Carob Powder & Flour (Ceratonia Siliqua) – Micro-Milled Prime Food Grade Export

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Carob Powder &amp; Carob Flour</strong> (<em>Ceratonia siliqua</em> L.), sustainably sourced from wild-grown carob evergreen groves across the sunny Mediterranean and Aegean coastal belts. Produced from mature, fleshy, hand-harvested pods that have been thoroughly washed, kibbled, deseeded (locust bean kernels removed for gum processing), sanitized, dried, and micro-pulverized through advanced fine-milling technology, our carob powder features a silky particle texture, rich caramel-malty sweetness, and deep cocoa-like coloration. Naturally free from caffeine, theobromine, and gluten, it is widely supplied to industrial chocolate, confectionery, and bakery manufacturers as a premium clean-label cocoa alternative, functional baby food and clinical nutrition formulators, vegan dessert processors, dairy/plant-based beverage blenders, and retail organic brand packers worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Functional Focus: 100% Cocoa Replacement &amp; Clean-Label Profile</h3>

<p>In global food compounding, carob powder serves as an economical, allergy-friendly, and nutritionally rich alternative to cocoa powder. Naturally containing 40% to 50% natural sugars (sucrose, glucose, fructose) without added sugar, it allows industrial confectioners to reduce added table sugar in formulations. Completely void of nervous system stimulants (<strong>0% caffeine, 0% theobromine</strong>) and rich in natural dietary fiber (pinitol, polyphenols, and insoluble pectin), it eliminates bitter acidity while offering superior dispersion in automated bakery hoppers and beverage vats.</p>

<h3>Commercial Roasting Profiles &amp; Mesh Granulations</h3>

<p>To match specific flavor, chromatic index, and mouthfeel requirements across industrial lines, we process carob powder into four standardized thermal roast profiles:</p>

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<li><strong>1. Raw / Unroasted Carob Powder:</strong>

<ul>

<li>Gently warm-air dried below 45&deg;C without roasting; light golden-beige hue with delicate malty-fruity sweetness.</li>

<li>Preferred for certified raw vegan snacks, enzyme-active diet bars, and gentle pediatric nutrition.</li>

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<li><strong>2. Light Roasted:</strong>

<ul>

<li>Mildly toasted; light fawn-brown color with soft nutty undertones and low caramelization.</li>

<li>Optimized for ice creams, yogurt preparations, and dairy milk flavorings.</li>

</ul>

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<li><strong>3. Medium Roasted (The Commercial Benchmark):</strong>

<ul>

<li>Rich milk-chocolate brown color with balanced roasted cocoa and toffee notes.</li>

<li>The industry standard 1:1 cocoa powder extender and substitute for biscuits, cookies, cake sponges, and spreads.</li>

</ul>

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<li><strong>4. Dark Roasted:</strong>

<ul>

<li>Deep, intense dark-chocolate/espresso coloration with pronounced roasted bitterness and low residual sweetness.</li>

<li>Engineered for dark chocolate coatings, sandwich biscuit shells, and functional stout/craft brewing.</li>

</ul>

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<li><strong>Mesh Granulations:</strong> Standard 80–100 mesh (Fine Bakery Grade) or 120–200 mesh (Micro-Milled Beverage &amp; Dairy Grade for zero-sediment dispersion).</li>

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<h3>Product Specifications &amp; Analytical Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>Botanical Origin:</strong> <em>Ceratonia siliqua</em> L. (Family: Fabaceae / Leguminosae)</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Carob Powder, Carob Flour, Roasted Carob, Poudre de Caroube, Harina de Algarroba, Johannisbrotpulver, Polvere di Carruba, Keçiboynuzu Tozu / Harnup Unu, Kharnoub</li>

<li><strong>HS Codes:</strong>

<ul>

<li><strong>1212.92.00.00:</strong> Locust beans (carob), including carob seed, crushed or ground - Carob powder/flour</li>

<li><strong>1212.99.95:</strong> Other vegetable products primarily for human consumption</li>

</ul>

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<li><strong>Purity:</strong> 100% Single-ingredient carob pod pulp (Metal-detected, magnetic-screened; free from additives, carriers, and synthetic anti-caking agents)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 4.5% – 6.0% (Ultra-low moisture ensuring free-flowing characteristics and extended storage)</li>

<li><strong>Total Natural Sugars:</strong> 40.0% – 50.0% (Natural sucrose, fructose, glucose; 0% added sugar)</li>

<li><strong>Dietary Fiber:</strong> 35.0% – 42.0% (Rich in polyphenolic insolubles and prebiotic pinitol)</li>

<li><strong>Protein Content:</strong> 4.0% – 6.5%</li>

<li><strong>Fat Content:</strong> Max. 0.5% – 1.0% (Naturally virtually fat-free)</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 2.5% – 3.5%</li>

<li><strong>Acid-Insoluble Ash:</strong> Max. 0.3%</li>

<li><strong>Heavy Metals &amp; Pesticides:</strong> Strictly compliant with European Commission (EU) regulation thresholds</li>

<li><strong>Microbiological Status:</strong> Negative for Salmonella and E. coli; total plate count &lt; 10,000 CFU/g</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey (Mediterranean Antalya, Mersin &amp; Aegean Coastal Belts) / Certified Origin</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

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<h3>Packaging &amp; Bulk Handling Standards</h3>

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<li>Standard export multi-wall craft paper bags (20 kg or 25 kg net weight) with heat-sealed food-grade polyethylene (PE) inner moisture-barrier liners to prevent caking and clumping</li>

<li>Jumbo Big Bags (FIBC 800 kg – 1,000 kg) with moisture-proof inner liners and bottom discharge spouts for automated industrial confectionery and baking silos</li>

<li>Retail-ready stand-up pouches (Doypack: 250g, 500g, 1kg) available for private label buyers</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, batch barcodes, nutritional panels, and client-specified palletization supported</li>

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<h3>Container Loading &amp; Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>Because micro-milled carob powder is a dense, finely ground food commodity (bulk density approx. 540 – 620 kg/m³), loading configurations achieve balanced weight-to-volume ratios while strictly complying with international container payload limits and road safety regulations:</p>

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<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

<ul>

<li>Loose Floor Loaded (20/25 kg bags): Approx. 16.5 – 18.5 MT</li>

<li>Palletized (Standard Euro / Industrial pallets): Approx. 13.0 – 14.5 MT</li>

</ul>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

<ul>

<li>Loose Floor Loaded: Approx. 24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong>)</li>

<li>Palletized: Approx. 22.0 – 24.0 MT</li>

</ul>

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<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Mega Tır 90–100 m³):</strong>

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<li>Approx. 22.5 – 24.5 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 24 – 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

</ul>

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</ul>

<h3>Quality Assurance &amp; Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Comprehensive official export paperwork: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specifically verifying mesh size, roasting profile, moisture %, sugar content, and microbiological safety, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Certified compliant with European Commission (EU) pesticide MRL regulations, US FDA food safety rules, BRCGS, and IFS Food safety schemes. 100% Halal, Kosher, and Gluten-Free certified.</li>

<li>Available trade delivery terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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