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Custard Apple Processing Plant Setup – Pulp, Powder, Juice

Set up a profitable custard apple (Annona squamosa) processing plant in India with our expert guidance. From pulp extraction and drying to powder, juice, and frozen product manufacturing, we provide land, raw material sourcing, machinery, and export compliance support. Ideal for agro-entrepreneurs targeting the global fruit pulp market. Build your own export-ready fruit processing unit with low investment and high returns. Let’s turn this seasonal fruit into a year-round export business.

Start Your Own Custard Apple Processing Unit – Turn Bastar's Sweet Harvest into Profitable Products

Why Custard Apple Processing?

Bastar region of Chhattisgarh produces high-quality custard apples (Sitaphal) in abundance. However, the fruit has a short shelf life (3-5 days), leading to high wastage if not processed timely.

Setting up a Custard Apple Processing Unit is a profitable business opportunity to convert this seasonal fruit into value-added products like:

Pulp
Powder
Ice Cream Base
Jam & Jelly
Frozen Desserts
Natural Flavoring Agents

Processed custard apple products have year-round demand in the ice cream, beverage, dairy, bakery, and health food industries.

Business Opportunities You Can Start

1/ Custard Apple Pulp Extraction Plant

De-seeding, Pulping, Pasteurization, Packaging
Supply to ice cream, juice, smoothie & yogurt manufacturers
High domestic & export demand

2/ Custard Apple Powder Manufacturing Unit

Using Spray Drying or Freeze Drying techniques
Used in bakery items, health drinks, milkshakes, and export powders
Long shelf life (12+ months), high profit margins

3/ Jam, Jelly & Preserve Unit

Small-scale unit to make custard apple jam, jelly, fruit spreads
Ideal for local markets, retail stores, and online sales

4/ Ready-to-Eat Frozen Dessert Plant

Frozen custard apple pulp, sweets, and desserts
Supply to hotels, cafes, supermarkets

Land Availability & Project Support:

"We offer complete support for your project, including ready-to-allocate land and comprehensive assistance at every stage — from setup to successful operations."

How to Set Up the Processing Unit

Required Machinery & Equipment

Fruit Washer & Sorter
De-seeder & Pulper Machine
Pasteurizer & Homogenizer
Spray Dryer / Freeze Dryer (for powder unit)
Filling, Sealing & Packaging Machines
Cold Storage & Blast Freezer (for pulp/desserts)

Infrastructure Needs

Cold Storage Space for Raw Fruit & Finished Products
Water & Power Supply with Backup
Hygienic Packaging & Dispatch Area

Export Market Potential

Gulf Countries, UK, Southeast Asia – demand for pulp & powder
Used in ice creams, yogurts, smoothies, health foods
Indian custard apple pulp is popular for its natural sweetness & organic appeal
Exported under HS Code 081190 (Other Fruits, Frozen/Processed)

Certifications & Registrations Required

FSSAI License (Food Safety)
GST & IEC (Import-Export Code)
APEDA Registration (for processed fruit exports)
Organic Certification (optional but boosts exports)
MSME Registration

Why Invest in Custard Apple Processing?

✅ Abundant Raw Material in Bastar
✅ Value-Addition Business with High Margins
✅ Demand from Dairy, Ice Cream & Health Food Industries
✅ Strong Export Potential
✅ Government Support
✅ Employment Generation for Local Youth & SHGs

Our Offer to You:

We provide complete support to set up your Custard Apple Processing Unit in Bastar or anywhere in India:

Project Report & Financial Plan
Machinery Supply & Installation
Production Training & Technical Support
Marketing & Export Guidance

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the shelf life of custard apple, and why is processing important?

Custard apple (Annona squamosa), locally known as Sitaphal, has a very short shelf life of just 3–5 days. Without timely processing, a large portion of the harvest goes to waste. Setting up a custard apple processing unit helps convert this seasonal fruit into long-lasting products like pulp, powder, frozen desserts, and jam, ensuring year-round availability and better value.

Q2. What products can be made from a custard apple processing plant?

A modern custard apple processing plant can produce:

Custard apple pulp for ice creams, yogurts, smoothies
Custard apple powder (spray-dried or freeze-dried) for health drinks & bakery items
Jam, jelly, and preserves for retail
Frozen custard apple desserts for hotels and cafes
Natural flavoring agents used in dairy and beverage industries

These value-added fruit products have high demand both domestically and globally.

Q3. How can I start a custard apple pulp extraction plant in India?

To start a custard apple pulp extraction unit, you'll need machinery like:

Fruit washer & sorter
De-seeder & pulper
Pasteurizer & homogenizer
Filling and sealing machines
Cold storage & blast freezer

We provide end-to-end setup support, including land, machinery, and export compliance guidance. This is a profitable agro-processing business with low investment and high returns.

Q4. What are the benefits of setting up a custard apple powder manufacturing unit?

A custard apple powder manufacturing unit uses spray drying or freeze drying technology to create long-shelf-life powders (12+ months). These powders are used in:

Bakery items
Milkshakes & health drinks
Export food supplements

This unit has high profit margins and meets rising export demand for processed fruit powders.

Q5. Is there export potential for custard apple products?

Yes, there is strong export market potential for processed custard apple products. Countries like the UAE, UK, and Southeast Asia import:

Custard apple pulp
Fruit powders
Frozen desserts

Exports are done under HS Code 081190. Indian pulp is appreciated for its natural sweetness and organic quality.

Q6. What certifications and licenses are required for a fruit processing plant?

To operate a custard apple fruit processing plant, you’ll need:

FSSAI License (Food Safety)
GST and Import-Export Code (IEC)
APEDA Registration for exports
Organic Certification (optional, but adds export value)
MSME Registration for government support

These help in legal compliance and boost credibility in export markets.

Q7. Where can I set up a custard apple processing unit?

The Bastar region in Chhattisgarh is ideal due to the abundant supply of high-quality Sitaphal. We also help set up projects across India by offering:

Ready-to-allocate land
Custom project reports
Machinery supply and installation
Training and export marketing support

This is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to enter the fruit processing MSME sector.

Q8. Who are the main buyers of processed custard apple products?

Major buyers include:

Ice cream and yogurt manufacturers
Beverage companies
Health food brands
Hotels, cafes, and supermarkets
Exporters of fruit pulp and powders

We also guide you to sell custard apple pulp to B2B clients and connect with export buyers.

Q9. How much investment is needed for a small fruit pulp unit?

The investment depends on the plant’s size, machinery type (manual/semi-auto/fully auto), and product line (pulp, powder, frozen). However, it’s possible to start a small-scale fruit processing unit with low capital and gradually scale with high ROI. Contact us for a detailed project report and profitability projections.