Philippine Brand Dried Mango Candy, 100 g

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The presence of very low levels of Salmonella and E. coli in ready-to-eat or processed foods, including dried mangoes, is an important cause of foodborne illness. Dried-mango processors should consider Salmonella and E. coli as major public health risks in their hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) plans. Product composition Mangoes can help stabilize your digestive system. They offer both amylase compounds and dietary fiber, which can help you avoid constipation. Amylase compounds can help dissolve other foods in your stomach, breaking down difficult starches. Meanwhile, the fiber in mangoes can be more effective for relieving constipation than equivalent fiber supplements. Mango Nutrition The source of mangoes' rich benefits is its seeds. Mango butter is crafted by extracting the content of the mango seed and cold-pressing it into a creamy butter. And finally, the fruits are dried just enough to attain the chewiness that you desire, and the great mango flavor you savor bite after bite. Thailand is the leading Asian producer of dried mangoes. Most dried mangoes produced in Thailand are sweetened or candied. In recent years, however, many processors have increased their production of naturally dried mangoes without added sugar. In 2020, dried mango exports from Thailand amounted to 5,000 tonnes, with the majority exported to the United States, followed by China.

Although different food safety certification systems are based on similar principles, some buyers may prefer one specific management system. For example, British buyers often require BRC, while IFS is more common for German and French retailers. It is also important to note that food safety certification is only a basis for starting to export to Europe. Serious buyers will usually visit/audit your production facilities before starting any cooperation. Corporate social responsibility Thai producers’ promotional activities are supported by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) of the Ministry of Commerce. The DITP regularly organizes national pavilions for Thai exporters at leading European trade shows. The current strategy of DITP is to increase online sales by Thai companies through such online markets places as Thaitrade and Alibaba. In addition to its exports of naturally dried mangoes, Thailand is the world’s leading exporter of candied mangoes. This type of product is sometimes defined as ‘dehydrated mangoes’ on the European market, but this definition is not precise enough. Mexico: producer of high-quality dried mangoes Two commonly used sustainability certification schemes are Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance. Fairtrade International has developed a specific standard for prepared and preserved fruit and vegetables for small-scale producer organizations. Among other criteria, this standard defines a Fairtrade minimum price for fresh mangoes intended for processing for several regions. To improve sustainability in the production and sourcing of processed fruit (including dried mangoes), a group of mainly European companies and organizations has established the Sustainability Initiative Fruit and Vegetables (SIFAV). In 2021, SIFAV launched its new 2025 strategy, with a clear focus on reducing the environmental footprint across the supply chain, improving working conditions and income, and strengthening due diligence, reporting and transparency.

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Many dried fruits are rich in antioxidants . Dried mango provides an especially powerful dose. Foods high in antioxidants have been shown to offer protection against a variety of conditions, including several types of cancer. Mango Butter Mango butter is a rich source of mangiferin, an antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of cellular damage that can cause diseases such as cancer. Softness: Although softness is not officially defined in the UNECE standard, it is an important quality characteristic. As they are currently being offered on the European market, dried mangoes are often not as soft as most other dried fruit. Although the softness of the products has increased over the years, many consumers find it more difficult to chew dried mangoes, and especially those that have been produced organically. Improvements of product quality in terms of softness, taste and colour will therefore offer important competitive advantages for emerging suppliers.

Honey. These have a smaller seed than other types of mangoes, so their ratio of flesh to seed is higher. Mango butter is a fat that originates from mango seeds—it exists in refined and unrefined forms. Mango butter is semisolid and melts when it touches the skin. One of the main issues regarding organic dried-mango sales is product quality. Organic dried mangoes are often of a darker colour and less soft than conventionally dried mangoes are. These characteristics depend primarily on the drying and processing technology. For this reason, suppliers are researching new processing technologies. They have already discovered high-quality organic dried mangoes that are very similar to conventionally produced dried mangoes in terms of taste and texture. It can be expected that improvements in the quality of organic dried mangoes will open an important field of competition in the next few years. Sustainability certification Visit leading European trade fairs regularly to meet competitors and potential customers. Examples include ANUGA, SIAL and Food Ingredients Europe. For organic products, visit Biofach, the world's largest trade fair for organic food and agriculture. The food-processing segment accounts for roughly 20% of the European market for dried mangoes. This small percentage is explained by the relatively high prices of dried mangoes compared to most other dried fruit. The Trends section of this study describes several product launches and developments. The following are the most common users of dried mangoes:During the two mango seasons, from January to February and from April to August, HPW produces 1,200 tonnes of dried Keitt and Kent mangoes. In general, the company’s largest markets are in the largest countries in Europe: the UK, Germany and Italy. This method begins with the selection of the choicest fresh mangoes ripened enough to give you that rich mango flavor and excellent aroma.

Although food safety certification is not obligatory under European legislation, it has become a must for almost all European food importers. Most established European importers will not work with you if you cannot provide some type of food safety certification. The Philippines ranks among the leading global exporters of fresh and dried mangoes. It supplies about 10% of the world’s demand. The Philippines is home to seven million mango trees, and a large share of the harvest is processed by drying. Most dried-mango processors are based in Cebu. Dried mangoes are the most valuable mango export of the Philippines, and they account for around 77% of all processed exports. Most conventionally dried mangoes are produced with a sulphite treatment (e.g. sodium metabisulphite). Sulphites are used as an antioxidant to prolong shelf life and retain the intense bright yellow colour of dried mangoes. Potato starch is also used as an additive to improve the drying process and keep dried mangoes soft. Sugar or concentrated fruit juice is also used in the production of dried mangoes infused with sweeteners. Quality classification: Depending on the presence of defects, dried mangoes can be categorized into the classes Extra, Class I and Class II. This classification determines the percentage of defective products by number or weight.

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The majority of European buyers will ask for Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized certification. For dried mangoes, the most popular certification programmes (all recognized by GFSI) are as follows: Dried mangoes do not require any special temperature during transport or storage. Extremely high or low temperatures should nevertheless be avoided. At high storage temperatures, fruit sugar particles may form on the surface of the product, thereby hardening and discolouring them. Labelling requirements Mangoes are rich in folate, which is used for healthy cell division and DNA duplication. Doctors recommend that people who can become pregnant consume at least 400 micrograms of folate daily because it is critical for avoiding birth defects.

Mexico is famous as an exporter of fresh mangoes. It produces several cultivars, including Haden, Tommy Atkins, Keitt, Kent, Manila and Ataulfo. Although several varieties are used for drying, Haden is the most popular, followed by Ataulfo. Mexican dried mangoes are famous for their high quality and they command very high export prices. Other varieties are more commonly exported fresh. The exporting industry is grouped under the Mexican mango exporters association, which focuses primarily on the export of fresh mangoes, although some members also engage in drying processing activities. With which companies will you be competing? Understand the pressure from retailers to provide sustainable products, and increase your competitiveness by investing in several certification schemes related to CSR, organic or food safety. Food safety certification is the minimum requirement for reaching the retail segment.Mango can be found year-round in grocery stores, health food stores, and occasionally even at farmers' markets. This tasty fruit is sweet with just a hint of tart. When slicing mangoes, it's important to watch out for the large, flat seed at the center, which can easily dull knives. Read our study on Trends relating to the European market for processed fruit, vegetables and edible nuts for an overview of the developments of the sustainability initiatives in the European market. Importing organic products to Europe is not possible without an electronic certificate of inspection (e‑COI). Each batch of organic products imported into the European Union must be accompanied by an electronic certificate of inspection, as defined in Annex V of the Regulation defining imports of organic products from third countries. This electronic certificate of inspection must be generated through the Trade Control and Expert System (TRACES). Mangoes are also helpful for supporting your cardiovascular system. They are a great source of magnesium and potassium, both of which are connected to lower blood pressure and a regular pulse. Furthermore, mangoes are the source of a compound known as mangiferin, which early studies suggest may be able to reduce inflammation of the heart. Mangoes are also rich in vitamin C, which is important for forming blood vessels and healthy collagen, as well as helping you heal.