Freeze-Dried Pear Powder
Freeze-Dried Pear Powder is produced from fresh, ripe pears that are gently freeze-dried to preserve their natural mild sweetness, delicate aroma, and nutritional content. The process locks in vitamins, minerals, and fiber while removing only moisture, resulting in a fine, free-flowing powder. 100% natural and free from added sugar, preservatives, or artificial colors, it is widely used in smoothies, beverages, bakery products, desserts, sauces, and health supplements.
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Manufacturing Process:
Raw Material Selection: Choose ripe, firm, and sweet pears of uniform size and maturity. Avoid bruised, overripe, or diseased fruits. Washing & Cleaning: Wash thoroughly with potable water. Use 50–100 ppm chlorinated water for surface sanitization to reduce microbial load. Peeling & Cutting: Peel the skin (optional, depending on desired powder characteristics). Cut the pears and remove the core and seeds. Slice or cube into 1–2 cm uniform pieces for consistent freezing and drying. Pretreatment (Optional): To prevent enzymatic browning and preserve color: Dip in ascorbic acid (0.1–0.3%) or Citric acid (0.2–0.5%) solution for 2–3 minutes. Drain excess solution before freezing. Freezing : Rapidly freeze pear slices at –35°C to –40°C. Quick freezing ensures small ice crystals, preserving texture, nutrients, and flavor. Freeze Drying : Place frozen pear slices in the freeze-dryer. Primary Drying (Sublimation): Shelf temperature: –40°C to –50°C, slowly raised to 0°C. High vacuum sublimates ice, removing most free water. Secondary Drying (Desorption): Shelf temperature: 20–40°C under vacuum. Removes bound moisture. Final moisture content: 2–4%. Milling / Grinding : Freeze-dried pear pieces are ground into fine powder using a hammer mill or pulverizer. Sieve to achieve uniform mesh size (80–100 mesh). Blending & Standardization (Optional) : For flowability and reduced stickiness, add carriers such as maltodextrin (if needed). Standardize to ensure consistent color, flavor, and solubility.
Specifications:
Appearance: Light cream to pale yellow powder
Flavor & Aroma: Characteristic sweet, fruity pear flavor and aroma
Moisture Content: ≤ 5%
Solubility: Completely soluble in water
Particle Size: 60–100 mesh (customizable)
Bulk Density: 0.3 – 0.6 g/ml
pH (1% solution): 3.5 – 4.5
More Info:
Pkg Size: 2kgs & 5 kgs
Shelf Life: 12 months (in sealed, moisture-proof packaging)
Packaging Material: Zipper Pouch (Food Grade)
GS1 Barcode: 890 XXXX XXXXXX X (2Kg)| 890 XXXX XXXXXX X (5Kg)
HSN Code: 08134040
Application & Uses:
Bakery & Confectionery – Used in cakes, muffins, cookies, and pastries for natural sweetness and flavor.
Snacks & Cereals – Incorporated in granola, trail mixes, and energy bars.
Desserts & Dairy Products – Added to ice creams, yogurts, puddings, and custards.
Instant Foods – Convenient ingredient for baby foods, porridges, and ready-to-eat mixes.
Smoothies & Shakes – Adds natural fruitiness and fiber.
Juices & Cocktails – Provides refreshing pear flavor and aroma.
Nutritional & Detox Drinks – Valued for its gentle sweetness and digestive properties.
Dietary Supplements – Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
Functional Foods – Used in immunity-boosting and digestive health blends.
Herbal & Ayurvedic Formulations – Traditionally used for hydration and gut health.
Superfood & Fruit Blends – Combined with apple, banana, or berry powders.
Fortified Foods – Incorporated in cereals, baby food, and meal replacements.
Clean-Label Products – Natural alternative to artificial fruit flavorings.
Pet Nutrition – Used in premium pet foods for added vitamins and minerals.