Profood International Corporation is the Philippines’ leading producer and global exporter of premium dried fruits, fruit purees, and tropical snack products. Headquartered in Mandaue City, Cebu, the company operates with an expansive production capacity and a robust international distribution network that spans over 50 countries.
Core Business
Founded by entrepreneur Justin Sy Uy, Profood International Corporation has evolved into the largest Philippine-based dried mango and tropical fruit processor, vertically integrating the supply chain from raw fruit sourcing to packaging and export logistics. It caters to the food service industry, retail consumers, and industrial clients worldwide.
Product and Service Offerings
Dried Fruits
- Dried Mangoes (sliced, strips, chewy, sugar-free)
- Dried Banana, Pineapple, Guava, Young Coconut, Guyabano
- Mixed Fruit Snacks in assorted packs
Frozen Fruits & IQF (Individually Quick Frozen)
- IQF Mango Chunks
- Pineapple Tidbits and Rings
- Saba Banana and Jackfruit (Turon)
- Ube Turon
- Coconut Water Concentrate
Fruit Purees & Juices
- Aseptic Purees: Mango, Banana, Guava, Calamansi, Guyabano
- Coconut Water and Mango Juice Blends
Baked Goods & Snacks
- Mango Chocolate Bars
- Mango Balls
- Banana Chips
- Jellies, Pastries, and Fruit Puddings
Industrial Applications
- Nata de Coco
- Fruit purees and frozen fruits for use in beverages, bakery, confectionery, and dairy
Specialization and Unique Strengths
Profood is a trailblazer in the Philippine food export sector, noted for:
- Owning the globally recognized Philippine Brand and Cebu Brand
- Manufacturing excellence with ISO 22000, HACCP, Kosher, and Halal certifications
- Proprietary technologies in dried fruit preservation and IQF processing
- Being the only Philippine company producing over 3,000 metric tons of dried mangoes annually
Its drying, freezing, and aseptic packaging technologies are benchmarked globally, giving it a competitive edge in both retail and B2B markets.
Financial and Export Performance
- Annual exports valued at over USD 100 million
- Presence in over 50 countries, including the U.S., Japan, Germany, UAE, South Korea, and China
- Supplies to global retail giants like Walmart, Costco, Carrefour, and Amazon
- Export capacity: over 100 containers/month of dried fruits and IQF products
Shipment and Trade Records
- Ships from Cebu International Port and Manila Port
- Uses vacuum-sealed and nitrogen-flushed packaging for product freshness
- Exports support includes custom formulation and private label for international markets
Target Market
- Supermarkets and grocery retailers
- Foodservice operators and distributors
- Industrial food manufacturers (beverages, yogurt, bakery)
- Airline and hospitality snack procurement
- Online and ethnic food retailers
Capabilities
- Multiple HACCP-certified facilities in Cebu and Davao
- Fully automated mango drying plants and IQF tunnels
- Advanced aseptic bag-in-drum and tetra-pack filling lines
- Dedicated R&D unit for flavor, shelf-life, and texture optimization
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, BRC
- Halal and Kosher Certified
- Philippine FDA and U.S. FDA registered
- Member of Philippine Exporters Confederation (PHILEXPORT)
Customer Testimonials
“Profood’s dried mangoes are the gold standard for tropical snacks—sweet, tangy, and consistently high in quality.”
— Retail Buyer, Supermarket Chain, USA
“Their fruit purees are integral to our beverage product line in Japan. We rely on their consistency and professional export support.”
— Beverage Manufacturer, Tokyo
Major Achievements
- First Philippine brand to dominate global dried mango exports
- Developed over 300 SKUs under 9 international brands
- Regular exhibitor at Gulfood Dubai, SIAL Paris, and Anuga Germany
- Recipient of DTI Exporter of the Year and Golden Shell Awards
Through innovation, scale, and unwavering quality, Profood International Corporation continues to position the Philippines as a global center for premium tropical fruit products.
