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What is Organic Goji Powder?
Organic Goji Powder (Lycium barbarum L.), also known as Wolfberry Powder, is produced from certified organic goji berries through low-temperature freeze-drying and micronization. This process maximizes retention of heat-sensitive nutrients, delivering a potent powder with >25,000 µmol TE/100g ORAC value.
Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Specification | Customization Options |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Source | Lycium barbarum L. (Ningxia GI) | Other Lycium species available |
| Processing | Freeze-dried & micronized | Spray-dried / oven-dried options |
| Polysaccharides | ≥20% (UV-Vis AOAC 999.03) | Enriched ≥25% available |
| Particle Size | 100% ≤ 80μm (D90) | Custom micronization (5-150μm) |
| Moisture | ≤6% | Ultra-low moisture ≤4% |
| Color | Deep orange-red (ΔE≤3) | Color stabilization |
| Solubility (1% sol.) | ≥85% in water | Instant solubility treatment |
Key Features & Benefits
- Nutrient Density:
- Natural zeaxanthin (≥200mg/100g) for eye health
- Vitamin C retention ≥80% (vs. raw berries)
- Clean Processing:
- No carriers or flow agents
- Sulfur dioxide-free (SO₂ <10ppm)
- Functional Properties:
- High ORAC value (25,000-30,000 µmol TE/100g)
- Prebiotic fiber ≥15g/100g
- Sensory Profile:
- Naturally sweet (Brix 40-45°)
- Mild earthy notes with zero bitterness
Applications
| Industry | Recommended Use Cases |
|---|---|
| Supplements | Capsule filling • Antioxidant blends • NAD+ boosters |
| Functional Foods | Smoothie boosts • Protein bars • Healthy gummies |
| Beverages | Instant functional drinks • Tea blends • Shots |
| Bakery | Natural food coloring • Bread fortification |
| Cosmeceuticals | Antioxidant serums (Goji Actives) |
Certifications & Quality Assurance
- Organic: USDA · EU Organic · COR
- Safety: BRCGS AA · ISO 22000 · HACCP · FDA GRAS
- Purity Verification:
- Heavy Metals: Pb≤0.1ppm · Cd≤0.05ppm · As≤0.5ppm
- Pesticides: 524-residue screen (non-detect)
- Microbiology: TPC<5,000 CFU/g · Salmonella absent
Packaging & Customization
- Standard Packaging:
- 10kg multilayered kraft bags with foil barrier
- 25kg food-grade pails
- Custom Solutions:
- Nitrogen-flushed retail pouches (250g-1kg)
- Pre-blends with acerola/organic rice maltodextrin
- Flavormasked versions (vanilla/cinnamon)
- MOQ:
- Samples: 500g
- Production: 50kg (custom blends), 100kg (standard powder)
FAQs
Q: How is nutrient degradation prevented?
A: Freeze-drying at -40°C preserves 95% heat-sensitive compounds vs. conventional drying.
Q: Solubility in acidic beverages?
A: ≥80% solubility at pH 3.0-7.0; colloidal stabilization available for lower pH.
Q: Allergen control measures?
A: Produced in dedicated allergen-free facility (SQF Level 3 certification).
Q: MOQ for enriched polysaccharide version?
A: 25kg for ≥25% polysaccharide content.
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