Baobab Fruit Powder
Raw fruit-pulp powder from Adansonia digitata L. — wild-harvested, naturally dried in the fruit, simply milled and sieved. No additives, no processing aids.
Single ingredient
Raw
Vegan
Non-GMO
Allergen-free
EU Novel Food approved
Organic sourcing on request — certification in progress
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical origin | Adansonia digitata L., fruit pulp | Identity |
| Appearance | Off-white to cream powder; mildly tangy, citrus notes | Visual / sensory |
| Particle size | ≥ 95% through 60 mesh | Sieve analysis |
| Moisture | ≤ 10.0% | 105 °C, 5 h |
| Total ash | ≤ 7.0% | 550 °C |
| pH (10% solution) | 2.8 – 3.8 | pH meter, 25 °C |
| Total dietary fiber | ≥ 40%, typically ~50% (approx. 50:50 soluble:insoluble) | AOAC 985.29 |
| Vitamin C | 150 – 300 mg / 100 g | HPLC |
| Total plate count | ≤ 10,000 cfu/g | ISO 4833 |
| Yeasts & molds | ≤ 500 cfu/g | ISO 21527 |
| E. coli | Absent / 1 g | ISO 16649 |
| Salmonella | Absent / 25 g | ISO 6579 |
Applications
- Smoothies, juices & functional beverages — natural vitamin C and fiber
- Snack bars, bakery & cereals — clean-label fruit powder
- Nutraceutical & supplement formulations
- Dairy & ice cream — natural tang and body
- Natural acidulant and flavor modifier
Packing & storage
- 25 kg / 50 kg PP (polypropylene) bags
- 25 kg multi-wall kraft paper bags
- Food-grade big bags on request
- Palletized & shrink-wrapped on request
- Store cool and dry, away from light; shelf life 24 months in original packing