Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormShelf-stable (Jarred/Canned)
Industry PositionProcessed Fruit Spread
Market
Peach jam in Pakistan is a packaged processed-fruit spread sold through modern trade and general retail, with locally produced branded options available (e.g., Mitchell’s chunky peach jam listed with origin Pakistan in modern retail). For products sold in Punjab, compliance with Punjab Pure Food Regulations (composition, additives, labeling) and Punjab Food Authority product registration requirements can materially shape market access. Pakistan also both imports and exports the broader HS 2007 jam/jelly/marmalade category, indicating two-way trade alongside domestic manufacturing. Raw peach supply for processing is seasonal (commonly May–September) with key growing areas cited in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, supporting domestic sourcing during the harvest window.
Market RoleDomestic producer with two-way trade (imports and exports) in HS 2007 category
Domestic RoleBranded, regulated packaged food spread sold via retail channels; provincial food authorities (e.g., Punjab Food Authority) enforce composition, additive, and labeling rules in their jurisdiction
SeasonalityFresh peach availability is seasonal (commonly May–September); jam processing enables year-round retail supply using processed/stocked inputs.
Specification
Secondary Variety- Early Grand
- Florida King
- Pratap
- Khurmani
- Sharbati
Physical Attributes- Jam should be free from burnt or other objectionable flavours, crystallization, fermentation and mould growth (Punjab Pure Food Regulations reference for jam/jelly definitions).
- Chunky-style peach jam is present in modern retail listings (texture/format marketed at retail).
Compositional Metrics- Soluble solids for jam/jelly/marmalade are specified as not less than 65% (m/m) in Punjab Pure Food Regulations jam/marmalade standard text.
- Fruit content is specified as not less than 45% for jam in Punjab Pure Food Regulations (with listed exceptions for certain fruits).
- Punjab Pure Food Regulations specify preservative maximum levels for jams/marmalades standard text (e.g., sorbates and benzoates at 1000 mg/kg; sulfites with residual SO2 limits).
Packaging- Retail glass jar packs (e.g., 410 g jar in modern retail listing)
- Bulk packs for foodservice/wholesale (e.g., larger cans/buckets in jam brand portfolios)
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Seasonal peach procurement (May–Sep) → receiving/sorting → washing/pitting/pulping → cooking/concentration with sugar → optional additive dosing within provincial limits → hot filling into jars/cans → ambient warehousing → retail distribution
Temperature- Shelf-stable ambient distribution is common; warehousing should avoid excessive heat to reduce quality deterioration in high-sugar fruit spreads.
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighFor sales in Punjab, non-compliance with Punjab Pure Food Regulations (composition requirements and additive limits for jams) and/or failure to secure Punjab Food Authority product registration (CPR) can lead to market-access disruption such as seizure, delisting, or forced relabeling/reformulation.Run a pre-market compliance check against PPFR jam/marmalade clauses (fruit content, soluble solids, preservative limits) and complete Punjab Food Authority CPR product registration for Punjab distribution.
Food Safety MediumExceeding preservative limits (e.g., benzoates/sorbates/sulfites) or failing quality criteria (e.g., fermentation/mould) increases enforcement and recall risk under provincial food rules.Require batch COAs and retain-lot testing for preservative levels and microbiology; validate shelf-life with storage-condition controls.
Logistics MediumJarred jam is prone to breakage/leakage and freight-cost exposure due to heavy glass packaging and bulky cartons; disruptions can raise landed cost or increase damage rates.Use robust secondary packaging (dividers, shrink-wrapped trays), palletization standards, and damage-claim protocols; optimize container loading for cube/weight.
Climate MediumPeach raw material supply is seasonal (commonly May–September) and concentrated in specific growing regions, creating vulnerability to localized weather shocks that can reduce processing-grade availability.Diversify raw peach sourcing across regions and secure off-season inputs via puree/pulp inventory planning and contracted procurement during peak season.
Standards- HACCP
- Halal certification (where claimed/required by buyer)
- PSQCA conformity/PS mark licensing (brand-level quality signaling)
- ISO 9001 (brand-level quality management system; varies by producer)
FAQ
Is product registration required to sell peach jam in Punjab?Yes. Punjab Food Authority guidance states that manufacturers, traders, importers, exporters or wholesalers intending to store, import, transport, export, manufacture or sell a food product in Punjab are required to obtain a Certificate of Product Registration (CPR).
What are key Punjab composition rules that affect jam and marmalade products?Punjab Pure Food Regulations include jam/marmalade standards such as minimum fruit content (commonly not less than 45% for jam, with listed fruit-specific exceptions) and soluble solids requirements (not less than 65% for the finished product under the jams standard text), and they expect fruit content to be mentioned on the label.
Are preservatives allowed in jam in Punjab, and what are example limits?Punjab Pure Food Regulations’ jams standard text allows preservative classes with maximum levels, including sorbates and benzoates (each listed at 1000 mg/kg) and sulfites with residual SO2 limits (listed at 50 mg/kg in the end product, with a higher allowance when made with sulfited fruit).
What customs duty should importers expect for jams under HS heading 2007 in Pakistan?Pakistan Customs Tariff (FY 2024–25) lists HS heading 20.07 subheadings (including 2007.1000, 2007.9100 and 2007.9900) with customs duty indicated at 20%; importers should verify the latest fiscal-year tariff on the Federal Board of Revenue site.