BC Foods - Pumpkin Flake 1/4in - BC Foods & Culinary Farms

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin: Mexico,
Peru
Ingredient Name: Pumpkin, Dehydrated
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,
Allergen-free,
Foreign matter-free,
Kosher,
Metal-free,
Naturally Derived,
Organic,
Pathogen-free,
Plant-Based,
Sustainable,
Traceable Manufacturing Process
Animal Feed & Nutrition Features: Improves Metabolism,
Maintains Gastrointestinal Integrity & Stability,
Support Eye Health,
Support Skin Health
Food Ingredients Features: Cost Effective,
Fiber Enrichment,
Free of Major Allergens,
High Quality,
Imparts Flavor,
Improved Bone Health,
Improves Eye Health,
Promotes Digestive Health,
Rich in Beta-Carotene,
Rich in Minerals,
Rich in Vitamins,
Stimulates Immune System,
Supports Cardiovascular Health,
Supports Kidney health,
Supports Lung 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,
Savory & Culinary
Animal Species: Cats,
Dogs,
Hamster,
Pets,
Rabbit
Food & Nutrition Applications: Gluten Free Food,
Pancakes,
Pumpkin Spice,
Snacks,
Soups,
Waffles

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 6	%	—

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
USS Mesh Size (on US #1/4)	max. 10	%	—
USS Mesh Size (passing through US #20)	max. 5	%	—

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

Technical Details & Test Data

Hydration: Allow 3-5 minutes for dices 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.

BCFoods Pumpkin Flake 1/4in