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PLU 4959


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

Mango illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4959

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

MangoLarge

Origin

Native to South Asia, mainly India and Southeast Asia

Temperature

10°C - 13°C (50°F - 55.4°F)

Shelf Life

7-14 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

Cool and well-ventilated area to prevent moisture accumulation and spoilage

Temperature

10°C - 13°C (50°F - 55.4°F)

Humidity

80-90%

Packaging

Shrink wrapping individually or packed in boxes with vents

Shelf Life

7-14 days

Storage Notes: Slightly matured mangoes should be stored separately at higher temperature and humidity to ripen before consumption

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4959MangoMangifera indicaLargeFruitsMango

Details

Commodity Keymango
VarietyRed (Includes Tommy Atkins, Kent, Palmer Vandyke, Edward, Hayden)
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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