Sapodilla

Type	Fresh
Color	Brown (outer skin), yellowish light brown to coppery brown (pulp)
Shape	Round, oval, or egg-shaped depending on the variety
Variety	India has over 50 cultivars, including: Kalipatti: Most popular commercial variety; high quality, oval-shaped, and low seed count. Cricket Ball: Large, round shape and grainy texture; widely grown in West Bengal, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. Baramasi: Popular in Northern India; round, medium-sized fruits and year-round availability. Pilipatti: Cultivated in Gujarat and Maharashtra; significant export variety with larger fruits. Other varieties: PKM-1, PKM-2, CO.3 (Hybrids), Dhola Diwani, and Kirthibarthi.
Taste	Very sweet with a rich, caramel-like or malty flavor
Origin	Major growing states include Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh
Quality	A Grade export quality, naturally ripened
Packing	Typically in 4 kg, 5 kg, 8 kg, or 10 kg cardboard boxes with waste paper cushioning padding to prevent mechanical injury
Availability	Available throughout the year, with peak seasons from February to June and September to October