How to Choose a Durian Supplier in Singapore: A 14‑Point Reliability Checklist

Don’t Gamble on Supply—Audit Your Vendor With This Checklist

  1. Provenance: Orchard certificates and cultivar mapping
  2. Consistency: Fill‑rate history and on‑time delivery rate
  3. Cold Chain: Data‑logged temperature from orchard to store
  4. QC SOP: Random‑cut % and defect codex with photos
  5. Replacement Terms: Clear timelines & thresholds
  6. Food Safety: HACCP/ISO docs; COA per lot
  7. Traceability: Lot numbers end‑to‑end
  8. Communication: Dedicated account manager + WhatsApp group
  9. Flexibility: Pulp vs whole fruit switching during price spikes
  10. Payment Terms: Deposits, credit windows, and FX if applicable
  11. Transparency: Itemised quotes by grade and cultivar
  12. References: 2–3 current F&B clients
  13. Peak Season Plan: Capacity for May–Aug surges
  14. Crisis SOP: Replacements for wet core/overripe lots within 24–48h

Scorecard (Print & Use)

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Do you offer replacements for wet core? → Yes—documented and time‑bound.

How do you prove cold chain? → Data‑loggers + photo evidence per handover.