Key facts
- 1 production cluster mapped, in Maharashtra; Gujarat; AP; UP.
- Market guides for 19 countries, each with destination requirements and transit times.
- Certifications available from the supply base: FSSAI licence, APEDA RCMC, HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000 and more.
- Typical minimum order: One 20' container (about 80 drums or about 1,600-2,000 cartons of 6 x 850 g) (typical).
Product overview
India is a leading exporter of mango pulp, processed during the April-July season and sold year-round. Trade press puts mango pulp exports at about US$ 80 million in CY2025 (tier 5, not verified). Processing is concentrated in Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri (Tamil Nadu) and Chittoor (Andhra Pradesh) for Totapuri, and in Maharashtra and Gujarat for Alphonso and Kesar.
Totapuri pulp is tangy, fibrous-free and used in beverages and dairy; Alphonso and Kesar pulps are sweet and aromatic, used for lassi, desserts and premium drinks. Products are supplied as aseptic pulp or concentrate in 215 kg drums (bag-in-drum), or as canned pulp in A10 and 850 g tins for retail and food service.
Buyers in the Middle East, Europe and North America specify Brix, acidity, pH, colour, and microbiological stability; canned low-acid/acidified foods for the USA need FDA process filing.
HS note: Mango pulp is shipped under 2008 99 (India has specific 8-digit lines); mango juice and nectar fall under 2009.
Specifications
| Brix | Totapuri 14-16 °Brix; Alphonso 16-19 °Brix; concentrate 28-30 °Brix (typical) |
|---|---|
| Acidity (as citric) | 0.3-0.6% Alphonso; 0.4-0.8% Totapuri (typical) |
| pH | 3.5-4.2 (typical) |
| Microbiology | Commercially sterile (aseptic/canned) |
| Additives | No added sugar/colour unless specified (typical) |
Typical commercial values. Final specifications are fixed per contract and verified by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Grades & variants
Alphonso aseptic pulp
Premium aromatic pulp in 215 kg drums.
Totapuri aseptic pulp / concentrate
For juice, nectar and dairy manufacturers.
Kesar pulp
Sweet aromatic alternative to Alphonso.
Canned pulp (A10, 850 g)
Retail and food service, sweetened or natural.
Packaging, MOQ & container loading
| Packing | Sizes | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Aseptic | 215 kg aseptic bag in steel drum | Ambient storage |
| Canned | 850 g and A10 (about 3.1 kg) tins in cartons | Private label |
Container load (estimate): 20' GP about 17-19 MT (80 drums x 215 kg) · 40' HC about 24-26 MT. Drum/carton convention
Customisation: Brix/acidity specification, sweetened/unsweetened, private-label cans
Where we source in India
Producing regions and manufacturing clusters our supplier network draws from.
Tamil Nadu
Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri
Totapuri and Alphonso pulp cluster
Andhra Pradesh
Chittoor
Totapuri pulp processors
Maharashtra
Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Pune
Alphonso pulp
Gujarat
Valsad, Junagadh
Kesar pulp
Market requirements by region
European Union
Netherlands and Germany buy aseptic pulp for juice blending; EU contaminant and pesticide MRLs apply.
United States & Canada
USA: the packing facility needs FDA Food Facility Registration, every shipment needs FDA Prior Notice, and the US importer must run FSVP supplier verification. US tariff treatment of Indian goods changed several times in 2025-26 (reciprocal tariffs, product exemptions, a Feb-2026 India-US framework and later court rulings) - verify the current duty for the HTS line before quoting landed cost. Canned mango pulp is an acidified/low-acid canned food under FDA rules - the processor needs FCE registration and SID process filing.
United Kingdom
UK: the India-UK CETA entered into force on 15 July 2026 (reported) - claim preference with proof of origin; higher-risk food needs IPAFFS pre-notification. Canned Alphonso and Kesar pulp is a staple in UK diaspora retail.
Gulf (GCC)
Saudi Arabia: the importer registers the establishment and each product on SFDA's Ghad platform; FASAH clearance needs certificate of origin, invoice showing batch and expiry, health/phytosanitary certificate as applicable; Arabic labelling per SFDA.FD/GSO 9. Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait are major pulp buyers for juices and dairy; Arabic labelling for retail cans.
General guidance, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with your customs broker or the regulator.
Quality control
- • Brix, acidity, pH and colour per batch
- • Commercial sterility / incubation test
- • Pesticide and heavy-metal testing
- • Pre-shipment inspection on request
Certifications available
- • FSSAI licence
- • APEDA RCMC
- • HACCP
- • ISO 22000
- • FSSC 22000
- • BRCGS Food Safety
- • Halal certificate
- • Kosher certificate
- • US FDA registration / approval
Held by the producing supplier for the specific lot; copies shared with the quote.
Shipping documents
- • Commercial invoice
- • Packing list
- • Bill of lading
- • Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies)
- • Certificate of analysis
- • Health certificate (EIC) where required
- • FDA FCE/SID process filing reference for US canned pulp
Export markets
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Alphonso and Totapuri pulp?
Alphonso pulp is sweet and highly aromatic, used for premium drinks and desserts; Totapuri is tangier and used widely for juices and nectars.
What packing formats are available?
Aseptic pulp in 215 kg bag-in-drum, and canned pulp in 850 g and A10 tins.
What is the shelf life of aseptic mango pulp?
Typically 18-24 months at ambient temperature when the aseptic bag is intact.
Can canned pulp be exported to the USA?
Yes, if the processor has FDA FCE registration and a filed scheduled process (SID) for acidified/low-acid canned food.
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