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Cold Break Product Specification

Tomato Paste Specification Summary Description:

CB (Cold Break) Tomato Paste, free from seeds, skin parts, and any additions, except citric acid, for pH regulation. Produced from non-GMO tomatoes. 

Specification summary

  • BRIX (@ 20°C) 36 - 38 ËšB

  • VISCOSITY: BOSTWICK 5.5 - 8 cm @ 12.5 ËšB for 10 sec

  • pH (@ 20°C) ≤ 4.5

  • COLOUR @ 12.5 B: L-value ≥ 22.8 a-value ≥ 29.0 a/b ≥ 2.0

Micro-
Specifications

  • HMC (8.3ËšB dilution) ≤ 30%

  • Aerobic plate count < 10 cfu/g

  • Lactobacillus < 10 cfu/g

  • Yeasts & Moulds 0 cfu/g

  • Heavy metals: Lead (Pb) < 1.5 ppm

  • Pesticides In conformance to Codex

  • Aflatoxins < 10 ppm

  • Dark specks (per 10g paste) Max 15 in total per 10g paste, with no dark specks larger than 1.5 mm allowed

Packaging

  • 200 l aseptic bag in metal drum

  • Net Weight per Drum is 230 kg +/- 2

  • Gross Weight per Drum is 243 Kg +/- 2

  • Qty. / 20′ FCL 80 Drums (approx. 18.400 MT)

  • Qty. / 40′ FCL 112 Drums (approx. 25.760 MT)

Heat Treatment

Cold break tomato paste is produced by a milder heat treatment process, which helps preserve the natural colour and flavour of the tomatoes. The sterilization process for cold-break tomato paste involves the following parameters:

  • Temperature: The tomato paste is heated to a temperature range of approximately 85 to 95°C.

  • Time: The paste is held at this temperature for a specific duration, usually around 12 to 15 minutes.

  • pH: The pH level of the tomato paste is typically adjusted to a range of 4.0 to 4.5, which helps inhibit the growth of microorganisms.

Non-GMO 
promise

Get to Know Us

At Lwani Foods, our dedication goes beyond providing quality tomato paste; it extends to preserving every tomato's natural integrity. We proudly affirm our commitment to using 100% non-GMO ingredients in all our products. We understand the significance of natural food sources and many of our consumers' concerns about genetically modified organisms (GMOs). It is our pledge to always uphold the highest standards of authenticity and transparency in our processing. Every batch of Lwani Foods tomato paste remains true to our promise—pure, non-GMO, and crafted with care. We believe in giving our customers not only the best taste but also the peace of mind they deserve.

Reach Out to us:

To learn more about how Lwani Foods can support your business with premium, locally sourced tomato paste, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is ready to provide tailored solutions and answer any inquiries.

Address:

Production Facility

1 Main Road, Politsi

Tzaneen,

Limpopo

Contact:

info@lwani.co.za

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