Mizkan Yuzu Ponzu Seasoned Sauce

Mizkan · Japan
Seasonings Sauce Ambient Growing export

One of Japan's most popular ponzu brands — a citrus (yuzu) soy-based dipping/finishing sauce for hot pot, sashimi, grilled meat and vegetables. Its bright, tangy umami profile has made it a chef and home-cook favorite abroad. Produced in Japan and distributed internationally.

The supplierMizkan Holdings — 1804-founded condiment leader (see vinegar profile). Ponzu produced in Japan with global export distribution. Strong English B2B.
Why it sells abroadCitrus-forward yuzu ponzu — versatile dipping/dressing sauce riding the global yuzu flavor trend; trusted brand quality.

Buyer's brief ✓ SOURCES VERIFIED

CertificationsFSSC 22000 / HACCP / SQF at Mizkan plants (industry-standard). Halal/Kosher: not publicly verified for this specific ponzu SKU (citrus/bonito formulation varies; no certificate located).
Pack formatsRetail: 355ml/360ml/710ml/1L PET. Foodservice: 1L/1.8L x6/case; bulk on request.
Shelf life18-24 months unopened; refrigerate after opening (citrus).
StorageCool, dark place; refrigerate after opening.
Minimum orderTypical: 1 pallet via importer/Mizkan America; FCL ex-Japan.
Lead timeTypical: 6-10 weeks ex-Japan; faster via US stock.
CapacityHigh.
Container loadTypical: ~20 pallets per 20ft.
PricingEstimate: $3-6/L wholesale; confirm via Mizkan.
OEM / private labelOEM/private-label ponzu feasible via Mizkan B2B (Mizkan operates a private-label condiment division; specific ponzu PL not separately documented).
Wholesale & MOQMizkan + JFC/Wismettac/Mutual Trading into Asian and mainstream grocery; case MOQ.
Key exporters & distributorsMizkan, JFC International, Wismettac, Mutual Trading
Export regulationAllergen labeling (soy, wheat, fish/bonito in dashi-based ponzu); citrus declaration; non-vegetarian note for fish content.
Market demandGrowing fast — yuzu is a hot global flavor; used in foodservice dressings, marinades, cocktails and retail.
How to source itDirect via Mizkan America / export; JFC/Wismettac; JETRO, FOODEX.
Verified sourceshttps://www.mizkan.com/private-label/; https://mizkan.com/Brands/Nakano/Nakano-FAQ.aspx
MakerMizkan Holdings
OriginJapan
CategorySeasonings / Sauce
Available inUnited States, United Kingdom, Australia +3 more
HandlingAmbient
Price tierMid
ChannelMass
Export readinessGrowing export
HS code2103.90
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