P&J Guava Puree by Paste & Juice

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Egyptian Guava Pulp

1. INGREDIENTS
The product is prepared by fresh and ripe Egyptian guava carefully selected to suit P&J specifications. Additives None permitted.

2. DETAILED TECHNICAL DATA
2a. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Brix (Soluble solids) at 20º C

8% ± 1
Viscosity Bostwick at 20°C
8 ± 1
Colour BCR a/b at 20°C
2.35 ± 0.05 Yellow tile X 59.17- Y 61.20 – Z 42.71
Taste, aroma, and flavor
Good taste and flavor characteristic of processed guava pulp. Free from off-odors and off-flavors Texture Homogenous and even in texture
2b. CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS pH at 20°C

not more than 4

Acidity
not more than 0.8 as anhydrous citric acid
Heavy metals In conformity with FAO/WHO and Egyptian food standards Pesticides In conformity with FAO/WHO and Egyptian food standards Radiation None. Preservatives None. GMO-Free

3. MICROBIOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS Pathogenic micro-organisms None. Micro-organisms that cause spoilage None ALLERGENS None.

4. PACKAGING 4a. Primary i. Aseptic bags The product is aseptically filled in approximately 200 liters, metalized foil film bags (Scholle). The bags are examined concerning blown bags or any other type of damage. The product is then put into large polyethylene bags. ii. Drums The product is closed well and packed in about 200 kgs, clean steel drums, coated by food-grade paint. All drums are cleaned before loading. 4b. Secondary i. Palletization 4 drums placed per pallet and each shall be fastened with a synthetic tape. Pallets are clean, undamaged and of good construction. Fumigation certificate or declaration that the wooden pallets are fully in poplar wood valid for non-EU producers. ii. Shrinkwrap The drums are wrapped additionally with a shrinkwrap foil (approx. 50 cm long) to protect them from soiling and displacement
5. Labeling Each drum shall have the following information: Name of company, address, and trademark. Name of product Statement “Made in Egypt”. Production date Durability ( shelf life) Net weight Gross weight Brix-value Color Drum’s number

Storage conditions

The above-mentioned information is written in Arabic and in one additional language

6. STORAGE CONDITIONS The product must be stored at a temperature not higher than 18º C, protected from direct sunlight and heat, without having any noticeable change in product quality.

7. SHELF LIFE
Shelf life is 18 months when adhering to proper storage conditions.