HOW LONG UNTIL VIETNAM’S FROZEN MANGO EXPORTS REACH THE GLOBAL TOP 10?

Vietnam is currently ranked 13th among the world’s largest mango-exporting countries, with a total export value of around USD 310–320 million in 2024. While fresh mango remains the main export product, Vietnam’s frozen mango is rapidly gaining momentum, aiming to break into the global top 10. So, how long will it take for this goal to become a reality?

Top 10 Mango Exporting Countries in the World and What’s Their Secret?

Top 10 Leading Mango Exporters Worldwide

According to 2024 statistics, the top 10 mango-exporting countries (including both fresh and processed mango products) are:

• Mexico – firmly holds the No.1 position thanks to high production volume and proximity to the U.S. market.
  
• The Netherlands – a re-export hub for mangoes into Europe, leveraging its advanced logistics systems.
  
• Brazil – takes advantage of off-season harvests to export to Europe during periods of low supply.
  
• India – the homeland of mangoes, known for premium varieties such as Alphonso and Kesar.
  
• United States – both a major consumer market and a re-exporter of value-added mango products.
  
• Germany – imports and re-exports processed mango products across Europe.
  
• Portugal – strong in frozen and canned mango segments.
  
• Burkina Faso – a notable player from Africa with a stable supply chain.
  
• South Africa – exports both fresh and processed mangoes, including puree and frozen products.
  
• Pakistan – rapidly growing thanks to quality fresh mangoes and competitive pricing.
  

What They Have in Common:

These countries all share a strategic focus on post-harvest technology, strict quality control, and well-developed market strategies.

Common Characteristics of Leading Frozen Mango Exporting Countries

The top countries in frozen mango exports share several key strengths: integrated investment in processing infrastructure, cold chain logistics, and long-term market strategies. Specifically:

• Modern processing infrastructure is a decisive factor. These countries all utilize IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology to ensure mangoes retain their freshness, color, and nutrients after freezing. This is also a mandatory requirement for penetrating strict markets like the EU, the U.S., and Japan.
  
• Robust cold chain logistics and transparent traceability systems allow frozen mangoes to meet high standards for food safety and product origin. Full traceability from farm to consumer not only builds trust but also enhances the national brand value.
  
• Smart use of reverse-seasonal advantages is a successful strategy employed by countries like Brazil and Peru. When Asian or African nations are between harvest seasons or at the end of their crop cycle, these countries ramp up frozen mango exports to capture global market share during supply gaps.
• Notably, countries in the global top 10 mango exporters also lead in other agricultural products—demonstrating that their agricultural sectors are well-developed, with expertise honed over long periods of historical growth and international trade experience.

Advantages of Key Leading Countries in Frozen Mango Exports

🇹🇭 Thailand: As one of Asia’s mango powerhouses, Thailand excels not only in fresh mango production but also stands out in the frozen mango sector. Thailand’s IQF mango products are primarily exported to high-standard markets such as Japan, South Korea, and Europe. The country’s success stems from heavy investment in modern processing facilities, achieving multiple international certifications like HACCP, ISO, and GlobalGAP, and maintaining close partnerships with farmers to ensure a stable supply of high-quality raw materials.

🇲🇽 Mexico: As the world’s number one mango exporter, Mexico maximizes its geographical advantage by being adjacent to the United States, the largest mango-consuming market globally. Thanks to this proximity, Mexico can deliver frozen mangoes quickly, with lower costs and optimal quality retention. Mexican companies have also heavily invested in advanced cold chain logistics and modern packaging, allowing them to maintain a sustainable competitive edge.

🇵🇪 Peru: A prime example of a rising star in the frozen mango industry. According to FreshFruitPortal (2025), Peru is projected to export over 67,000 tons of IQF mangoes in the 2024–2025 season — an impressive growth milestone. Peru’s strategy focuses on high-end processing techniques, particularly European-standard IQF technology, while aggressively marketing to demanding markets like the EU, UAE, and the U.S. With strict quality management, Peruvian frozen mangoes are increasingly favored in the convenience food industry, restaurants, and retail chains.

Where Does Vietnam Stand on the Global Mango Export Map?

Vietnam’s Position

In recent years, Vietnam has gradually asserted its presence on the global mango export map. According to 2024 data, Vietnam ranked 13th worldwide in total mango export value, reaching approximately USD 310–320 million. However, the majority of this value still comes from fresh mangoes, while the frozen mango segment—which offers higher added value and sustainable potential—remains modest.

For example, in 2023, Vietnam exported only 643 tons of frozen mangoes to the U.S., generating revenue of about USD 988,000. While this figure is still relatively small, it represented an increase of nearly 85% in volume and 83% in value compared to the previous year—indicating strong potential for growth if strategically invested.

Vietnam’s Frozen Mango Potential

Under HS code 0811 (frozen fruit), Vietnam exported approximately 107,000 tons of product in 2024, generating close to USD 240 million. Within this group, IQF mangoes—including Kaew and Chu varieties—are accounting for a growing share, becoming one of Vietnam’s key frozen fruit exports alongside bananas, dragon fruit, pineapples, and passion fruit.

Notably, the average export price of Vietnamese frozen mango is around USD 2.28/kg, significantly lower than Thailand (~USD 3.3/kg) and many other competitors. This presents a clear competitive advantage, especially in price-sensitive markets such as China, the Middle East, and Africa.

Vietnam’s Competitive Advantages

Compared to other countries in the region, Vietnam enjoys ideal conditions to develop its frozen mango sector, particularly:

Abundant raw material supply: With widespread mango cultivation areas across the Mekong Delta, Central Highlands, Central and Northern regions, Vietnam can provide a steady, year-round supply. The diversity of mango varieties and climate zones also helps prolong the harvest season—benefiting processing and export consistency.

Competitive pricing: Thanks to affordable production and labor costs, Vietnamese frozen mangoes can be offered at lower prices than competitors without compromising quality. This is a major lever for expanding market share in high-volume but budget-conscious markets.

Rapidly improving logistics infrastructure: Major seaports like Cat Lai, Cai Mep, and Hai Phong, combined with significant investments in cold storage, refrigerated containers, and cold chain supply operations, are helping Vietnam’s fruit sector—including frozen mangoes—reach global markets more efficiently and cost-effectively than ever before.

Key Markets for Vietnam’s Frozen Mango Exports

While most of Vietnam’s fresh mango output is currently consumed domestically or exported in raw form to China, the frozen mango segment is opening the door to high-value global markets.

🇹🇭 Thailand is currently the largest importer, accounting for nearly 50% of Vietnam’s total frozen mango exports. This partially reflects Thailand’s more advanced processing capacity—they often import for reprocessing or re-exporting to more demanding markets.

In addition, countries like South Korea, Japan, the United States, and European nations are gradually becoming promising markets, with high standards for quality, certifications, and traceability—factors that many Vietnamese companies are increasingly investing in to meet year by year.

Solutions: How Vietnam Can Elevate Frozen Mangoes on the Global Stage

To realize the goal of placing Vietnam among the top 10 frozen mango exporters, a set of strategic, synchronized, and long-term solutions is required. Below are four key directions:

1. Invest in Advanced Processing Technology

Adopting IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology along with automated systems (washing, cutting, grading, packaging) is essential to enhance product quality, prolong shelf life, and meet export standards.

2. Build a Linked Value Chain: Farming – Processing – Export

Establishing strong links between farmers, cooperatives, and businesses ensures a consistent supply of quality raw materials with stable pricing and volume.
Traceability and standardized farming practices are the keys to expanding into premium markets.

Example: Mango-growing regions like Chu mango in Đồng Tháp, Sơn La, or Cam Lâm (Khánh Hòa) are now being developed under tightly linked models with enterprises, aiming for sustainable development.

3. Develop National Frozen Mango Brands

Instead of exporting in bulk or under private labels, Vietnam must invest in building its own brand of frozen mangoes, increase product value, and make a mark on international markets—similar to what Thailand and Peru are doing.

Example: Thailand promotes its “Queen Frozen Mango” brand, while Peru exports under “Camposol Frozen Mango”—both featured in major retail chains in the US and Europe, with higher price tags than unbranded Vietnamese products.

4. Expand Global Distribution Networks

Actively participating in major trade shows like Anuga China, Summer Fancy Food Show, Anuga Germany, etc., and deepening ties with global distribution systems will help Vietnamese businesses gain faster access to demanding markets such as the EU, Japan, and the US.

Leading Vietnamese Frozen Mango Exporters

Vietnam is experiencing strong growth in mango exports in general, and frozen mango in particular. Although the country’s current position is still modest compared to global leaders, if it maintains its current growth rate and accelerates investment in deep processing, Vietnam could very well break into the top 10 global frozen mango exporters within the next 4–6 years.

Positive Growth Is a Promising Sign

According to the General Department of Vietnam Customs, in 2023, Vietnam exported nearly 643 tons of frozen mango to the U.S., generating about USD 988,000—an increase of 84.7% in volume and 83.2% in value compared to the previous year.

During the same period, Vietnam’s total frozen fruit exports (HS code 0811) reached approximately USD 240 million, with frozen mango making up a steadily growing proportion.

If Vietnam maintains a growth rate of 20–30% per year, it has every opportunity to catch up with countries currently ranking 10th to 12th globally.

Processing Infrastructure Is Rapidly Improving

Many companies—including HungHau Foods, Euro Viet Fresh, Nghi Sơn Foods, NaFoods, and TS Foods—are investing heavily in IQF freezing systems, automated sorting, washing, cutting, and packaging lines.

One prime example is the HFV factory of HungHau Foods, which showcases this development trend with a daily production capacity of hundreds of tons, fully compliant with export standards for the U.S., EU, and South Korea.

Local Sourcing Zones Being Upgraded

In addition, several provinces such as Đong Thap, Tien Giang, Son La, and Dak Lak are actively building standardized raw material zones, helping businesses ensure traceability and enabling on-site preliminary processing to enhance export readiness.

Forecast: When Will Vietnam Rise to the Global Top 10?

With its impressive growth in the processed fruit sector—especially in frozen mango—Vietnam is expected to break into the top 10 global frozen mango exporters within the next 4–6 years.

According to the General Department of Vietnam Customs, in 2023, Vietnam exported nearly 643 tons of frozen mango to the U.S., an increase of nearly 85% in volume compared to 2022. At the same time, frozen fruit exports under HS code 0811 reached approximately USD 240 million, with mangoes steadily accounting for a larger share each year.

A representative from the Department of Agro-product Processing and Market Development (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development) stated:

“If businesses continue to invest in freezing technology, traceability systems, and expand GAP-certified farming areas, frozen mango can absolutely become one of Vietnam’s key fruit export products.”

In addition, global demand for frozen fruit is rising sharply, especially in high-standard markets like the U.S., Japan, South Korea, and the EU—creating a huge opportunity for Vietnam. Many local companies have already recognized this potential and are shifting their strategies from exporting raw fruit to value-added processing to enhance profitability.

HungHau Foods – A Pioneer in Vietnamese Frozen Mango Export

As one of the pioneering enterprises in processed agricultural exports, HungHau Foods has been affirming its position on the map of Vietnamese frozen mango exports.

Operating the HFV (HungHau Food Value) plant located in a key sourcing region—the Mekong Delta—HungHau Foods is equipped with state-of-the-art IQF freezing lines, as well as automated systems for sorting, washing, cutting, and packaging. It has also developed GAP-compliant raw material areas, capable of meeting the strict requirements of major markets like the U.S., Japan, and the EU. The facility spans 14,000 m² with an annual capacity of 2,500 tons.

HungHau’s frozen mango products are now present in multiple countries, including the U.S., South Korea, Australia, the Netherlands, and the United Arab Emirates.

Beyond participating in major international trade fairs such as Anuga China, Anuga Germany, Summer Fancy Foods, HungHau is actively building its brand identity and standardizing its products, aiming to make Vietnamese mango globally competitive against rivals like Thailand, Peru, and Mexico.

With the vision of “From farm to the world,” HungHau Foods is not only a market leader, but also a key driver in pushing Vietnamese frozen mango into the global top 10.