Appearance: Whole, pitted cherries with natural red to dark red color
Size: 14-18 mm in diameter
Texture: Firm, not mushy when thawed
Foreign Matter: Free from visible foreign matter
Organoleptic Properties
Taste: Characteristic sour cherry taste, free from off-flavors
Aroma: Fresh, characteristic of sour cherries
Color: Uniform dark red to burgundy
Chemical and Nutritional Information
Brix: 14-16°
pH: 3.2-3.5
Acidity: 1.5-2.0% (as malic acid)
Moisture: 80-85%
Microbiological Standards
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 CFU/g
Yeast and Mold: < 1,000 CFU/g
E. coli: < 10 CFU/g
Salmonella: Absent in 25g
Packaging and Storage
Packaging: 10 kg polyethylene bags in cardboard boxes
Storage Temperature: -18°C or below
Shelf Life: 24 months when stored as recommended
Certifications and Compliance
Quality Standard: ISO 22000, HACCP
Organic Certification: Available upon request
Allergen Information: Free from known allergens
GMO Status: Non-GMO
Processing Method:
Harvesting at optimal ripeness
Sorting and cleaning
Pitting
Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) to preserve quality
Packaging in food-grade materials
Storage at -18°C or below
Intended Use: Suitable for direct consumption after thawing, or for use in various food applications such as baking, jams, juices, and as ingredients in other food products.