Platinum Fruits durian from Thailand is preparing to enter the North China and Northeast markets.

Published Sep 15, 2025

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Core tip: According to Thai media reports, renowned Thai fruit exporter Platinum Fruits (PTF) plans to discuss entering the durian market in North China and Northeast China, preparing to launch a series of ready-to-eat durian glutinous rice products. Meanwhile, the company is preparing to expand its fresh longan export market to Europe, with target customers including the UK and the Netherlands.

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Platinum Fruits Company is one of Thailand's largest exporters of fresh durian, with its fruit exports including durian, longan, lychee, and coconut. The company's main market is China, covering parts of Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South Asia. PTF stated at the 2025 Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) that it is in talks with partners to develop new markets in several provinces in northern and northeastern China. The Chinese market is expected to have huge growth potential for Thai durians, bringing opportunities for Thai durians. However, the company must always prioritize "quality and safety" to enter these markets. In addition to fresh fruits, PTF launched its own line of ready-to-eat products, "Ready-to-Eat Durian Glutinous Rice," at the exhibition. The product has been well received, especially by European merchants. The company's CEO, Natthakrit Iamsakul, explained that the company's longan market is currently mainly in Indonesia and China, but fresh longans are gaining popularity in ...

Source: Foodmate