Orai™ BC-FD (Organic Blackcurrant Freeze-Dried Powder)
Orai™ BC-FD (Organic Blackcurrant Freeze-Dried Powder) is extracted from the whole fruits of organic Ribes nigrum (blackcurrant). This freeze-dried powder comes in a deep bordeaux color, which makes it perfect for formulations ranging from organic gummies to organic foods and beverages.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
Product families
Applications
- Energy Drinks
- Sports Drinks
- Tea Cocoa & Coffee
- Functional Foods
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements
- Sports Nutrition
Product Families
- Functional Ingredients
- Phytochemicals
- Fruit Products & Extracts
Other characteristics
- Brand
Orai™ Family: Organic Extracts & Freeze Dried Powder from New Zealand & Australia
- Ingredient Name
- Blackcurrant Powder
- Labeling Claims
Additive-free, Clean Label, Natural, Naturally Derived, No Added Sugar, Non-GMO, Organic, Pesticide-free, Plant-Based, Preservative-free, Sustainable, Vegan; Additive-free; Clean Label; Natural; Naturally Derived; No Added Sugar; Non-GMO; Organic; Pesticide-free; Plant-Based; Preservative-free; Sustainable; Vegan
- Active Component
- Anthocyanins, Polyphenols
- Anthocyanins
- Polyphenols
- Ingredient Origin
- Natural Origin, Plant Origin
- Natural Origin
- Plant Origin
- Certifications & Compliance
Non-GMO Project Verified, Organic Certified, USDA Organic, Vegan
- Odor
- Light berry
- Taste
- Astringent
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Appearance
- Purple/black fine powder
- Shelf LIfe
- 3 years
- Technology
- Food Ingredients
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- HIGHLIGHTS
Excipient Free; FD process captures nutrients of Organic NZ grown Blackcurrants, which are naturally rich in Vitamin C and anthocyanins due to NZ's UV light; Bordeaux color with sweet + slightly tart taste
- Chemical Impurities
- Pesticides Residue
- Complies with BP 2004 Appendix XI L and USP 561
- Test Method
- GC-ECD/NPD confirmed by GC-MS
- Benefit Claims (Health)
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Antioxidant Properties
- Stimulates Immune System
- Supports Eye Health
- Food Ingredients Features
- Freeze Dried
- Imparts color
- Vitamin C Enriched
- Certifications and Compliance
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- Organic Certified
- USDA Organic
- Vegan
- Food and Nutrition Applications
- Functional Beverages
- Functional Foods
- Nutraceuticals
- Protein Powder
- Sports Nutrition
Technical data
Table 1 of 5
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesh Size (Pass through 60 mesh) | 96.0 | % | Screen |
| Loss on Drying | max. 5 | % | AOAC, 934.06 |
| Water Activity | max. 0.3 | — | Aqualab Meter |
Table 2 of 5
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Plate Count | max. 100000 | cfu/g | FDA BAM 3 |
| Total Yeast & Mold Count | max. 10000 | cfu/g | APHA, 5th Edition 2015; Chapter 21 |
| Enterobacteriaceae | max. 1000 | cfu/g | APHA, 5th Edition 2015; Chapter 9 |
| Escherichia Coli | max. 1000 | cfu/g | APHA, 5th Edition 2015; Chapter 9 |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | max. 1000 | cfu/g | FDA BAM 12 |
| Salmonella | Negative | per 25g | Solus ELISA (screen) |
Table 3 of 5
9 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1450.0 | kJ/100g |
| Total Protein | 4.8 | g/100g |
| Gluten | 0.0 | g/100g |
| Total Fat | 2.0 | g/100g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 | g/100g |
| Carbohydrate | 65.5 | g/100g |
| Sugars | 46.8 | g/100g |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 | g/100g |
| Sodium | 14.0 | mg/100g |
Table 4 of 5
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Anthocyanins | Average of 3000 | mg/100g | J.Agr.Food Chem;49,3,2001(mod) |
| Vitamin C | Average of 500 | mg/100g | Food Processing 5/96 p 198 |
Table 5 of 5
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Metals Content | max. 10 | ppm | AOAC 2013.06 (mod.) |
| Arsenic Content | max. 3 | ppm | AOAC 2013.06 (mod.) |
| Mercury Content | max. 1 | ppm | AOAC 2013.06 (mod.) |
| Cadmium Content | max. 1 | ppm | AOAC 2013.06 (mod.) |
| Lead Content | max. 3 | ppm | AOAC 2013.06 (mod.) |
