Banana

Our customers use bananas because they provide natural sweetness, a soft texture, and strong functional benefits in a wide range of products. Bananas are commonly processed into purees, powders, and concentrates, which are used in baked goods, baby foods, smoothies, and snacks. Their high natural sugar content allows manufacturers to reduce added sugars while maintaining flavor, and their smooth, binding texture makes them effective as a fat replacer or moisture-retaining ingredient. Bananas are also a good source of nutrients like potassium and fiber, supporting health-oriented marketing claims. Additionally, their mild flavor blends easily with other ingredients, and their availability in shelf-stable processed forms makes them practical for large-scale production and consistent product formulation.

Banana can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

Our Banana is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions. Contact us to learn more.

Available As

We supply Banana in many different formats. Contact us to learn more.

Harvest Seasons

Bananas grow in the both hemispheres all year long.

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About Banana

A Berry in Disguise

Bananas are elongated tropical fruits that grow in clusters on large herbaceous plants, commonly referred to as banana trees. They have a soft, sweet flesh and a peel that turns from green to yellow as the fruit ripens. Bananas are believed to have originated in Southeast Asia and are now widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. They are one of the most consumed fruits globally due to their convenience, portability, and year-round availability. Bananas are typically harvested while still green to prevent damage during transport and then ripened before reaching consumers.

The Brothers International

Quality Promise

Brothers International and its 4 divisions, Brothers Ingredients, Dennick Fruit Source, Hosh International and Food Partners, are trusted global importers of premium Banana ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Banana is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Banana of exceptional caliber. All of our suppliers undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure we work with only the highest-quality processors and can fully guarantee traceability, sustainability, and compliance with all international regulations.

Each of our divisions has a specialized operations team to manage shipments and coordinate with customers and suppliers. They work closely with our in-house customs team to ensure efficient clearance, and collaborate with the USDA and FDA to maintain full regulatory compliance. This ensures your Banana ingredients move seamlessly through every stage of import, arriving on time and ready for production with complete confidence. With decades of sourcing expertise and a strong commitment to customer success, you can count on Brothers International to deliver the premium Banana ingredients your products require.

Certifications

As a leader in sourcing organic ingredients, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure full traceability, sustainability and to ensure they comply with all international regulations for chemical residues and pesticides. We are Organic Certified and all our organic products are NOP certified and Kosher certified.

Brothers International Food Holdings is a proud member of the CUSTOMS – TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISM (C-TPAT) program. C-TPAT is a voluntary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with businesses to strengthen supply chain security and reduce risks, including terrorism. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov

All our products are Kosher and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certified. We can supply all of our products with Organic Certification and, if required, unpasteurized purées and juices.

We have joined the global movement to protect the environment and improve lives for farmers and workers around the world. We help farmers in developing countries builds sustainable businesses that positively influence their communities. Brothers International can assist you in sourcing Fair Trade Certified™ and Demeter (Bio-dynamic)™ ingredients.