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Botanical Information
Species: Prunus avium
Origin: Chile – Central Region
Harvest period: December to January
Processing location: Central Chile
Organoleptic Characteristics
|
Parameter |
Specification |
|---|---|
|
Color |
Deep red to dark purple (Pantone 4975c to Black 5c) |
|
Flavor / Aroma |
Typical of ripe sweet cherries |
|
Texture |
Firm, not mushy |
Chemical Characteristics
|
Parameter |
Value |
|---|---|
|
Brix (min.) |
15.0 °Bx |
|
PH (range) |
3.8 – 4.5 |
|
Total acidity (as citric acid) |
0.2 – 0.7 % |
Microbiological Criteria (per g or test unit)
|
Parameter |
Maximum Level |
|---|---|
|
Total Plate Count |
< 10,000 CFU/g |
|
Yeasts & Molds |
< 10,000 CFU/g |
|
Lactic / Acetic Bacteria |
< 10,000 CFU/g |
|
Staphylococcus aureus |
Not detected in 10g |
|
Enterobacteriaceae |
Not detected in 10g |
|
Pathogens |
Absent in 25g (per EU/US norms) |
Foreign Matter Tolerance
|
Foreign material |
Tolerance |
|---|---|
|
Stones/pits |
max. 1 per 10 kg |
|
Pit fragments |
max. 2 per 10 kg |
|
Leaves, stems, moldy, unripe, or overripe fruits |
None in 10 kg |
|
Wood, plastic, glass, metal, hair |
Zero tolerance |
|
Foreign fruit, soil, and animal matter |
Zero tolerance |
Packaging and Labelling
Inner packaging: Blue PE food-grade liner
Outer packaging: Corrugated carton, max 25 kg net
Product and lot code labeling according to customer specifications
Language: English and Spanish, or multilingual (upon request)
Storage & Shelf Life
Storage temperature: –20°C or colder
Transport temperature: ≤ –18°C
Shelf life: 24 months from production date
Recommended use: Do not refreeze after thawing
Regulatory Compliance
Compliant with EU Regulations: 1881/2006, 396/2005, 1935/2004
Compliant with US FDA CFR 21 and FSMA requirements
GMO-free according to EC Regulations 1829/2003 & 1830/2003, Packaging materials suitable for direct food contact
Additional Notes
All products are processed under HACCP and GFSI-recognized standards (e.g., BRCGS / FSSC 22000 certified facility).
Any changes to process, formulation, or ingredients that may affect food safety, quality, or allergen profile will be notified in writing to the customer.