BCFoods Carrot Granule -8+40

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name

Dehydrated Carrot

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin,

Vegetable Origin

Animal Feed & Nutrition Functions

Whole Food Ingredient

Technologies

Animal Feed & Nutrition,

Food Ingredients

Product Families

Animal Feed & Nutrition — Formulated Feeds, Whole Foods and Extracts

Whole Foods & Extracts

Food Ingredients — Whole Foods, Extracts & Premixes

Vegetable Products & Extracts

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Aflatoxin-free,

Foreign matter-free,

Iron-free,

Kosher,

Naturally Derived,

Pathogen-free,

Plant-Based,

Sustainable

Food Ingredients Features

Freeze Dried,

Promotes Digestive Health,

Rich in Beta-Carotene,

Stimulates Immune System,

Supports Cardiovascular Health

Applications & Uses

Markets

Agriculture & Feed,

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Agriculture & Feed — Animal Health & Nutrition

Other Animal Health & Nutrition,

Pets

Food & Nutrition — Food

Bakery,

Cereals & Snacks,

Confectionery,

Convenience Foods,

Savory & Culinary

Animal Species

Cats,

Dogs,

Hamster,

Pets,

Rabbit

Food & Nutrition Applications

Cake Mixes,

Dry Mixes,

Instant Noodle,

Ready Meals,

Snacks,

Soups

Properties

Physical Form

Granules,

Solid

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 5.5	%	—

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Coliforms	200.0	/g	—
Escherichia coli	max. 3	MPN	—
Listeria Negative	25.0	/g	—
Salmonella Negative	750.0	/g	—
Staphylococcus aureus	max. 10	/g	—
Total Plate Count	100000.0	/g	—
Yeast and Molds Count	200.0	/g	—

Particle Size Distribution

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
USS Mesh Size (on US #8)	max. 12	—	—
USS Mesh Size (passing through US #40)	max. 7	%	—

Note

Microbiological results are based on a three-class sampling plan.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

BRC Certified,

CAC/RCP-5-1971,

FDA 21 CFR 117,

FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA),

FSA Certificate,

FSSC 22000,

GFSI Certified,

ISO 17025,

SEDEX Approved,

cGMP

Technical Details & Test Data

Hydration

• Allow 20–25 minutes in boiling water and 1-2 hours in cold water
• Typical re-hydration ratio is about 1:10 (dry: fresh).

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Cases

Packaging Information

Product is supplied in poly-lined corrugated fiber cases.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

24 Months

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

• Recommended storage is in a cool dry area.
• Shelf life under normal conditions is 24 months.