5 kg pots and 10 kg pails. Other solids preferences, including 14%, are confirmed on quote. Grades: açaí pulp grades and sorbet tub sizes.

Where is the full UK import paperwork guide?

See how to import frozen açaí into the UK for EORI, commodity codes, duty, VAT, organic COI, labels and cold chain, with GOV.UK sources.

Request a UK distributor quote

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