KLT Fruits, Inc. is a leading Philippine-based manufacturer and global exporter of processed tropical fruit products. Established in 1984, the company has built a reputation for premium-quality fruit purees, concentrates, frozen fruit, and dried fruit derivatives, serving major food and beverage industries worldwide. With production capabilities grounded in international food safety standards, KLT Fruits has become a trusted supplier to both retail and institutional markets across Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
History and Background
Founded over three decades ago by Peter Martin Sia, KLT Fruits started as a small-scale mango processing operation and rapidly evolved into a full-service fruit ingredient solutions provider. With headquarters in Mandaluyong City and a fully equipped manufacturing facility in Dasmariñas, Cavite, KLT Fruits has consistently expanded its capabilities in line with global demand for natural, tropical fruit-based food ingredients.
The company is registered with the Board of Investments (BOI) and adheres to rigorous global food safety standards. Its strategic location in the Philippines—a tropical fruit belt—ensures year-round access to fresh, premium-quality raw materials.
Core Business
KLT Fruits operates as a vertically integrated processor, specializing in:
- Fruit purees and concentrates
- Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) fruits
- Fruit powders and dehydrated derivatives
- Dried and sweetened fruits
- Fruit jams, preserves, and fillings
It also provides OEM and private label services, supplying multinational food manufacturers, beverage companies, and health food retailers.
Product and Service Offerings
The company’s extensive product portfolio includes:
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Fruit Purees & Concentrates
- Mango, Guava, Calamansi, Soursop, Passion Fruit, Dalandan, Papaya
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IQF Frozen Fruits
- Mango chunks, Banana slices, Jackfruit strips, Ube cubes
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Dehydrated Fruits & Ingredients
- Dried mango strips
- Coconut flakes and strips
- Red bean jam
- Nata de coco
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Fruit Powders
- Ube powder
- Calamansi powder
- Banana flour
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Fruit Preserves and Fillings
- Fruit cubes, jams, and fillings for baked goods and desserts
Products are available in industrial bulk packaging (aseptic drums, pouches, barrels) and retail-ready formats. Custom blends and tailored Brix levels are also offered to meet client specifications.
Specialization and Core USP
KLT Fruits' core strength lies in its integration of advanced fruit processing technologies with strict international quality systems. The company is among the few Philippine processors certified with:
- ISO 22000
- FSSC 22000
- HACCP
- FDA-Philippines LTO
- Kosher
- Halal
This makes it an ideal partner for global food processors requiring traceable, compliant, and high-quality tropical fruit inputs.
Its strategic use of IQF technology ensures preservation of fruit integrity, taste, and nutritional value, offering competitive advantages in quality-sensitive applications such as yogurts, smoothies, baked goods, and beverages.
Financials
As a mid-sized private enterprise with strong export performance:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: USD 10–15 million
- Production Capacity: Over 5,000 metric tons of fruit annually
- Workforce: Approximately 200 employees across operations and logistics
Its growth trajectory has remained steady due to continuous product innovation, strategic export partnerships, and OEM projects with leading international brands.
Shipment Data
According to customs and export tracking databases:
- Key Export Markets: USA, Japan, South Korea, UAE, Canada, Netherlands
- Top Exported Products: Mango puree, Calamansi concentrate, IQF mango, Ube powder, Dried coconut
- Average Export Volume: Monthly container shipments to 10+ countries
- Estimated Annual Export Value: USD 8–10 million
KLT Fruits maintains long-standing trade relationships with food manufacturers and distributors globally.
Target Market
The company caters to:
- Beverage manufacturers (juices, smoothies, RTD drinks)
- Food processors (confectionery, bakery, ice cream, dairy)
- Exporters and importers seeking custom-packed tropical fruit derivatives
- Retail brands requiring white-label dried fruits and powders
Capabilities
- Modern Production Plant: Complete with aseptic filling lines, IQF machinery, spray dryers, and jam cookers
- In-house R&D Team: Formulates custom Brix levels, acidity, and product blends
- Private Labeling Services: End-to-end OEM support from formulation to packaging
- Cold Chain & Export Logistics: Fully integrated systems for global shipping and documentation
Certifications and Compliance
KLT Fruits holds:
- FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification)
- ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management System)
- HACCP Certified Plant
- FDA-Philippines LTO
- Halal and Kosher Certifications
These standards qualify the company to cater to regulatory-heavy markets and premium ingredient suppliers.
Customer Testimonials
"As a beverage brand operating in Korea, our mango line owes its success to the consistent quality of KLT’s mango purée. Their technical team is also very responsive."
— Soo-jin Lee, Product Director, VitaFresh Korea
"We’ve relied on KLT for fruit ingredients for more than 8 years. They’ve never missed a shipment or compromised on quality."
— Andres Morales, Ingredient Buyer, Nutrivo Foods Canada
Major Achievements
- Successfully expanded exports to over 30 countries
- Recognized by the DTI and Philippine Exporters Confederation for excellence in processed fruit exports
- Featured in SIAL ASEAN, Anuga, and Gulfood global food exhibitions
- Developed long-term OEM partnerships with multinational FMCG brands
