IQF Cranberries
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Technical Parameters
Product Description
GreenLand-food supplies IQF Frozen Cranberries for importers, distributors, berry processors, sauce and jam factories, bakery processors, beverage manufacturers, dairy topping producers and frozen berry packers. We prepare whole frozen cranberries and unsweetened frozen cranberries from selected raw material, then control Brix, acidity, natural red to dark red color, maturity, whole berry rate, broken berries, stems, leaves and foreign matter before export packing.
We support bulk, foodservice, retail and private label packing for different market channels. Send us your required product form, Brix or acidity range, whole berry rate, packing format, quantity and destination market, and we will match the specification, documents, carton mark and cold chain support for shipment.
Available Product Forms
Whole berry format for sauce, jam, bakery, beverage, dairy topping and industrial fruit processing.
Individually quick frozen cranberries for free-flowing bulk and retail packing programs.
Unsweetened product for industrial processing, ingredient use and private label frozen berry packs.
Carton packing for factories, distributors, foodservice and industrial berry processing.
Retail bag packing can be discussed for frozen berry and mixed berry programs.
Private label bag, carton mark and pallet mark support can be discussed before order confirmation.
Need whole or unsweetened frozen cranberries?
Send us your Brix range, whole berry rate, packing and destination market.
Specification
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Product Name |
IQF Frozen Cranberries |
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Latin Name |
Vaccinium macrocarpon |
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Product Form |
Whole frozen cranberries, IQF cranberries, unsweetened frozen cranberries, bulk pack, retail pack and private label pack. |
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Origin |
Fujian, China or confirmed sourcing area according to order requirement. |
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Crop Season |
Normally September to October, depending on crop source and annual crop condition. |
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Brix |
According to crop season, raw material condition and confirmed buyer requirement. |
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Acidity |
According to buyer application, crop season and confirmed specification. |
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Color |
Natural red to dark red cranberry color with controlled color variation. |
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Shape |
Whole berry. |
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Size |
Whole berry, according to actual berry size and crop condition. |
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Processing Method |
Raw material receiving, sorting, washing, color and defect sorting, IQF freezing, metal detection and packing. |
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Appearance |
Clean, free-flowing frozen berries with natural color and controlled surface ice. |
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Flavor & Odor |
Typical tart cranberry flavor, free from off odor. |
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Whole Berry Rate |
Controlled according to confirmed specification and crop condition. |
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Broken Berry Tolerance |
Broken berries, soft berries and color variation are controlled according to agreed tolerance. |
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Stem and Leaf Control |
Stems and leaves are controlled through sorting, washing, defect sorting and final inspection. |
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Foreign Matter Control |
Foreign matter is controlled through sorting, inspection and metal detection. |
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Packing |
1x10kg carton, 10x1kg carton, 400g bag, 500g bag, foodservice packing, private label packing, pallet packing and customized carton mark. |
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MOQ |
MOQ depends on packing format, order quantity, crop availability and shipment plan. |
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Shelf Life |
24 months at -18 degrees C or below. |
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Storage |
Keep frozen at -18 degrees C or below. |
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Supply Period |
Supply can be discussed based on crop season, frozen stock and production plan. |
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Loading Port |
Xiamen or other China port according to production arrangement. |
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Lead Time |
To be confirmed according to order quantity, packing material and shipping schedule. |
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Payment Terms |
To be discussed according to order and cooperation arrangement. |
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Certification Support |
HACCP, ISO, KOSHER, FDA, ECO CERT, BRC and other certificate support can be discussed according to market requirement. |
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Document Support |
Specification sheet, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate support, loading photos, third-party inspection support and certificate of origin if required. |
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Export Markets |
USA, Canada, Europe, Israel and other markets. |
Brix & Quality Standard
We control IQF Frozen Cranberries from raw material maturity through final packing. Brix and acidity can be confirmed according to crop season, buyer application and product specification.
We check natural red to dark red color, whole berry rate, broken berry tolerance, stems, leaves, foreign matter and color variation. Our team also controls free-flowing performance, packing strength and frozen storage condition before shipment.
Confirm Brix, acidity and whole berry rate.
We can review color, broken berries, stems, leaves and foreign matter tolerance with your purchasing team.
Processing Flow
We check maturity, color, odor and raw material condition.
We remove unsuitable berries before washing and freezing.
We wash raw berries before color and defect sorting.
We control color variation, broken berries, stems and leaves.
We freeze quickly to support free-flowing berry condition.
We inspect the product before final packing.
We pack into bulk, foodservice, retail or private label formats.
We keep frozen storage and export loading under cold chain handling.
Quality Control Focus
Raw Material Maturity Control
We review berry maturity, color and raw material condition before processing. This helps your finished product keep stable color and tart flavor across batches.
Brix and Acidity Control
We can discuss target Brix and acidity according to crop condition, application and buyer specification.
Color Sorting and Whole Berry Rate
We control color variation and whole berry rate through sorting, defect removal and careful frozen handling.
Broken Berry, Stem and Leaf Control
We inspect berries after sorting and freezing to control broken berries, stems, leaves and unsuitable berries before packing.
Foreign Matter and Metal Detection
We use sorting, inspection and metal detection to reduce foreign matter risk before shipment. Packing inspection and weight checks are included before final release.
Cold Chain and Export Loading
We store finished goods at -18 degrees C or below and support loading control for frozen export shipments. Loading photos and shipment documents can be provided according to order requirements.
Packaging Options
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Bulk Packing |
1x10kg carton or other bulk carton packing for factories, distributors and foodservice channels. |
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Foodservice Packing |
10x1kg carton or customized foodservice packing can be discussed for central kitchens and catering supply. |
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Retail Packing |
400g bag, 500g bag, 1kg bag or customized retail bag according to market requirement. |
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Private Label Packing |
Private label bag, carton mark and pallet mark support can be discussed before order confirmation. |
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Pallet Packing |
Pallet loading, carton marks and container loading plan can be arranged according to shipment requirement. |
Compare bulk, foodservice and private label packing.
Share your bag size, carton mark, pallet loading and retail label needs.
Applications
We supply whole frozen cranberries for sauce, jam and fruit preparation programs.
We support bakery and dessert processors with whole berry condition, packing and document support.
We supply IQF cranberries for smoothie, beverage, puree and fruit preparation processing.
We help match color, whole berry rate and defect tolerance for dairy topping applications.
We support fruit ingredient programs with Brix, acidity, packing and document matching.
We support retail bag packing, carton mark discussion and private label frozen berry programs.
We provide bulk packing for distributors, restaurants, central kitchens and catering supply chains.
We help processing factories match Brix, acidity, color, whole berry rate, packing and documents.
Match frozen cranberries to your application.
We can review Brix, acidity, color, whole berry rate and packing for your processing channel.
Document Support
We support commercial documents and quality records for IQF Frozen Cranberries export shipments. According to order requirements, our team can provide a specification sheet, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate support, loading photos, third-party inspection support and certificate of origin if required.
For retail and private label programs, please send the destination market, label requirement, packing material request and carton mark before production discussion. We will review the feasible packing plan and document support with your team.
Need COA, loading photos or certificate support?
Send your destination market and document list before shipment planning.
Traceability & Batch Control
We record sourcing and receiving information.
We track sorting, color control and defect removal information.
We connect finished product to production records.
We record packing format, carton mark and batch information.
We provide quality information according to confirmed order requirements.
We control batch number, production date and carton mark information.
We support shipment traceability with loading information and photos when required.
IQF Frozen Cranberry Processing Video
We use the processing video to show raw material sorting, washing, IQF freezing, packing and quality control. For a confirmed order, your team can request product photos, packing photos, loading photos and quality documents before shipment.
Why Choose GreenLand Food
We supply frozen berry and frozen fruit products for importers, distributors, foodservice and industrial processors.
We control maturity, Brix, acidity, natural berry color, whole berry rate and defect tolerance before packing.
We support carton packing, retail bags, foodservice packing, carton marks and private label discussion.
We prepare shipment documents and support frozen storage, container loading and export handling.
FAQ
1. Can you supply IQF frozen cranberries in bulk and retail packs?
Yes. We supply IQF Frozen Cranberries for bulk cartons, foodservice packing, retail bags and private label programs. Please send your packing format, quantity and destination market so we can review the specification.
2. What Brix and acidity range can you provide?
Brix and acidity depend on crop season, raw material condition and confirmed buyer requirement. We can discuss the target range before order confirmation.
3. How do you control broken berries, stems and foreign matter?
We control broken berries, stems, leaves and foreign matter through raw material sorting, color and defect sorting, inspection, IQF freezing and metal detection. Tolerance can be confirmed in the product specification.
4. Can you support unsweetened cranberries and private label packing?
Yes. We supply unsweetened frozen cranberries and can discuss private label bags, carton marks, pallet marks and loading plans before production.
5. What documents can you provide before shipment?
We can provide a specification sheet, COA, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate support, loading photos, third-party inspection support and certificate of origin if required.
6. What color standard can you control for frozen cranberries?
We target natural red to dark red cranberry color and control color variation through sorting and raw material selection. Final color tolerance can be discussed according to crop condition and application.
7. Can you control the whole berry rate?
Yes. Whole berry rate can be controlled according to confirmed specification and crop condition. We review broken berry tolerance before production and packing.
8. Are your IQF cranberries free-flowing?
We use IQF freezing to support free-flowing berry condition and reduce clumping. Frozen storage and cold chain handling are also important for maintaining product condition.
9. What is the shelf life of IQF Frozen Cranberries?
The shelf life is normally 24 months at -18 degrees C or below. We recommend stable frozen storage and controlled loading for export shipments.
10. Can you supply cranberries for sauce and jam processing?
Yes. We supply whole frozen cranberries for sauce, jam, fruit preparation, bakery, beverage, dairy topping and industrial fruit processing. We can match Brix, acidity, color, packing and document requirements.
11. How do you control traceability?
We connect raw material batch, sorting record, production batch, packing record, COA, carton mark and loading record. Batch number and production date can be controlled on carton marks according to order requirements.
12. How can we start an inquiry for IQF Frozen Cranberries?
Please send the product form, Brix or acidity requirement, whole berry rate, broken berry tolerance, packing format, quantity, destination market and document needs. We will review the specification and prepare sourcing support for your team.
Inquiry CTA
Send Your IQF Frozen Cranberries Requirement
Tell us your required product form, Brix and acidity requirement, whole berry rate, broken berry tolerance, unsweetened requirement, packing format, order quantity, destination market and document needs. We will help match the specification, packing plan, lead time and export support for your shipment.
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Technical specification · reference schedule
IQF Frozen Cranberries
We review the selected form, grade, process and packing against the technical schedule below. Published and TDS values are specification references for order review. External benchmarks apply only within their stated scope. Acceptance is governed by the signed SKU specification; the identified lot COA reports actual measured results.
01 / Physical & Sensory
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Product Form | Whole frozen cranberries, IQF cranberries, unsweetened frozen cranberries, bulk pack, retail pack and private label pack.Published reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Origin | Fujian, China or confirmed sourcing area according to order requirement.Published reference | Reconcile source declaration, intake lot and shipment documents. |
| Color | Natural red to dark red cranberry color with controlled color variation.Published reference | Compare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition. |
| Shape | Whole berry.Published reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Size | Whole berry, according to actual berry size and crop condition.Published reference | Measure a defined frozen sample with caliper or size gauge; report distribution and tolerance. |
| Appearance | Clean, free-flowing frozen berries with natural color and controlled surface ice.Published reference | Compare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition. |
| Flavor & Odor | Typical tart cranberry flavor, free from off odor.Published reference | Compare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition. |
| Size-grade inspection | Use the selected diameter, length, piece mass or count-per-weight grade; state the proportion permitted outside the range. | Measure the named anatomical dimension; count and weigh the same representative sample. |
02 / Physicochemical & Residue Controls
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Brix | According to crop season, raw material condition and confirmed buyer requirement.Published reference | Measure representative prepared sample with a temperature-compensated refractometer. |
| Acidity | According to buyer application, crop season and confirmed specification.Published reference | Use calibrated pH meter or titration on the stated sample preparation. |
| Thaw yield / drip loss | For a drip-sensitive grade, define thawing conditions, draining apparatus and duration before setting a numerical target. | Record initial sample mass and drained liquid mass; drip loss (%) = 100 × drained liquid mass / initial sample mass. |
| Pesticide residue schedule | Named active ingredients and commodity-specific limits are selected for the destination market. EU source | Link farm spray history, laboratory LOQ and batch result to the destination MRL. EU database is one market reference; apply the actual destination rule. |
| Lead, cadmium and other contaminants | Apply the limit for the exact commodity and processed form in the destination market. EU source | State analyte, preparation basis, method, LOQ and lot result. Do not transfer a fresh-commodity limit to a processed form without the required assessment. |
03 / Microbiological Criteria
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Hygiene-indicator panel | Select aerobic count and relevant Enterobacteriaceae, coliform or E. coli indicators for the declared process and intended use. Codex | Report each quantitative result in CFU/g, method/reporting limit, sample plan and lot identity. |
| Pathogen acceptance programme | Define Salmonella and Listeria criteria when applicable to the destination, ready-to-eat status and buyer programme. Codex | State analytical portion, sample-unit plan, method and detected/not-detected reporting; identify the treatment and release basis. |
| Yeast & mould enumeration | Select separate yeast and mould criteria for the ordered grade and process; assess storage stability with the applicable product data. Codex | Report yeast and mould separately in CFU/g using validated matrix-specific methods. |
| Acceptance schedule | Select the test panel and limits by intended use (ready-to-eat or further processing), product form and destination. EU source | State organism, analytical method, sample mass and n/c plan; report actual lot results. A universal APC, coliform, Salmonella or Listeria limit is not assigned to every frozen product. |
04 / Freezing & Cold Chain
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Frozen storage and transport | ≤−18 °CTDS reference | Product core check and logger record. Selected form and grade must match this TDS reference. Applies to: Frozen Cranberry frozen formats. |
| Storage | Keep frozen at -18 degrees C or below.Published reference | Confirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification. |
| Separation & loose-ice assessment | Keep inherent moisture, loose ice and permanently frozen clusters as separate inspection categories. | Weigh separated loose ice and welded clusters against initial sample mass; distinguish natural paired pieces or blocks. |
| Product thermal centre | −18°C or colder after freezing and thermal stabilization; maintain the agreed frozen distribution condition.External reference Codex | Probe the thickest representative pack and retain storage/transport temperature records. Codex quick-frozen reference; selected product form and route must be frozen. |
| Frozen condition at dispatch | Hard frozen, correctly sealed and coded, without thaw/refreeze evidence or excessive loose ice. Codex | Check pack integrity, free-flow or block condition as declared, carton condition and loading temperature. |
05 / Pack Size & Shelf Life
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Packing | 1 × 10 kg carton, 10 × 1 kg carton, 400 g bag, 500 g bag, foodservice packing, private label packing, pallet packing and customized carton mark.Published reference | Check approved pack drawing, calibrated scale and production records. |
| Shelf Life | 24 months at -18 degrees C or below.Published reference | Verify unopened-pack validation, declared storage condition and production/best-before coding. |
| Bulk Packing | 1 × 10 kg carton or other bulk carton packing for factories, distributors and foodservice channels.Published reference | Check approved pack drawing, calibrated scale and production records. |
| Retail Packing | 400 g bag, 500 g bag, 1 kg bag or customized retail bag according to market requirement.Published reference | Check approved pack drawing, calibrated scale and production records. |
| Pallet Packing | Pallet loading, carton marks and container loading plan can be arranged according to shipment requirement.Published reference | Check approved pack drawing, calibrated scale and production records. |
| Declared net contents | Verify each selected pack format against the artwork and applicable quantity-control rule. Codex | Calibrated checkweigher or scale; defined sample and tare. |
| Shelf-life basis | The labelled period applies only to its validated pack and continuous stated storage condition. Codex | Review stability study or approved shelf-life file and production-date code. |
06 / Process Controls
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Processing Method | Raw material receiving, sorting, washing, color and defect sorting, IQF freezing, metal detection and packing.Published reference | Check the approved product flow, line settings and identified production record; validate numerical critical limits within the site HACCP plan. |
| Raw-material preparation checks | Confirm whole unsweetened product versus sweetened/coated recipe; evaluate splits separately from soft fruit. | Verify the selected product flow and the relevant trimming, sorting and pretreatment record. |
| CCP designation | Use the site-approved HACCP plan to identify true CCPs and their validated critical limits. Codex | Check hazard analysis, monitoring, deviation and corrective-action records. A quality-control step is not automatically a CCP. |
07 / Ingredients, Additives & Allergens
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Added glaze / coating declaration | Declare any intentionally added water glaze, syrup, oil or coating and the measurement basis; loose ice is assessed separately. | Verify formula/addition records; agree a deglazing or coating test and net-content basis where applicable. |
| Ingredient statement | cranberry as the main raw material; exact ingredient and additive declaration pending selected SKU | Compare approved formula, product label and supplier bill of materials. Published product statement; verify final commercial formula. |
| Additive use | Declare any colour-protection agent, acidulant or other additive by ingredient and maximum permitted use for the target market. NHC standard | Check approved formula, actual addition record and market-specific additive category. GB 2760-2024 applies to China; export rules are checked separately. |
| Allergen and cross-contact assessment | Declare inherent allergens and assess shared-line cross-contact from the actual facility schedule. FDA | Review line matrix, cleaning validation and buyer label approval. Do not claim a shared-line allergen or allergen-free status without facility evidence. |
08 / Defects & Foreign Matter
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Broken Berry Tolerance | Broken berries, soft berries and color variation are controlled according to agreed tolerance.Published reference | Inspect a defined representative sample; record count or mass basis and disposition. |
| Stem and Leaf Control | Stems and leaves are controlled through sorting, washing, defect sorting and final inspection.Published reference | Classify on the defined sample by count or mass; record individual categories, denominator and any combined limit. |
| Foreign Matter Control | Foreign matter is controlled through sorting, inspection and metal detection.Published reference | Inspect a defined representative sample; record count or mass basis and disposition. |
| Intrinsic defect classification | White/green fruit, stem/leaf, soft fruit, splits and mould. | Record each defect class separately by count or mass; state sample size, denominator and combined-limit rules. |
| Hazardous foreign matter | No foreign matter detected in the defined inspection sample; reject and investigate any finding.External reference Codex | Define visual-inspection sample size and detector challenge in the signed quality schedule. "None detected" is a sampling statement, not an absolute guarantee of zero particles. |
09 / Packaging Materials & Label
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Food-contact pack | Specify inner-contact material and obtain the applicable food-contact compliance declaration. NHC standard | Review film structure, supplier DoC, migration evidence and actual intended conditions. GB 4806 series is China-specific; EU export also checks Regulations 1935/2004 and 10/2011. |
| Carton and seal integrity | Define carton stacking strength, bag seal and puncture resistance for the confirmed net weight and pallet plan. EU source | Inspect pack drawing, compression/seal test and shipment configuration. |
| Label verification | Match product name, ingredient/allergen statement, net weight, lot/date, shelf life and storage instruction to the destination artwork. Codex | Approve artwork against the signed specification and destination rules. |
10 / Detection & Traceability
| Parameter | Specification / reference | Verification & order basis |
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| Foreign-body detector | Validate Fe, non-Fe and stainless-steel challenge pieces for the actual product, aperture, pack and line; record the proven sensitivity. Codex | Challenge at defined start, changeover, interval and end points; retain rejection records. Do not copy generic detector sizes into a plant capability claim. |
| Lot traceability | Link input source lot, processing run, packaging code, test records, frozen storage and shipment to one finished lot. Codex | Trace one sample lot forward and backward in a recorded mock recall. Recall speed is stated only when the site has a validated target and record. |
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