product overview

dried-raspberries

Freeze Dried Whole Raspberries are whole ripe raspberries preserved by freeze-drying to remove moisture while maintaining their original shape, bright red color, and natural flavor. The process uses low-temperature dehydration to retain heat-sensitive nutrients, aroma compounds, and crisp texture.

Product Name	Freeze Dried Whole Raspberries
Form	Whole berries
Color	Bright red
Packaging	50g–500g retail pouches/5kg–10kg bulk cartons/ OEM available

quality assurance

Raw Material Control

Fresh raspberries are sourced from approved farms and inspected for variety consistency, maturity, color, and physical defects.

Incoming tests include pesticide residue screening, heavy metals (Pb, Cd, As, Hg), and microbiological analysis.

Production Control

Berries are washed, individually quick frozen (IQF), and freeze-dried under controlled vacuum and low-temperature conditions.

Critical parameters include moisture content, water activity, berry integrity, and color uniformity.

Laboratory Testing

Moisture: typically ≤ 5.0%

Water Activity (Aw): typically ≤ 0.30

Microbiological tests: Total Plate Count, Yeast & Mold, Coliforms, E. coli, Salmonella

Chemical tests: pesticide residues, heavy metals, and optional nutritional analysis

Pre-Shipment Inspection

Verification of size, color, flavor, crispness, and foreign matter removal

Packaging seal integrity and net weight confirmation

Batch traceability and Certificate of Analysis (COA) issued for each lot

applications

Breakfast Cereals & Granola: Adds whole-fruit appearance, crisp texture, and natural raspberry flavor.
Snack Mixes: Provides a lightweight, visually attractive fruit inclusion for premium healthy snacks.
Chocolate & Confectionery: Used as a whole berry inclusion in chocolate bars and coated snacks.
Bakery Products: Suitable for muffins, cookies, and fillings requiring low-moisture fruit ingredients.
Dairy Products: Rehydrates well in yogurt, ice cream, and dessert applications.
Tea & Beverage Blends: Delivers natural fruit pieces for infusions and functional drink mixes.

Packaging & Logistics

Packaging Options

Retail pouches: 50 g to 500 g
Bulk cartons with inner PE liners: 5 kg or 10 kg
OEM and private label packaging available

Logistics

Recommended storage: Cool, dry conditions below 25°C with relative humidity below 60%
Shelf life: 18–24 months in unopened original packaging
Transport: Sea, air, and courier shipment available

Commercial Terms

Typical Lead Time: 15–25 days after order confirmation and packaging approval
MOQ: 100 kg for bulk orders; lower MOQ available for trial orders
Documents: COA, microbiological report, phytosanitary certificate, and export documents upon request

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