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Smirk's Pumpkin Kernel Shine Skin Organic A+ Sterilized
Pumpkin kernels, also known as Pepitas, are flat, green seeds with a sweet, nutty flavor. Known to be high in protein and a source of antioxidants. Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO.
Product families
Applications
Food & Nutrition — Food
- Bakery
- Cereals & Snacks
- Convenience Foods
- Savory & Culinary
Product Families
Food Ingredients — Whole Foods, Extracts & Premixes
- Nut & Seed Products
Other characteristics
- Features
Antioxidant Properties, High Protein Content, Roasted
- Ingredient Name
- Pumpkin Kernels
- Labeling Claims
Gluten-free, Kosher, Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Organic, Vegan; Gluten-free; Kosher; Natural; Naturally Derived; Non-GMO; Organic; Vegan
- Certifications & Compliance
- Kosher, Organic Certified, USDA Organic
- Usage
For snacking, and added to trail mixes, granolas / granola bars. Put atop salads and an inclusion in breads and baked goods.
- Taste
- Characteristic natural of pumpkin seed or kernel
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Shelf LIfe
- 24 Months
- Ingredient
- Pumpkin Kernels
- Technology
- Food Ingredients
- Recommended Use
- Can be used for roasting, or ingredient usage.
- Ingredient Origin
- Natural Origin
- Plant Origin
- Storage Condition
Recommend keeping refrigerated for longest shelf life and to help prevent pest harborage during warm months.
- Food Ingredients Features
- Antioxidant Properties
- High Protein Content
- Roasted
- Certifications and Compliance
- Kosher
- Organic Certified
- USDA Organic
- Food and Nutrition Applications
- Bread
- Breakfast Cereals
- Granola
- Packaged Salads
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture Content | max. 8 | % |
| Purity | min. 99.97 | % |
Table 2 of 2
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Coliform | max. 100 | cfu/g |
| Escherichia coli | max. 10 | cfu/g |
| Listeria monocytogenes | Negative | — |
| Salmonella | Negative | /10g |
| Total Plate Count | max. 50,000 | cfu/g |
| Yeast & Mold | max. 1,000 | — |
