Frozen Concentrated Melon Juice
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Fruit Variety Cantaloupe Processing Season January – March |
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| Brix (Temp + Acid corr) | Minimum 40.0 |
This product is manufactured from mature and wholesome melons (Cantaloupe) grown in Costa Rica. This juice is manufactured following the guidelines of the Good Manufacturing Practices and in accordance with the General Principles of Food Hygiene, recommended by the Codex Alimentarius.
Packaging
| 55 gallons Cylindrical drums | Approx. 500 lbs Net weight |
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| 300 gallons Metallic bins | Under Request |
All drums and bins with one polyethylene liner inside and one aseptic bag or two polyethylene liners.
Specifications
| Brix (Temp + Acid corr) | Minimum 40.0 |
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| Bottom pulp | Maximum 30% v/v (1500 rpm@10 min, 9° Brix) |
| Color | Typical of cantaloupe melon juice extracted from mature fruits |
| Defects | None that affect the appearance or palatability of the juice |
| Flavor | Typical of cantaloupe melon juice extracted from mature fruits. No objectionable flavor or aroma |
Microbiological
| Total Plate Count | Maximum 10 000 CFU / g |
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| Yeast and Mold | Maximum 2 000 CFU / g |
Storage
-18 ºC (0 °F) is recommended for storage and shipping
Use Before
Bins – 1 year from production date
Drums – 3 years from production date