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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Young Coconut |
| Scientific name | Cocos nucifera |
| Family / Genus | Arecaceae / — |
| Produce category | Tropical Fruit |
| Produce subcategory | Coconut |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4263 |
| PLU — organic | 94263 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1806 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 10.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nam Hom (Aromatic Dwarf) | 60% | Highly prized for its exceptionally sweet, aromatic, and flavorful water. The flesh is tender and jelly-like. Originates from Thailand. Distinctive green husk, often trimmed into a ‘diamond’ shape for |
| Malayan Dwarf (Green/Yellow) | 20% | A robust dwarf variety known for early bearing and good yield. Water is sweet but less aromatic than Nam Hom. Flesh is tender. Widely grown in Southeast Asia (e.g., Vietnam, Malaysia) and the Caribbea |
| King Coconut (Thembili) | 10% | Distinctive orange-colored husk. Originates from Sri Lanka. Known for its naturally sweet and refreshing water, often considered superior for drinking. Less common in the US market than green varietie |
| Brazilian Green Dwarf | 5% | A common dwarf variety cultivated in Brazil and other parts of South America. Produces good volumes of sweet water. Often sold locally or regionally within the Americas. Less common in Asian-focused i |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 50°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 3 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Sensitivity class | very_low |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Young coconuts are non-climacteric and produce very little ethylene. They are also not sensitive to exogenous ethylene.
Mixed-load compatibility
Non-odor producing, non-ethylene sensitive
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Strong growth, driven by health and wellness trends, increased use in beverages and culinary applications.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.7 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.5 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Nam Hom (Thailand) | 70% |
| Other Green Varieties | 30% |
Pack sizes
- 9-count case
- 12-count case
- Bulk bins
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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