Freeze-Dried Passion Fruit

Freeze-Dried Passion Fruit

Freeze-dried passion fruit is a premium product that uses vacuum freeze-drying technology to preserve the characteristic sweet-sour flavor, color, and natural nutrients.

Brief Production Process

1. Selection and preparation of raw materials: Naturally ripened fresh passion fruit (Taiwanese variety or local), washed, pulp and seeds separated, may be cut or kept in whole pulp/seed form.
2. Quick freezing: Frozen at -30°C to -40°C to form ice crystals.
3. Sublimation drying: In a vacuum chamber at low temperature (-20°C to -30°C) for 24-48 hours, where ice sublimates directly into vapor.
4. Inspection and packaging: Remove defects and vacuum pack.

The process ensures the structure is preserved, resulting in a crispy texture (for crisp form) without the need for preservatives.

Product Specifications

• Size: Cubes 10x10mm, crisp (thin crispy slices) or whole pulp with seeds.
• Type: Cubes/whole pulp, crisp (crispy slices), powder (ground from freeze-dried passion fruit). Powder or cubes are common for export.
• Moisture: 2-5% (very low for crispiness and long shelf life, preventing mold).
• Brix (Sweetness): 40-60° Brix (naturally concentrated from fresh passion fruit, characteristic sweet-sour taste, no added sugar).

Nutritional Benefits

Retains 90-98% of fresh passion fruit nutrients: Rich in vitamin C (boosts immunity, improves skin), vitamin A (good for eyes), potassium (supports cardiovascular health), fiber (aids digestion), iron, and strong antioxidants. No added sugar or additives, natural sweet-sour flavor, suitable for dieting and nutrient supplementation.

Packaging

• Moisture-proof zip foil/vacuum bags (100g-1kg for retail), large cartons (10-20kg for export).
• Bilingual labels: Ingredients, shelf life 12-24 months, origin Vietnam.

Certificates

• Mandatory: HACCP, ISO 22000 (food safety).
• For export: FDA (USA), Health Certificate, Phytosanitary Certificate, CFS (if required). Organic/Halal for niche markets.

Quantity/Total Packages Per 20ft Container

• Approximately 3-8 tons per 20ft container (depending on carton packaging 10-20kg/box, pallet stacking). The product is lightweight and voluminous due to its porous, crispy nature.

Raw Material Source from Vietnam

100% fresh passion fruit from specialized regions in the Central Highlands (Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Lam Dong) or Mekong Delta, meeting VietGAP/GlobalGAP standards, ensuring no pesticide residues.

Applications in Food Industry and Related Sectors

• Food industry: Direct snacking, toppings for yogurt/granola/salad, ingredient for beverages (juices, cocktails, tea), confectionery, ice cream, nutritional powders, functional foods (vitamin C supplements).
• Related sectors: Pharmaceuticals (nutrient powder supplements, immune support), cosmetics (antioxidant extracts, skin nourishment), baby food/diet products, detox products.

Freeze-dried passion fruit from Vietnam stands out for retaining up to 90-98% of the characteristic natural sweet-sour flavor, offering an attractive crispy texture, rich nutrition without additives, long shelf life (12-24 months at room temperature), lightweight for easy international transport, reduced logistics costs, and environmental friendliness – an ideal choice for the global healthy food market!