Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Fresh mango in Thailand is supplied year-round, with a seasonal peak in March–May per Thai agricultural extension guidance. Export-market access commonly depends on phytosanitary certification and, for certain destinations, prescribed quarantine treatments (e.g., vapor heat treatment). For the specific cultivar, Amrapali is an Indian-bred hybrid mango; in Thailand it is best treated as a niche cultivar relative to widely referenced Thai commercial types. For sourcing and program execution, producing hubs such as Chachoengsao are relevant for Thai mango supply chains, including GI-linked Nam Dok Mai programs.
Market RoleMajor producer with active export programs (phytosanitary-certificate and treatment-based market access)
Domestic RoleWidely consumed fresh fruit and used in desserts and processed uses (e.g., juice, jam, sauce) alongside export-grade channels
SeasonalityYear-round availability with a peak period in March–May; off-season supply can occur via managed production.
Specification
Primary VarietyAmrapali
Secondary Variety- Nam Dokmai
- Maha Chanok
- Khiao Sawoei
- Rad
- Oc-rong
Physical Attributes- Amrapali is commonly described as producing relatively small fruits with deep orange-red flesh and shorter shelf life (cultivar trait).
- Thai-market mango quality is often communicated by cultivar-linked eating style (mature-green crunchy types vs ripe sweet-fragrant types such as Nam Dokmai).
Compositional Metrics- Amrapali is described as having higher beta-carotene content versus other commercial mango varieties in cultivar references (directional statement; not Thailand-specific).
Packaging- For phytosanitary certificate issuance, exporters are instructed to pack plants/plant products in robust, appropriate containers and ensure container contents match declared plant lists for inspection.
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Orchard harvest → sorting/grading → packing house → (destination-required quarantine treatment such as vapor heat treatment in special cases) → Department of Agriculture inspection → phytosanitary certificate issuance → shipment (air/sea) → importer distribution
Temperature- Thai extension guidance for mango storage indicates 10–13°C with high relative humidity (RH) for short-term holding.
Shelf Life- Thai extension guidance indicates mango storage potential of roughly 2–3 weeks at 10–13°C under high RH (quality depends on cultivar and maturity).
- For export certification workflows, shipments may need to move promptly after inspection; one Thai public guidance page indicates export should occur within 14 days after inspection completion (or after fumigation completion where applicable).
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Phytosanitary HighQuarantine pest non-compliance—especially fruit fly (Tephritidae/Bactrocera) risk—can block or severely disrupt Thailand’s fresh mango export channels, as destination markets may require phytosanitary certification with specific pest-related declarations and/or prescribed quarantine treatments in special cases.Run an export program aligned to Department of Agriculture inspection/certification workflows, implement orchard and packing-house pest management and monitoring, and schedule any destination-required quarantine treatments (e.g., VHT in special-case programs) before requesting final inspection and certificate issuance.
Logistics MediumFresh mango quality and clearance timelines are sensitive to transit delays, treatment/inspection scheduling constraints, and freight volatility (particularly for air shipments used in premium programs).Lock treatment slots and inspection windows in advance, use temperature-controlled handling through dispatch, and build contingency routing options for peak-season congestion.
Food Safety MediumPesticide residue exceedances (against Thai Agricultural Standard MRLs and importing-market MRLs) can trigger rejection, recalls, or buyer delisting for Thai mango shipments.Operate under GAP-aligned spray records and pre-harvest intervals, and use targeted residue testing for high-risk actives/markets before export dispatch.
Standards- GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) programs are referenced in Thai mango production initiatives (e.g., Chachoengsao mango development projects).
FAQ
When is the main mango season in Thailand?Thai agricultural extension guidance describes mango availability as year-round, with a peak period in March–May.
What is the main deal-breaker compliance risk for exporting Thai fresh mango?Phytosanitary (plant health) compliance is the biggest blocker: Thailand’s public guidance highlights that exporters must follow Plant Quarantine requirements and meet importing-country pest controls, and special-case export programs can require quarantine treatments such as vapor heat treatment before phytosanitary certification.
What storage conditions are commonly referenced for fresh mango handling in Thailand?Thai agricultural extension guidance indicates mango can be stored about 2–3 weeks at 10–13°C under high relative humidity (RH), with results depending on cultivar and maturity stage.