ASTA 160+ PAPRIKA POWDER (SPECIAL / EXTRA GRADE) DINWEYS (Qingdao)
SPECIFICATION SHEET OF ULTRA PREMIUM GRADE (ASTA ≥160)
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Name: Sweet Paprika Powder (Special / Extra Grade) ASTA 160+
English Name: Paprika Powder (Ultra Premium Grade)
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum L.
Product Type: Single-ingredient spice / food seasoning (for industrial & retail use)
Ingredient: 100% dehydrated sweet red pepper
Origin: China (controlled premium cultivation zones)
ASTA 160+ PAPRIKA POWDER SENSORIAL CHARACTERISTICS
| Attribute | Specifiche |
|---|---|
| Colore | Bright deep red to vivid red-brown, extremely saturated |
| Aroma | Strong natural sweet pepper aroma, clean profile, no off-notes |
| Taste | Sweet, no pungency (<100 SHU), pure pepper character |
| Texture | Ultra-fine powder, excellent flowability, no clumping |
| Corpi estranei | None visible |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Parametro | Specifiche | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Valore cromatico ASTA | ≥ 160 | ASTA 20.1 |
| Umidità | ≤ 8.5–9.0% (premium stability control) | GB 5009.3 |
| Total Ash | ≤ 8.0% | GB 5009.4 |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1.5% | GB 5009.4 |
| Volatile Oil | ≥ 1.0 mL/100g | GB/T 17527 |
| Pungency | < 100 SHU | Internal method |
CONTAMINANTS & SAFETY CONTROL
Strict compliance with international food safety standards:
- Heavy metals (Pb, As) controlled under export limits
- Aflatoxin B1 strictly monitored
- Pesticide residues compliant with EU / GB standards
- Batch traceability system for export documentation
MICROBIOLOGICAL STANDARD
- TPC: ≤ 50,000 cfu/g (export premium control level)
- Yeast & mold: strictly controlled
- Pathogens: compliant with international food-grade requirements
- Sterilization: Steam sterilized / HTST optional (export grade available)
COMMERCIAL PRODUCT POSITIONING
ASTA 160+ Paprika Powder is positioned as a high-chroma functional coloring ingredient for premium food manufacturing systems, where visual performance, pigment integrity, and shelf stability are critical commercial requirements.
Unlike standard industrial paprika grades, this product is not defined solely by ASTA value, but by a controlled manufacturing system designed to preserve carotenoid integrity across the entire production chain.
CRITICAL MANUFACTURING INTERVENTIONS
To protect the high-chroma carotenoid structure from thermal, oxidative, and mechanical degradation, the following non-reversible precision processing interventions are strictly implemented during production:
1. High-Chroma Pod Selection
Color Sorting Gate (Precision Optical + Manual Hybrid Control)
High-resolution optical color sorting systems combined with manual inspection are used to isolate only deep-red pericarp tissues from premium Xinjiang-origin pepper crops.
- Removal of yellow, orange, and green-tinged raw materials
- Strict chromatic threshold filtering for pigment-rich selection
- Ensures high carotenoid precursor concentration before drying
This step defines the starting pigment ceiling of ASTA 160+
2. Water-Cooled Micro-Milling
Thermal Protection Control (<55°C Core Processing Limit)
Multi-stage reduction milling is performed using water-cooled hammer milling systems to eliminate friction-induced heat accumulation.
- Internal milling temperature strictly controlled below 55°C
- Prevents carotenoid oxidation and Maillard browning reactions
- Preserves volatile aromatic compounds and color stability
This stage protects the structural integrity of natural red pigments
3. Advanced Air Classification
Particle Size Engineering (60–80 Mesh Optimization)
The milled powder is processed through high-velocity pneumatic air classification systems to achieve ultra-fine particle separation.
- Isolation of 60–80 mesh premium fraction
- Improved dispersion efficiency in seasoning systems
- Enhanced surface-area-to-volume ratio for color release stability
This step directly improves perceived color intensity in final applications
4. Hermetic Nitrogen Purging & Foil Barrier Sealing
Oxidation Ingress Shield System
Immediately after processing and sterilization, the product is transferred into high-barrier aluminum foil laminate packaging systems.
- Vacuum sealing or nitrogen flushing (food-grade N₂)
- Oxygen elimination before secondary packaging
- Light + moisture + oxygen triple-barrier protection
This is the final control step ensuring ASTA retention during global export logistics
FOOD ADDITIVES
- 100% pure natural paprika
- No artificial colorants
- No anti-caking agents
- Custom contract formulation available if required
PARTICLE ENGINEERING
| Parametro | Specifiche |
|---|---|
| Standard Mesh | 40–60 mesh |
| Premium Option | 60–80 mesh ultrafine retail blending grade |
| Processing Control | Low-temperature grinding / optional water-cooled milling |
This ensures pigment integrity and prevents carotenoid degradation caused by friction heat.
PACKAGING, STORAGE & STABILITY SYSTEM
To protect high ASTA value and pigment stability:
- Inner packaging: high oxygen-barrier laminated film / aluminum foil bags
- Outer packaging: reinforced kraft cartons
- Optional vacuum sealing for retail applications
- Storage temperature: 15–25°C recommended
- Protection: light, oxygen, and moisture controlled environment
👉 ASTA 160+ stability depends more on oxidation control than pigment concentration itself
SHELF LIFE
- 12 months under recommended storage conditions
- Extended stability possible under controlled atmosphere packaging
LABELING & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Complies with:
- GB 7718 (Labeling)
- GB 28050 (Nutrition labeling)
- GB 2760 / 2761 / 2762 / 2763 (Food safety standards)
- GB 29921 (microbial limits)
Grade declaration: “Special Grade / ASTA ≥160”
KEY APPLICATIONS
- Premium snack coatings (chips, extruded snacks)
- Retail spice jars & branded seasoning blends
- Export food seasoning systems
- High-visibility sauce formulations
- Premium food service branding ingredients
WHY ASTA 160+ EXISTS
ASTA 160+ is not simply a higher color grade.
It is designed for:
- Visual persistence after processing
- Brand-level color identity
- Low-dose high-impact coloring systems
- Retail shelf differentiation
Compared with ASTA 100–120:
- Higher pigment density
- Stronger oxidation resistance (system-dependent)
- Better color retention in visible applications
PERCHÉ SCEGLIERCI DINWEYS
- Full ASTA grading system (80 → 240)
- Controlled premium sourcing system
- Industrial + retail dual-grade manufacturing capability
- Export compliance documentation support
- Stable batch standardization system
- Long-term OEM supply contracts
Domande frequenti
Q1: Why does ASTA 160+ require aluminum foil bags and carton packaging instead of standard sacks?
Answer: Because high-density capsanthin pigments are highly sensitive to photo-oxidation and UV degradation. Aluminum foil provides a near-zero oxygen transmission rate (OTR) and complete light blockage, extending color stability by 40% compared to standard PE liners.
Q2: Can ASTA 160+ completely replace synthetic red dyes (like Allura Red / FD&C Red No. 40) in clean-label formulations?
Answer: Yes. Its ultra-high chroma and deep saturated red hues allow food R&D managers to achieve the same visual impact at a lower dosage, successfully transitioning products to 100% clean-label, plant-based coloring definitions.
Q3: What is the significance of the $\ge$ 1.0 mL/100g volatile oil spec in this premium grade?
Answer: Volatile oil acts as a natural carrier matrix for lipophilic carotenoids. Higher volatile oil ensures excellent oil-dispersion and flavor persistence when applied to premium snack dustings and hot-fill sauce systems.
RICHIESTA DI INFORMAZIONI
For pricing, samples, or export quotation:
- Richiedi un campione gratuito
- COA & Full Specification Sheet
- Bulk Container Pricing (FOB/CIF)
- OEM / Private Label Support
- Annual Supply Agreement
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