Fruit & Vegetable Processing Ingredients

Premium Ingredients for the Fruit & Vegetable Processing Industry

fruit and vegetable ingredients

At American International Foods, Inc. (AIFI), we recognize that exceptional fruit and vegetable products start with high-quality, reliable ingredients that deliver desired flavor, texture, color, stability, and processing performance.

Whether you’re manufacturing juices, purees, dehydrated products, sauces, frozen, or blended products, AIFI is your dedicated partner to help you source the ingredients you need to succeed.

At AIFI, we are more than an ingredient supplier; we are suppliers of uncontested value. We ensure that our customers receive top-quality At AIFI, we are more than an ingredient supplier; we are suppliers of uncontested value. We ensure that our customers receive top-quality ingredients and on-time deliveries at affordable prices, taking great pride in supplying ingredients that continue to feed consumers worldwide.

For questions regarding fruit and vegetable processing ingredient pricing, fill out the price request form linked below. For complete technical specifications and other inquiries, please contact one of our sales representatives.

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Popular Ingredients for Fruit & Vegetable Processing

Fruit Juice Concentrates & Purees

Provide vibrant, real fruit flavor and color for beverages, sauces, snacks, and blended applications

Types of fruit juice concentrates & purees offered by AIFI: Apple, Apricot, Blueberry, Cherry, Concord Grape, Cranberry, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Mango, Pear, Peach, Raspberry, Strawberry, Watermelon concentrates, and more.

Acidulants & pH Balancers

Support flavor balance, preservation, and processing control

Types of acidulants & pH balancers offered by AIFI: Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Citrate, and more.

Food Colorings & Natural Extracts

Enhance or restore visual appeal while maintaining clean label options

Types of food colorings & natural extracts offered by AIFI: Annatto, Beet Powder, Caramel Color, Natural colors, Turmeric, Titanium Dioxide, and more.

Gums & Texture Modifiers

Help improve viscosity, suspension, and mouthfeel

Types of gums & texture modifiers offered by AIFI: CMC, Guar, Xanthan, Maltodextrins, and more.

Sweeteners

Help balance taste or add functional sweetness

Types of sweeteners offered by AIFI: Cane Sugar, Brown Sugar, Beet Sugar, Corn Syrup Solids, Dextrose, Honey, Stevia, Sucralose, Sucrose, and more.

Processing Aids & Specialty Ingredients

Support production efficiency, product quality, and preservation

Types of processing aids & specialty ingredients offered by AIFI: Calcium Chloride, Glycerin, Polysorbate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Metabisulfite, and more.

Comprehensive Ingredient Solutions for Fruit & Vegetable Processing

AIFI offers a full portfolio and bulk distribution of over 2,500 food ingredients, including gluten-free, non-GMO, and organic options to meet the diverse needs of manufacturers and processors. Our global & domestic sourcing network ensures consistent quality and continuity of supply, helping you streamline production and accelerate product innovation.

Our comprehensive ingredient solutions include:

  • Fruit Juice Concentrates & Purees: Wide range of fruit flavors and color sources for beverages, snacks, and sauces
  • Acidulants & pH Management: Tools for flavor balance, shelf-life control, and processing optimization
  • Natural Colors & Extracts: Enhance appearance with trusted colorants and extracts
  • Gums & Hydrocolloids: Improve texture, stability, and suspension properties
  • Sweeteners: Range of conventional and specialty sweetening agents
  • Processing Aids: Materials to support production efficiency, preservation, and product quality

List of Fruit & Vegetable Processing Ingredients

Acidulants
Acetic Acid

Adipic Acid

Ascorbic Acid

Citric Acid

Erythorbic Acid

Fumaric Acid

GDL

Lactic Acid

Malic Acid

Peracetic Acid

Phosphoric Acid

Sodium Citrate

Sorbic Acid

Tartaric Acid

Chemicals
(Food Grade & Processing Aids)

Ammonium Hydroxide

Alum (Aluminum Sulfate)

BHT, TBHQ

Calcium Carbonate

Calcium Chloride

Calcium Hydroxide

Calcium Propionate

Caustic Soda

Distilled Monoglycerides

Ferrous Gluconate

Glycerin

Hydrogen Peroxide 35%

MSG

Polysorbate

Potassium Sorbate

Propylene Glycol

Soda Ash

Sodium Benzoate

Sodium Metabisulfite

Food Colorings
Annatto

Beet Powder

Caramel Color

FD&C – All Colors

Natural

Turmeric

Titanium Dioxide

Fruit Juice Concentrate
Apple

Apricot

Blueberry

Cherry

Concord Grape

Cranberry

Grapefruit

Lemon

Lime

Mango

Pear

Peach

Red Raspberry

Strawberry

Watermelon

Gums & Hydrocolloids
CMC

Guar

Xanthan

Maltodextrins
All DE Products

Miscellaneous
Lecithin

Polydextrose

Oils
Avocado Oil

Corn Oil

Flaked Oils

Mineral Oil

Soy Oil

Sunflower Oil

Organic
Flour

Juices / Concentrates

Oil

Oats

Sugar

Phosphates
Dicalcium Phosphate

Disodium Phosphate

Dipotassium Phosphate

Monocalcium Phosphate

Monopotassium Phosphate

Monosodium Phosphate

Sodium Tripolyphosphate

Sodium Hexametaphosphate

SAPP

TSPP

Tricalcium Phosphate

Trisodium Phosphate

Salt
Blending

Flour

Granulated

Himalayan Pink Salt

Low Sodium Sea Salt

Potassium Chloride

Pretzel Salt

Reduced Sodium Sea Salt

Specialty

Spices
Allspice

Black Pepper

Cinnamon

Cloves

Garlic

Onion

Other

Starches
Maize

Modified / Native

Potato

Tapioca

Sweeteners
Ace K

Aspartame

Beet Sugar

Brown Sugar

Cane Sugar

Corn Syrup 42/43

Corn Syrup Solids

Crystalline Fructose

Dextrose

Evaporated Cane Juice

HFCS 42, 55

Honey

Invert Sugar

Maltitol

Maple Syrup Granules

Molasses

Sorbitol

Stevia

Sucralose

Sucrose

Why Fruit & Vegetable Processors Choose AIFI

  • Unmatched Ingredient Variety: Access hundreds of specialty and commodity ingredients from respected global manufacturers.
  • Expertise Across Categories: We support all fruit & vegetable processing formats, including blanching, canning, drying, freezing, and more.
  • Custom Blending & Sourcing: Assist with ingredient blends for new product development and source hard-to-find ingredients.
  • Reliable, Nationwide Distribution: Secure and efficient logistics across the 48 contiguous U.S. states.
  • Regulatory & Documentation Support: Non-GMO, organic, kosher, halal, gluten-free, and more.

How We Help Fruit & Vegetable Processors

AIFI sources, distributes, and supplies a broad portfolio of fruit & vegetable processing-specific ingredients. Our offerings include commodity materials as well as specialty products, including organic, gluten-free, and non-GMO options, giving manufacturers the flexibility to innovate and adapt to changing market demands.

Powerful Solutions

  • Communication: Companies come to us for empowering communication; we help them increase efficiencies by proactively communicating relevant information that aids them in making critical decisions.
  • Capitalizing on New Trends & Market Opportunities: Manufacturers rely on us for real-time, market-specific information and insights that help them capitalize on emerging trends and opportunities to drive growth and profitability.
  • Convenience: Manufacturers enjoy unparalleled convenience by leveraging our supply chain efficiencies on over 2,500 ingredients. Our flexible solutions provide value by allowing for fully customized buying programs and streamlining of operational processes.
  • Warehousing: Manufacturers benefit from our strategically located nationwide warehouse network, assisting them with saving valuable space in their own facilities and supporting urgent material needs.

Peace of Mind

  • Reliability: Our customers experience extreme supply chain continuity by leveraging our industry-leading 98.7% on-time delivery rate, ensuring you have the materials you need when you need them.
  • Service and Support: Raving fan customers experience live support by phone from a team dedicated to each individual client. Our unique partnership approach serves as an extension of your organization, helping you accomplish your key objectives and initiatives.
  • Certification: Our world-class Documents and Regulatory team delivers peace of mind for our clients, ensuring that the highest quality standards are met and providing all required documentation with an industry-best turnaround time.

Profitability

  • Cost Savings: Companies come to us to drive down costs on the ingredients they use most; we review where they are and design the right strategies to help them save money and increase profits.
  • Maximizing Supply Chain Efficiencies: Our customers rely on us as an extension of their team; we partner closely with them to handle the intricacies of procurement and logistics, saving them valuable time.
  • Sourcing Support: We help companies stay ahead of the curve on product development by quickly and effectively sourcing new, unique, specialty, and hard-to-find ingredients so that they can focus on other important tasks.
  • Time Savings: Access to a comprehensive portfolio of material solutions means fewer phone calls to make, fewer POs to write, and fewer shipments to track, allowing you to focus on what matters most.

About American International Foods, Inc. (AIFI) - A Leading Fruit and Vegetable Processing Ingredient Supplier

American International Foods, Inc. has over 20 years of experience as an industry leading wholesale fruit & vegetable ingredient supplier to food & beverage manufacturers nationwide. It is our mission to perpetually create an unsurpassed value in the fruit & vegetable processing ingredient distribution business.  We leverage our relationships with top ingredient manufacturers across the globe to be a low cost supplier to your operation. We provide our customers with unparalleled industry knowledge, personalized supply chain solutions, and a complete product line comprised of more than 2500 food and beverage ingredients.