Mango
"Nature's candy, full of sweet and tangy flavors."
Mango is known as the 'King of Fruits' due to its vibrant colors, rich flavor and captivating aroma. It's a juicy, sweet and creamy fruit with various varieties, each having unique taste profiles and textures.
Also known as
King of Fruits, Love fruit, Mangot, Sweet Mango
Botanical name
Mangifera indica
Product Details
PLU Code
4959
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Mango › Large
Origin
Native to South Asia, mainly India and Southeast Asia
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Shelf Life
14-28 days
Status
Approved
About Mango
Mangoes are a good source of nutrition, rich in vitamins A and C, fiber and minerals like potassium and copper. They are widely used in salads, smoothies, desserts and other culinary dishes.
Nutrition Information
Mango is a nutrient-rich fruit providing numerous health benefits. The nutrition facts for a medium-sized mango, approximately 150-200 grams, are:
Energy 270-360 kilojoules,
Water content 84 grams,
Protein 0.6-0.85 grams,
Fat 0.2-0.38 grams,
Carbohydrates 15-17 grams,
Fiber 1.6-2 grams,
Sugar 14-16 grams,
Sodium 1-2 milligrams,
Potassium 442-560 milligrams,
Vitamin A 1840-2400 micrograms,
Vitamin C 36-70 milligrams,
Calcium 19-28 milligrams,
Iron 0.2-0.3 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for mature-green mangoes. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10 to 13°C (50 to 55°F)
Humidity
85-90%
Packaging
Shrink wrapping individually or packed in boxes with vents
Shelf Life
14-28 days
Storage Notes: Diseases are the main limit on storage life, and chilling causes grayish scald-like skin discoloration, pitting, uneven ripening and poor flavor, especially in fruit that have just reached maturity. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 408-411.
Applies to: mature-green mangoes.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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