BCFoods Pepper Black Ground -24 Mesh ETO Treated

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin

Brazil,

China,

India,

Indonesia,

Vietnam

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Food Ingredients Functions

Spice

Technologies

Food Ingredients

Product Families

Food Ingredients — Taste & Flavor

Spices, Herbs & Seasonings

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Aflatoxin-free,

Allergen-free,

Foreign matter-free,

Kosher,

Metal-free,

Naturally Derived,

Organic,

Pathogen-free,

Plant-Based,

Sustainable,

Traceable Manufacturing Process

Food Ingredients Features

Antioxidant Properties,

Cost Effective,

Excellent Bioavailability,

Free of Major Allergens,

High Quality,

Imparts Flavor,

Promotes Digestive Health,

Stimulates Immune System,

Sun Dried,

Supports Cardiovascular Health

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Food

Bakery,

Cereals & Snacks,

Meat Substitutes,

Meat, Poultry & Seafood,

Savory & Culinary

Food & Nutrition Applications

Chips,

Crackers,

Food Seasonings,

Meat Substitutes,

Pasta Sauces,

Processed Meat Products,

Salad Dressing,

Sauces,

Sausage,

Snacks,

Soups,

Spice Seasoning

Properties

Physical Form

Powder

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 12	%	—

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Ash Content	max. 7	%	—
Acid Insoluble Ash	max. 1	%	—
Volatile Oil	min. 1.5	%	—

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	100000	/g	—
Yeast and Molds Count	100	/g	—
Coliforms	100	/g	—
Escherichia coli	max. 3	MPN	—
C Staphylococcus	max. 10	/g	—
Salmonella Negative	750	/g	—

Particle Size Distribution

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
USS Mesh Size (on US #14)	0	%	—
USS Mesh Size (on US #20)	max. 5	%	—

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,

GMP,

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP),

Kosher,

Organic Certified,

SEDEX Approved,

USDA Organic,

cGMP

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Cases

Packaging Information

Product is supplied in poly-lined corrugated fiber cases.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

12 months

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

• Recommended storage is in a cool dry area.
• Shelf life under normal conditions is 12 months.