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DICED PEARS (DICED-PEARS)

Our Dried Pears are prepared using ripe, fresh, mature pears that have been washed, cut, peeled, cleaned and properly sulfured for color retention, before being dried, diced, and sorted for general defects. Our product is meticulously inspected to meet all regulatory standards and product specifications.
Country of Origin United States of America Physical Properties Sulfured Pears • Color: Uniform, with a light bright yellow color • Flavor: sweet, slightly tart, with no evidence of off flavors • Size (diced): ¼ inch diced Product shall be acceptably free of defects, according to DFA tolerances. Allergen Declaration/Chemical Attributes Diced sulfured pears are known to be preserved with sulfites, which is listed as an allergen in many countries and known to cause allergic reaction. This product is not suitable for those with sulfite allergies. • Moisture Range: 18-20% • Preservatives: Sulfur dioxide added as a preservative and ranges from 1,500-3,800 ppm. Levels may vary in accordance to customer specifications. • Aerobic Plate Count: <1,000 CFU/g • Yeast: <1,000 CFU/g • Mold: <100 CFU/g • E-Coli: <3 /g MPN • Coliform: <10 CFU/g • Salmonella: Negative / 375g • Listeria: Negative / 25g Microbiological Properties pH 3.6-3.9 – Pathogenic bacteria grow best at neutral or biological pH which is typically between pH 6.8-7.4 aw ranges from 0.78 - 0.83. This does not support growth of pathogenic bacteria, which require 0.91-0.99 aw; however, it is known that Salmonella, if present, can survive for long periods at very low aw. Microbial specifications provided upon customer request. Standard Packaging Product shall be packed in new, clean and dry corrugated cartons with liners. • Net Weight: 25 lbs. (11.4 kgs.) • Gross Weight: 25.95 lbs. (11.8 kgs.) Storage/Shelf Life Dried pears are best kept in cool, dry storage (between 48 and 52°F), and should be consumed/used within 12 months for optimal quality. For a longer shelf life, store at 32° F or less. Organic Status Dried pears are not an organic product. Kosher Status Dried Pears are Orthodox Union Kosher (OU) Pareve Certified. Gluten-Free Statement Dried Pears, and the raw materials used in processing, do not contain gluten (wheat, barley, rye, or oats). Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) Status Dried Pears, and the raw materials used in their production, are not derived from and do not contain any genetically modified organisms
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California Fruit Inc. 2730 S DeWolf Ave Sanger, CA 93657
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