Paprika Powder (Superior Grade) Specification Sheet (China Standard)

Premium Industrial Paprika Powder Technical Specification

This Paprika Powder (Superior Grade) Specification Sheet defines the highest quality grade within the paprika powder product line, manufactured from 100% dehydrated sweet paprika (Capsicum annuum L.) under controlled production conditions in China.

Designed for premium food manufacturers, high-end seasoning brands, export suppliers, and industrial ingredient buyers, this document provides detailed technical requirements for product quality evaluation, supplier qualification, and regulatory compliance.

Compared with Standard and Premium grades, the Superior Grade Paprika Powder features significantly enhanced color performance and quality parameters, including a minimum ASTA Color Value of 120, lower moisture content, higher volatile oil content, and improved sensory intensity, making it suitable for high-value food applications.

Key Specification Highlights

This downloadable specification sheet includes:

Product identity and botanical origin
Sensory characteristics (deep red, high brightness color)
ASTA Color Value ≥120
Moisture content ≤10.5%
Total ash and acid-insoluble ash requirements
Volatile oil content ≥0.8 mL/100g
Non-pungent specification (<100 SHU)
Heavy metal and contaminant compliance (GB 2762)
Aflatoxin B₁ limits (GB 2761)
Pesticide residue compliance (GB 2763)
Microbiological requirements (ready-to-eat standards where applicable)
Packaging, storage, transportation, and shelf-life conditions
Food additive compliance (no additives or strictly controlled usage)
Labeling requirements for domestic and export markets

Product Applications

Superior Grade Paprika Powder is widely used in:

Premium seasoning formulations
High-end snack food manufacturing
Gourmet sauces and condiments
Meat processing and cured meat products
Export-grade food ingredients
Natural food coloring systems
Luxury food manufacturing applications

Compliance Standards

This specification is based on current Chinese national food safety standards, including:

GB 2760, GB 2761, GB 2762, GB 2763, GB 7718, GB 28050, GB/T 15691, and JJF 1070

The document ensures compliance with internationally recognized food safety frameworks and serves as a baseline for quality assurance and supplier evaluation.

Document Information

Document: Paprika Powder (Superior Grade) Specification Sheet
Product Name: Paprika Powder (Superior Grade)
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum L.
ASTA Color Value: ≥120
Origin: China
Document Type: Technical Specification (PDF)
Language: English