Pineapple Puree
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Fruit Variety MD2 (Maui Gold) Processing Season All Year |
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| Brix (Temp + Acid corr) | Minimum 12.0 (other under request) |
| Brix / Acid Ratio | Minimum 25.0 Maximum 40.0 |
This product is manufactured from mature and wholesome MD2 (Maui Gold) pineapples grown in Costa Rica and free from food additives. This puree is manufactured following the guidelines of Good Manufacturing Practices and in accordance with the General Principles of Food Hygiene, recommended by the Codex Alimentarius.
Packaging
| 55 gallons drums | 190 Kg. Net weight |
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| Cardboard cartons | 18 Kg. Net weight |
All containers with two polyethylene liners inside.
Specifications
| Brix (Temp + Acid corr) | Minimum 12.0 (other under request) |
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| Brix / Acid Ratio | Minimum 25.0 Maximum 40.0 |
| % pulp | Minimum 80% m/m Maximum 85% m/m |
| Color | Very good according to USDA. Light yellow. Absence of green or gray color |
| Defects | Practically free from defects according to USDA. None that affect the appearance or palatability of the juice |
| Flavor | Characteristic pineapple flavor No objectionable flavor or aroma |
Microbiological
| Total Plate Count (OSA, 30 °C) | Maximum 2 000 CFU / g |
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| Yeast and Mold (PDA, 30 °C) | Maximum 500 CFU / g |
Storage
-18 ºC (0 °F) is recommended for storage and shipping
Use Before
3 years from production date.