Bulk Freeze-Dried Mango
Source86 supplies bulk freeze-dried mango in two buyer-selectable formats: cubes and slices. It comes from ripe fruit with no added sugar, oil, or preservatives. Both formats share the same identity, moisture profile, and production path; the only real difference is piece shape and cut dimensions, so you can match whichever fits your dosing or packaging line.
Freeze-drying removes moisture through vacuum sublimation rather than heat, so the fruit holds onto its color, aroma, and nutrient content more closely than air-dried or sun-dried mango does. Both formats finish at a low moisture and water activity level, which is what gives them a long shelf life without refrigeration.
It works as a primary ingredient in snack bars, granola, and trail mixes, and as a rehydratable inclusion in bakery, dairy, and beverage applications. The material is sourced primarily from India, China, and Thailand. Non-GMO, gluten-free, and allergen-free documentation is available, and additional certifications can be sourced on request.
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Product Data
| Scientific Name | Mangifera indica. |
|---|---|
| Identity | Freeze-dried mango; available as cubes or slices. |
| Cut Dimensions | Cubes typically 8–12 mm per side; slices typically 2–4 mm thick. |
| Color | Bright orange to golden-yellow. |
| Available Forms | Cubes: diced, uniform pieces. Slices: flat-cut pieces. |
| Treatment Status | Freeze-dried only; no added sugar, oil, or sulfites unless otherwise specified. |
| Odor and Flavor | Characteristic ripe mango aroma with concentrated natural sweetness. |
| Odor | Mild sweet aroma with caramel-like notes. |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight, and moisture. Keep sealed when not in use. |
Certifications & Compliance
Non-GMO, gluten-free, and allergen-free status apply across both the cube and slice format, so buyers can qualify either format against the same documentation set.
- Non-GMO: Non-GMO status documentation available on request.
- Gluten-Free and Allergen-Free: Free from the major food allergens; documentation available for qualification review.
- Core Documentation: Certificate of Analysis, Product Specification Sheet, Allergen Statement, Country of Origin Documentation, and Safety Data Sheet provided per shipment.
- Ingredient-Specific Testing: Heavy metals, microbiological reports, and pesticide residue testing available to support incoming inspection.
- Traceability: Lot-level traceability documentation provided for origin and chain-of-custody claims.
Production & Sourcing
Freeze-dried mango is sourced primarily from India, China, and Thailand, where established mango cultivation supports consistent raw material volume across the harvest season. Processing is controlled from fruit selection through final packing to protect color, moisture, and structural integrity. Cubes and slices follow the same freeze-drying path and split only at the initial cutting step.
- Selection and Preparation: Ripe mangoes are washed, peeled, and cut into the buyer’s selected format, diced into cubes or cut into slices.
- Pre-Freezing: Cut pieces are arranged in a single layer and pre-frozen to lock in shape and structure ahead of drying.
- Freezing: Pre-frozen pieces are transferred to a freeze-drying chamber, where the water content fully solidifies.
- Vacuum and Sublimation: Under vacuum, frozen water sublimates directly from solid to vapor, removing moisture without heat damage.
- Drying: Chamber temperature is gradually raised under vacuum until residual moisture is pulled from the pieces.
- Packing: Dried mango cubes or slices are inspected, sorted, and packed for shipment.
Applications
- Snack Foods: Primary inclusion in trail mixes, granola, and snack mixes.
- Bakery: Incorporated into muffins, cookies, and breads for fruit flavor and visual interest.
- Cereal and Granola: Used in breakfast cereals and granola for natural sweetness and color.
- Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts: Used as a mix-in or topping in frozen desserts.
- Beverage and Smoothie Mixes: Rehydrates into smoothies, powdered drink mixes, and flavored waters.
- Snack Bars and Energy Bars: Adds fruit flavor and chewy texture once rehydrated or used dry.
- Sauces and Dressings: Incorporated into fruit-forward sauces, dressings, and marinades.
Physical & Functional Characteristics
Reconstitutes in water or liquid-based systems within minutes.
Concentrated natural mango sweetness with mild tartness.
Characteristic ripe mango fragrance, preserved through freeze-drying.
Light and crisp; dissolves easily in the mouth and softens on rehydration.
Bright orange to golden-yellow, consistent across both formats.
Single-ingredient freeze-dried mango with no added sugar, oil, or preservatives in the standard grade.
Low moisture content supports long-term shelf stability and resists microbial growth.
Retains vitamin C, vitamin A, dietary fiber, and potassium from the fresh fruit.
Free from gluten, dairy, and major plant allergens; suitable for vegan and vegetarian formulation.
Brittle pieces can generate fines under heavy vibration or impact and should be handled to minimize breakage.
Highly hygroscopic; prolonged exposure to humid air causes rapid moisture uptake and texture loss.
Functionality
- Moisture Removal via Sublimation: Freeze-drying removes water without heat, preserving structure and nutrient content better than air-drying.
- Rehydration Behavior: Reconstitutes in water or liquid-based systems within minutes.
- Color Retention: Vacuum-based drying preserves the fruit’s natural orange-yellow pigment better than heat-based drying methods.
- Shelf Stability: Low moisture and water activity extend shelf life without refrigeration.
- Format-Specific Handling: Cubes disperse more evenly in dry-mix applications; slices provide larger visual pieces for topping and garnish uses.
- Crisp Texture: Dry, light, and crisp texture supports use as a stand-alone snack inclusion without added processing.
- Flavor Concentration: Moisture removal concentrates natural mango sweetness and aroma.
Benefits for Commercial Manufacturing
- Format Flexibility: Offering both cubes and slices lets manufacturers match piece size to their existing dosing, topping, or packaging line without reformulating.
- Simplified Qualification: A single consolidated specification and documentation set covers both formats, reducing supplier approval work.
- Sourcing Continuity: Multi-country sourcing across India, China, and Thailand supports consistent year-round availability.
- Documentation Readiness: Certificate of Analysis, allergen statement, and origin documentation are issued per shipment to support incoming inspection.
- Clean Label Appeal: Single-ingredient composition with no added sugar or preservatives supports clean-label positioning.
- Nutrient Retention Advantage: Freeze-drying’s lower processing temperature retains more of the fruit’s natural nutrient profile than heat-dried alternatives, supporting better-for-you product claims.
