PGP International Soy Protein Crisp Rice with Organic Cocoa (933

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin: United States of America (USA)
Ingredient Name: Cocao Soy Protein Rice Crisps
Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin,
Plant Origin
Food Ingredients Functions: Protein Source,
Sprinkles
Technologies: Food Ingredients
Product Families: Food Ingredients — Functional Additives
Color Additives & Decoratives
Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification
Plant Proteins,
Proteins & Amino Acids
Food Ingredients — Texture & Consistency
Texturizers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Additive-free,
BSE-free,
Gluten-free,
Kosher,
Naturally Derived,
Non-GMO,
Not Tested on Animals,
Organic,
Plant-Based,
Preservative-free,
Vegan,
Vegetarian
Food Ingredients Features: Enhanced Crunchiness,
High Protein Content,
High Quality,
Improved Crispiness,
Improved Texture,
Provides Crispy Texture,
Suitable for Vegans,
Suitable for Vegetarian Foods
Key Benefits: Our portfolio of extruded protein crisps are made from a range of high-quality protein sources in variety of shapes and sizes. Our versatile crisps provide you with:

Plant-Protein Fortifi cation

Textural Enhancement

Simple Label Declarations

Clean Flavor Profi les

Visual Differentiation & Appeal

Applications & Uses

Markets: Food & Nutrition
Applications: Food & Nutrition — Food
Cereals & Snacks,
Confectionery,
Convenience Foods
Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being
Functional Foods,
Sports Nutrition
Food & Nutrition Applications: Breakfast Cereals,
Cereal Bars,
Confectionery Products,
Functional Foods,
Granola,
Nutritional Bars,
Nutritional Snacks,
Oatmeal,
Protein Bars,
Snacks,
Sports Nutrition
Applications: Our extruded protein crisps are ideal for use in:

Bars

Breakfast Cereals

Clusters

Confectionery

Protein Snacks

Properties

Odor: Cocoa, soy
Flavor: Cocoa, soy
Physical Properties
Typical Mineral Profile
Microbiological Values
Nutritional Information
Particle Size Distribution
Composition
Impurities
Typical Vitamin Profile
Note: A thermal lethality validation study was carried out by an ISO 17025 contract laboratory. Therefore, PGPI is confident this product meets a minimum pasteurization kill and is considered Ready to Eat.

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 5.0	%	—
Bulk Density	0.180 - 0.245	g/cc	—

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Soy Protein Isolate	min. 50	%	—
Organic Rice Flour	20 - 50	%	—
Organic Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali	2 - 20	%	—

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Foreign Materials	None	—	—
Infestation	None	—	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: BRC Certified,
FDA Compliant,
FFDCA,
GFSI Certified,
Gluten-free,
Kosher,
Non-GMO Project Verified,
Organic Certified,
SEDEX Approved
Quality Standards: BRCGS
Regulatory Information: Compliance : All deliveries shall comply in every respect to the requirements and the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, as amended.

Food Grade Statement : PGP International, Inc. manufactures milled and extruded products that fall under the following general food categories:

Milled products – 21 CFR § 170.3(n)(1)

Extruded products – 21 CFR § 170.3(n)(4)

BSE and Vegan Statement : No animal testing or inclusion of animal derived products such as meat or dairy are used in processing unless this product contains honey. Based on this information we believe that the product is free from Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE).

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Bags,
Bulk,
Totes (IBC)
Packaging Information: 500 lb. corrugated tote with food grade poly bag.

525 lb. corrugated tote with food grade poly bag.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 18 Months
Storage Information: May be stored up to 18 months from date of manufacture in a clean, dry environment at ambient temperature and humidity in original packaging free from odors and infestation. Recommended for use within 9 months from date of manufacturing in order to maximize product freshness.

PGP International Soy Protein Crisp Rice with Organic Cocoa (933-OR)