IQF CAT CHU MANGO – CAO LANH DELICACY REACHING GLOBAL MARKETS WITH HUNGHAU FOODS

IQF Cat Chu mangoes from Cao Lãnh are becoming one of Vietnam’s standout agricultural products in the international market. Thanks to modern quick-freezing technology and internationally standardized production processes, Cao Lanh Cat Chu mangoes retain their natural sweet aroma and nutritional value. The combination of high-quality raw materials and leading export capabilities has enabled IQF Cat Chu mangoes to successfully enter and satisfy even the most demanding markets.

Introduction to Cat Chu Mango – The Pride of Cao Lanh

According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vietnam’s total mango export value in 2023 exceeded 650 million USD. Among the provinces, Đồng Tháp leads the country in both mango production and export value, mainly with the Cát Chu and Kaew varieties.

Cát Chu mangoes are famous fruits grown in the provinces of the Southeastern Mekong Delta, including Vinh Long, Can Tho, Tien Giang and Dong Thap Province. However, Cat Chu mangoes from Cao Lanh, Dong Thap are particularly renowned for both quality and yield. Currently, Vietnam has only 9,000 hectares dedicated to Cao Lãnh mango cultivation, mostly concentrated in Cao Lanh district, Dong Thap.

Cao Lanh (Dong Thap) is the birthplace of the legendary Cat Chu mango a variety historically used as tribute to the Nguyen emperors, earning it the nickname “Royal Mango.” Cat Chu mangoes are known for their naturally sweet flavor, strong fragrance, and smooth, nearly fiberless flesh. When ripe, the fruit displays a bright yellow color with a reddish blush, offering a soft yet slightly chewy texture, a lingering sweetness, and a delicate aftertaste – truly the “taste of the royal mango.”

Cat Chu mangoes are easy to fruit, yielding around 400 kg per tree per year with fairly consistent production. Each mango weighs on average 300–450 g, with thick flesh, small seeds, no fibers, and a very fragrant, delicious flavor.

Today, Cao Lanh Cat Chu mangoes have become one of the most famous specialties of the Mekong Delta, loved not only by domestic consumers but also conquering demanding markets such as Japan, South Korea, the US, and Europe.

Cat Chu mangoes are mainly grown in My Xuong commune, Cao Lanh district, and have gradually expanded to areas such as Tinh Thoi, Tan Thuan Dong, Tan Thuan Tay (Cao Lanh city), and Lap Vo district.

Thanks to partnerships with export companies, cooperatives, and support from local authorities, Cat Chu mango growers have gradually improved their production capacity, better meeting international technical standards.

Fruit Bagging Technique – The Secret Behind the Quality of Cao Lanh Cat Chu Mangoes

The fruit bagging technique is not only a breakthrough in agricultural cultivation but also a “golden secret” that helps Cao Lanh Cat Chu mangoes maintain their reputation as a specialty of the Đồng Tháp river region. By being protected in a safe natural environment, each mango develops evenly, minimizing the impact of pests and chemicals, while retaining its characteristic sweet flavor and golden color.

The meticulous care in every step – from selecting fruits, bagging, to harvesting – creates raw materials that meet international standards and satisfy the strict requirements of high-end export markets. Today, Cao Lanh Cat Chu mangoes are not only consumed fresh but also serve as the main ingredient for Cát Chu IQF mangoes, a premium frozen mango product that brings the authentic taste of Vietnam to the global market.

IQF Cat Chu  Mango Production Process at HungHau Foods

HungHau Foods applies IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology – rapidly freezing each mango individually to preserve its natural color, flavor, texture, and nutrients.

The production process includes the following key steps:

• Selection of raw materials: Mangoes are harvested and ripened, then any damaged or substandard fruits are removed.
• Washing and peeling: Performed in a closed system to ensure absolute hygiene.
• Cutting and shaping: Depending on customer requirements, mangoes are cut into dices, cubes, sticks, halves, or pureed.
• IQF freezing: Mangoes are placed in a -40°C freezing chamber for several minutes, forming ultra-small ice crystals that do not damage the cell structure.
• Packaging and storage: Mangoes are vacuum-packed or packed in PA bags in quantities of 1kg, 5kg, or 10kg as requested, and stored at -18°C to -22°C.

Thanks to IQF technology, Cát Chu mangoes retain their flavor, texture, and natural golden color even after thawing, just like freshly picked from the orchard.

Product Forms of HungHau Foods Cat Chu IQF Mangoes

HungHau Foods currently produces and supplies a variety of IQF mango cuts, suitable for many uses:

IQF Cat Chu Dices: diced mango pieces, convenient for salads, toppings, and yogurt.

• IQF Cat Chu Cubes: 1–2 cm square pieces, ideal for smoothies, juices, and desserts.

• Cát Chu IQF Sticks: long strips, suitable for baking, ice cream, desserts, and cocktails.

• IQF Cat Chu Halves: half mangoes keeping their original shape, ideal for high-end restaurants and hotels.

• IQF Cat Chu Puree: finely blended mango, used for juice, beverages, sauces, and pastries.

• Frozen Cat Chu Mango Dipped in Chocolate: perfect for snacking or creating premium dishes in restaurants.

Outstanding Advantages of HungHau Foods IQF Cat Chu Mangoes

Thanks to its sweet and delicate flavor, distinctive aroma, and attractive natural golden color, HungHau Foods’ IQF Cat Chu  mango has become a preferred choice for many food companies both domestically and internationally. The product is widely used as an ingredient in high-value food products such as juices, smoothies, ice cream, yogurt, pastries, sauces, and beverage toppings. Beyond that, IQF  Cat Chu mangoes are also trusted by restaurants, hotels, coffee chains, and international airlines for premium dessert, chilled dishes, and beverage menus.

HungHau Foods is committed to delivering clean, standardized, and safe Cat Chu IQF mango products that meet the strictest international standards. The entire production process is managed through a fully traceable closed-chain system from farm to factory, ensuring that every mango can be traced to its source. Each batch undergoes regular testing for pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological quality to guarantee consistent quality and absolute safety for consumers. In addition, HungHau Foods’ modern quality management system is built according to HACCP, ISO, and BRCGS standards, ensuring that every product leaving the factory meets the highest export standards.

Beyond providing standardized products, HungHau Foods’ Cat Chu IQF mango is a pride of Cao Lanh, symbolizing the strong rise of Vietnamese agricultural products on the international market. It is not just a product, but also a story of quality, dedication, and HungHau Foods’ aspiration to elevate Vietnamese produce as a pioneering company in the frozen fruit export sector.

Contact Information for Partnership:

HungHau Foods Joint Stock Company
Address: 642 Au Co, Bay Hien Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Sales Department:
Email: sales@hunghau.vn
Hotline: (+84) 79 721 3333

Business Contact – Anna:
Email: Anna@hunghau.vn
Hotline: (+84) 96 740 0333

Business Contact – Yenn:
Email: yenn@hunghau.vn
Hotline: (+84) 78 520 3333

Website: www.hfoods.vn