Frozen Green Peas Supplier for Kenya — Bulk Wholesale from China

Maxport supplies bulk IQF frozen green peas to Kenyan importers, supermarket chains, food processors and HORECA distributors. We ship from BRC-audited plants in China into the Port of Mombasa with full pre-shipment conformity documentation. Minimum order quantity is 12 metric tons.

1. Kenya Market Background

Frozen green peas are a convenience staple with year-round demand that is largely independent of local seasonal fresh supply. Frozen vegetables are stocked by Nairobi retail (for example Carrefour Kenya) and requested by Kenyan importers on B2B platforms, where green peas and mixed vegetables feature among wanted items. Consistent quality, portion convenience and stable availability make frozen peas a reliable line for retail and food-service buyers.

Note on data confidence: demand evidence here is indicative — based on retail presence and B2B buyer listings rather than customs-level import volumes — so we describe the opportunity qualitatively rather than quoting specific import tonnages. Kenya also grows and exports garden peas, so we position frozen peas on convenience and year-round supply, not on filling a production gap.

2. Product Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Product	IQF green peas (Pisum sativum), blanched
Freezing method	Individually Quick Frozen (IQF), free-flowing
Grades	Grade A; size calibrations available (e.g., 7.5–8.75 / 8.75–10.2 mm)
Quality	Bright green, tender, uniform; low defect/EVM
Packing	10 kg bulk cartons with liner, or retail bags (customizable); ISM retail labeling available
Storage / transport	-18°C or below throughout the cold chain
Shelf life	24 months from production (see 75% rule below)
MOQ	12 metric tons (one reefer container basis)

3. Certification & Compliance

Our plants operate under internationally recognized food-safety schemes including BRC and HACCP. For the Kenyan market we support:

• PVoC / Certificate of Conformity (CoC) — issued before shipment by a KEBS-appointed Pre-Export Verification of Conformity agent in China (e.g., SGS, Intertek). Processed plant products can typically use Route B (frequent-exporter registration) or Route C (certified quality-management system) subject to the agent’s assessment.
• KEPHIS Plant Import Permit (PIP) — the Kenyan importer obtains a phytosanitary import permit for plant produce; pesticide-residue limits apply.
• Import Standardization Mark (ISM) — stick-on label affixed to retail containers.
• Halal: although peas are plant-based, Halal certification can be provided for buyers targeting the coastal (Mombasa) and Muslim consumer segments via the Kenya Bureau of Halal Certification (KBHC). It is a market-driven, private certification — not a confirmed blanket legal import mandate.

4. Logistics & Cold Chain

Shipments enter through the Port of Mombasa, East Africa’s main deep-water port and the principal gateway for reefer/frozen cargo. Mombasa offers around 800 reefer plug points; inland cargo moves via the Standard Gauge Railway/Northern Corridor to the Inland Container Depot (ICD) Nairobi (about 300 reefer points). Mombasa also serves as a transit hub for landlocked Uganda, South Sudan, Rwanda, Burundi and DR Congo, enabling re-export across the East African Community.

We maintain -18°C integrity end to end. Because cold-chain capacity is a known regional constraint and demurrage on frozen containers can escalate quickly, we prioritize complete pre-arrival documentation to minimize clearance delays.

5. Import Regulation Snapshot

• KEBS — standards, PVoC/CoC scheme, ISM, contamination and labeling checks.
• KEPHIS — plant-health control and Plant Import Permit for plant produce.
• Port Health / NPHI — health clearance at the port of entry.
• KRA / KENTRADE / KPA — Import Declaration Form, TradeNet single-window processing, and port release.
• 75% shelf-life rule — imported food must have at least 75% of labeled shelf life remaining on arrival.
• Note: shipments dispatched from 9 Feb 2026 without a valid CoC face Destination Inspection on arrival. Labeling in English/Kiswahili with metric units, manufacture/expiry dates, storage instructions and country of origin.

6. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why import frozen peas if Kenya grows peas?
Frozen green peas offer year-round convenience and consistent quality independent of local seasonal fresh supply. We position them on convenience and reliable availability for retail and HORECA, not on filling a production gap.

Q: Which certification route applies to frozen peas?
As a processed plant product, Route B or Route C is typically available (unlike animal/fishery products, which are restricted to Route A). A KEPHIS Plant Import Permit is also required.

Q: Do you offer size calibration and retail packing?
Yes. We provide grade A peas with size calibration and both bulk and retail packing, with ISM labeling on request.

Q: What is your MOQ?
12 metric tons, roughly one reefer container.

7. Request a Quote

Ready to stock frozen green peas in Kenya? Contact Maxport for current pricing, grade availability, and a documentation checklist covering PVoC/CoC, KEPHIS permits and ISM labeling. We ship to Mombasa with onward options to Nairobi and the wider East African market.