JS Dark Alkalized Cocoa Powder - NERO
NERO is an alkalized fat reduced cocoa powder from Theobroma cocoa. Less than 0.5% fat. Fine cocoa powder with improved solubility and intense color darkening effect due to its low fat content. Perfect to add a hint of dark chocolate color to dry and wet applications. Specially those with fat compatibility issues. Ideal for chocolate spreads, cremes, foamy applications and dairy and non dairy beverages. Optimal darkener of chocolate biscuits, cakes, muffins and Oreo type of products. Due to JS COCOA unique Dutch processing applied at zero fat level, NERO has an enhanced taste without soapy off-flavors when compared to black powders with 10-12 % fat content.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Solid
Other characteristics
- Brand
- JS
- Color
- Black
- Functions
Anti-Blooming Agent, Bulking Agent, Color Retention Aid, Filler, Flavor Enhancer, Food Coloring, Food Premix, Sprinkles, Taste Modifier, Whole Food Ingredient
- Ingredient Name
- Cocoa Powder
- Labeling Claims
- Fat-free, Halal, Kosher, Natural, Non-GMO
- Fat-free
- Halal
- Kosher
- Natural
- Non-GMO
- Ingredient Origin
- Natural Origin
- Certifications & Compliance
- FDA Compliant, FSSC 22000, Halal, Kosher
- Odor
- Cocoa free from off odors.
- Taste
- Cocoa free from off flavors.
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Shelf LIfe
- 3 years
- Ingredient
- Cocoa Powder, Potassium Carbonate
- Technology
- Food Ingredients
- Pigments & Colorants
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Application
Designed for preparation of chocolate confectionery and other food products.
- Storage Information
- Store in a cool and dry place.
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Fat | 0 - 2 | % |
| Moisture Content | max. 5.0 | % |
| Fineness (<75μm) | min. 99.5 | % |
| pH | 8.5 ± 0.5 | — |
| Alkalizing Agent | max. 8.5 | % |
| Ash (fat, free dry matter) | max. 16.0 | % |
Table 2 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Total Plate Count | max. 5000 | cfu/g |
| Yeast & Molds | max. 100 | cfu/g |
| Escherichia coli | Negative | per g |
| Salmonella | Negative | per 25g |
Table 3 of 3
12 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 879 | kJ per 100g |
| Energy | 198 | kcal per 100g |
| Fat | 0.3 | g per 100g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 | g per 100g |
| Mono Unsaturated Fat | 0.1 | g per 100g |
| Poly Unsaturated Fat | 0 | g per 100g |
| Carbohydrate | 11.8 | g per 100g |
| Carbohydrate of which Sugar | 0.3 | g per 100g |
| Carbohydrate of which Starch | 11.5 | g per 100g |
| Protein | 27.6 | g per 100g |
| Fibers | 33 | g per 100g |
| Sodium | 23 | mg per 100g |
