Andros Professional, based in Mount Jackson, Virginia, is a premium supplier of fruit-based ingredient solutions tailored for the foodservice and industrial manufacturing sectors. As part of the globally recognized Andros Group—headquartered in France—Andros Professional in North America brings decades of fruit processing expertise to chefs, bakers, and manufacturers across the United States and beyond.
Brief History
Andros Group was founded in 1910 in Biars-sur-Cère, France, and grew to become a global leader in fruit processing and dairy products. The North American division, branded as Andros Professional, was established to serve the specific needs of the U.S. foodservice and industrial food production markets. Its Virginia operations and commercial presence across North America reflect the group’s long-term investment in premium fruit ingredients and localized customer support.
Core Business
Andros Professional specializes in the production and supply of:
- Ready-to-use fruit fillings
- Fruit spreads and purees
- Whole fruit and fruit chunk preparations
- Customized fruit solutions for foodservice, bakery, patisserie, and dairy manufacturers
Their vertically integrated supply chain—from sourcing fruits globally to proprietary production and packaging—ensures consistency, safety, and flavor integrity across all SKUs.
Product and Service Offerings
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Fruit Fillings
- Flavors include: Apple Cinnamon, Apricot, Blueberry, Raspberry, Strawberry, Cherry
- Designed for pies, tarts, danishes, cakes, and pastries
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Spreads & Purees
- Varieties: Apricot, Blackberry, Blueberry, Strawberry, Raspberry
- Natural taste with no high-fructose corn syrup or artificial coloring
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Fruits & Chunks in Syrup or Puree
- Flavors: Strawberry, Raspberry, Mixed Berry, Peach, Pineapple & Yuzu, Pink Guava, Mango, Mango & Passion Fruit
- Ideal for dairy, frozen desserts, and beverage applications
All products are offered in professional-grade packaging for commercial kitchens and manufacturing environments.
Specialization and Core USP
- Fruit Sourcing Excellence – Direct relationships with growers ensure quality and transparency
- Minimal Processing Techniques – Preserving the natural look, color, and flavor of fruits
- R&D Collaboration – Custom formulations available for co-manufacturers and large-scale clients
- Clean Label Commitment – Products contain no preservatives, artificial flavorings, or colorants unless requested
Andros Professional provides high fruit content preparations, making them a preferred supplier for quality-conscious clients in pastry, baking, and food production.
Financials
As part of the privately held Andros Group (global revenues estimated at over €2 billion annually), Andros Professional is a key growth vertical for the U.S. market. Industry reports and commercial data suggest:
- Estimated U.S. division revenue exceeds $50 million annually
- Supplies to over 300 industrial manufacturers and foodservice chains in North America
- Sales growth of 18–22% annually since 2020, driven by demand for clean-label and fruit-forward ingredients
Shipment Data
Logistics data and customer reports show:
- Product distribution across 48 U.S. states with strong penetration in the Northeast, Midwest, and West Coast
- Direct supply partnerships with national bakery chains and contract manufacturers
- Warehousing and distribution hubs located in Virginia and Louisiana
- International fruit sourcing includes Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia, depending on seasonal yield
All shipments are traceable with full lot and origin documentation for food safety compliance.
Target Market
- Commercial bakeries and patisseries
- Dessert and dairy product manufacturers
- Foodservice operators (restaurants, hotels, cafes)
- National QSR and fast-casual chains
- Private label product developers
Andros also supports culinary schools and innovation labs with R&D samples and test-ready kits.
Capabilities
- Custom blend development for commercial recipes
- Controlled viscosity and sugar levels for tailored applications
- Aseptic packaging, frozen, and refrigerated formats
- Culinary support and demo kitchens for B2B product testing
- Compliance with major retail and export standards (EU/US)
Certifications and Compliance Records
- HACCP-certified and GFSI-compliant processing facilities
- Kosher and Halal certification available for select products
- Non-GMO, preservative-free, and clean-label options
- FDA, USDA, and EU food safety regulations compliant
Customer Testimonials
"We use Andros fruit fillings for our gourmet pastries because the flavor and texture outperform anything else we've tested. Their consistency is key." — Executive Pastry Chef, Premium Bakery Chain
"As a co-manufacturer, Andros gives us the confidence of traceable sourcing and custom solutions. Their team works like an extension of our R&D department." — Director of Product Innovation, National Dairy Brand
Major Achievements
- Selected fruit supplier for Michelin-starred patisseries in New York and Los Angeles
- Featured at the National Restaurant Association Show as a top innovation partner
- R&D collaborations with global food brands to launch limited-edition fruit-based products
- Achieved ISO 22000 food safety certification for North American operations in 2022
