Raw vanilla
Afro Seeds
Vanilla Bean
Dried vanilla bean specks are prepared by the mechanical separation of spent vanilla bean pulp with no
exposure to contamination. The material is dried in a hot air dryer and cleaned with proprietary
mechanical methods.
Analytical Details
Results
Appearance:
Free flowing deep brown to black particles
Moisture:
6-8%
Particle Size:
< 20 mesh
Bulk Density:
0.35-0.40 g/cc
Flavor/Aroma:
Little or no aroma
Extraneous Matter:
Free from foreign matter unrelated to the natural bean.
Appearance:
A combination of vanilla bean seeds and bean fiber.
Microbiological Properties
Total Plate Count:
< 1000/g
Yeast & Mold:
< 500/g
Coliforms:
< 5/g
Storage:
40 to 70℉ in sealed containers, avoid exposure to light,
heat and air.
Shelf Life:
24 months when stored under recommended conditions.