BCFoods Chives Ring

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin

China,

Germany

Ingredient Name

Chives, Dehydrated

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Technologies

Food Ingredients

Product Families

Food Ingredients — Whole Foods, Extracts & Premixes

Plant & Herb Products & Extracts

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Aflatoxin-free,

Allergen-free,

Foreign matter-free,

Kosher,

Metal-free,

Naturally Derived,

Pathogen-free,

Plant-Based,

Sustainable,

Traceable Manufacturing Process

Food Ingredients Features

Cost Effective,

Enhanced Shelf Life,

Enhances Mood,

Free of Major Allergens,

High Quality,

Improved Cognitive Function,

Improves Eye Health,

Long Shelf Life,

Mild,

Neutral flavor,

Rich in Vitamins

Applications & Uses

Markets

Agriculture & Feed,

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Agriculture & Feed — Animal Health & Nutrition

Pets

Food & Nutrition — Food

Convenience Foods,

Dairy,

Savory & Culinary

Food & Nutrition Applications

Cheese,

Dips,

Food Seasonings,

Frozen Meals,

Instant Noodle,

Mashed Potatoes,

Pet Foods,

Salad Dressing,

Sauces,

Soups,

Spreads

Properties

Physical Form

Solid

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	6.0	%	—

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Coliforms	500.0	/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	300.0	/g	—

Particle Size Distribution

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
USS Mesh Size (on US #4)	max. 09	%	—
USS Mesh Size (passing through US #40)	max. 10	%	—

Note

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

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

BRC Certified,

FDA 21 CFR 117,

FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA),

FSA Certificate,

FSSC 22000,

GFSI Certified,

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP),

Kosher,

SEDEX Approved,

cGMP

Technical Details & Test Data

Hydration

Allow 3-6 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.