Freezing Sea Buckthorn
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Freezing Sea Buckthorn

We supply frozen sea buckthorn for juice, puree, beverage base, jam, sauce, extraction and further food processing. Before quotation, we review berry grade, size range, whole-to-broken ratio, Brix, acidity, color, plant-material tolerance, packing and testing requirements. Processing-grade sea buckthorn can be matched to extraction yield, flavor intensity, color and industrial handling needs without applying a premium visual-grade standard to every order. Food-safety, residue, foreign-material, traceability and cold-chain requirements still follow the approved commercial specification. Send your application and target parameters so we can review current-lot data, sample availability, industrial packing, export documents and loading plans.

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Technical Parameters

Frozen Sea Buckthorn for Juice and Puree Processing

We supply frozen sea buckthorn for juice, puree, beverage base, jam, sauce, extraction and further food processing. Before quotation, we review berry grade, size range, whole-to-broken ratio, Brix, acidity, color, plant-material tolerance, packing and testing requirements.

Processing-grade sea buckthorn can be matched to extraction yield, flavor intensity, color and industrial handling needs without applying a premium visual-grade standard to every order. Food-safety, residue, foreign-material, traceability and cold-chain requirements still follow the approved commercial specification.

Send your application and target parameters so we can review current-lot data, sample availability, industrial packing, export documents and loading plans.

Frozen sea buckthorn for juice and puree processing

Product appearance supports review of natural orange color, berry condition and suitability for an approved processing-grade specification.

Frozen Sea Buckthorn for Industrial Food Processing

We prepare frozen sea buckthorn as whole berries, a controlled whole-and-broken grade or an application-specific processing grade. The selected grade should reflect the buyer's production method rather than appearance alone.

A processing grade may allow a wider berry-size range or a controlled proportion of broken berries. We still confirm microbiological limits, pesticide-residue requirements, plant material, foreign matter, traceability, frozen condition and packing against the approved order standard.

Important: Processing grade refers to berry appearance, size range and whole-to-broken ratio. It does not mean reduced food-safety or foreign-material standards.

Frozen Sea Buckthorn Supply at a Glance

These six points establish the first quotation boundary before detailed testing and sample approval.

Application

Juice, puree, beverage base, jam, sauce, extraction and further food processing.

Product Form

Whole berries, whole-and-broken grade or customized processing grade.

Key Parameters

Berry size, whole ratio, Brix, acidity, color and plant-material limits.

Raw Material Origin

Confirmed by actual growing region, production lot and approved specification.

Packing

Bulk carton, industrial bag, foodservice pack or confirmed custom packing.

Documentation

Specification, COA, test reports and traceability records by order.

Frozen sea buckthorn size and berry condition review

A product close-up supports discussion of berry size, color, whole-fruit condition and the allowed broken-berry ratio.

Frozen Sea Buckthorn Processing Specifications

We use a written specification to separate raw-material facts, processing-grade tolerances and order-specific testing. Unconfirmed values remain subject to current crop, sample, laboratory method and contract approval.

Product Name Frozen Sea Buckthorn for Juice and Puree Processing
Commercial Name IQF frozen sea buckthorn berries / industrial frozen sea buckthorn ingredient
Ingredient 100% sea buckthorn berries; added sugar and additives only stated as none when confirmed by specification
Botanical Name / Species Confirmed by raw-material source and production lot; Hippophae rhamnoides only when applicable
Raw Material Origin Confirmed according to the production lot and approved specification
Exporter Location Xiamen, Fujian, China; not presented as the berry growing region
Cultivation Status Cultivated, wild or organic
Product Form / Grade Whole, whole and broken, juice processing, puree processing or application-specific grade
Berry Size Typical discussion may include 5-8 mm or over 8 mm; actual grading and tolerance depend on crop and approved sample
Whole / Broken Ratio Minimum whole-berry ratio, maximum broken-berry ratio and broken-berry definition confirmed by weight
Color / Flavor / Odor Natural yellow-orange to orange; characteristically tart and acidic; free from abnormal or fermented odor
Brix / pH / Titratable Acidity Target, analytical method and acceptance range confirmed by application, current lot and contract
Processing Performance Juice yield, pulp, seed content, sediment and thaw drip tested only when included in the agreed evaluation plan
Plant Material Leaves, pedicels, stems, twigs and wood controlled to approved limits; foreign matter absent according to the agreed standard
Berry Defects Immature, discolored, insect-damaged, moldy or decayed berries controlled by defined tolerance
Frozen Condition Clumps, free ice and surface frost controlled by specification and cold-chain review
Processing Method Receiving, origin verification, cleaning, washing, sorting, grading, IQF freezing, inspection, detection and packing
Packaging 10 kg, 20 kg or 25 kg bulk carton and other formats subject to current capability and order confirmation
MOQ / Mixed Container Confirmed by grade, stock, packing and loading plan; mixed frozen-fruit loading reviewed for qualified orders
Supply / Shelf Life Frozen-stock supply by crop and inventory; 24 months at or below -18 C in unopened original packing
Loading Port / Quantity / Lead Time Confirmed by order schedule, carton size, pallet plan, reefer type and actual shipment arrangement
Certificates / Documents Valid certificate copies, specification, COA, test reports and traceability records by factory, market and order

Berry size, color, Brix, acidity and processing performance can vary by species, variety, origin, maturity and harvest period. We confirm final commercial values through the approved specification, current-lot sample and batch documentation.

Product Video

Whole sea buckthorn berries. We confirm the final cut, processing method and packing against your order specification.

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Choose the Right Sea Buckthorn Grade

Select the grade according to the finished product and processing line. Juice and puree producers may not need to pay for a premium whole-berry ratio, but Brix, acidity, plant material and frozen handling still need clear limits.

Grade Specification Focus Recommended Application
Premium Whole Berry Higher whole ratio, more uniform size and stronger visual integrity Retail, visible fruit pieces and display-led applications
Standard IQF Balanced whole condition, controlled broken fruit and free-flowing handling Foodservice, blends, yogurt preparation and jam
Juice Processing Brix, total acidity, color, odor, yield evaluation and plant-material limits Juice, concentrate and beverage base
Puree Processing Pulp, seed content, acidity, color, screen selection and thaw drip Puree, sauce, filling and fruit preparation
Extraction Grade Species, seed/pulp balance and agreed analytical parameters Powder, extract and further ingredient processing
Certified Organic Valid raw-material, processing and transaction-document scope Certified organic beverage and food projects
Whole and broken frozen sea buckthorn grade review

A berry sample supports whole-to-broken ratio, color and visible-defect review before a processing grade is approved.

Key Quality Risks for Frozen Sea Buckthorn Buyers

Sea buckthorn sourcing risk is not limited to berry appearance. We connect each concern to a measurable control point and a buyer-visible result.

Buyer Concern Order Risk GreenLand-food Control Buyer Result
Origin / Species Exporter location is confused with growing region, while species affects Brix, acidity and color. We separate growing region, species, variety and production lot in order records. Clear raw-material identity for comparison and repeat orders.
Leaves / Twigs / Pedicels Plant material affects filtration, equipment and finished-product acceptance. Air cleaning, screening, sorting and finished-product inspection follow agreed tolerances. Defined plant-material limits instead of vague cleanliness claims.
Whole / Broken Ratio Excess broken fruit can increase clumping, juice leakage and dosing difficulty. We define broken fruit and confirm minimum whole and maximum broken ratios by weight. A grade aligned with the actual processing line.
Brix / Acidity / Color Formula adjustments, sweetness-acid balance and finished color vary by lot. Current-lot testing and COA parameters are agreed by method and acceptance range. More predictable formulation and raw-material costing.
Clumps / Free Ice Temperature fluctuation reduces dosing efficiency and creates usable-yield disputes. We review freezing, de-clumping, screening, frozen storage and reefer loading. Frozen condition tied to an agreed acceptance standard.
Mold / Fermented Odor / Residues Delayed handling or unsuitable raw material can affect safety, flavor and market compliance. Raw-material inspection, sensory checks and order-specific laboratory testing are documented. Batch evidence for buyer QA and destination-market review.

Raw Material Origin, Variety and Harvest Control

Sea buckthorn quality varies by growing region, species, variety, maturity and harvest period. These factors can influence berry size, skin color, soluble solids, acidity, seed proportion, flavor intensity and processing performance.

We state the raw-material growing region separately from our exporter location in Xiamen, Fujian. For a commercial lot, we review available source records for origin, harvest status, receiving date, production date and cultivation or wild-harvest status. Certified-organic wording is used only when the raw material, factory and product are covered by valid documentation.

Origin

Growing region by production lot, not inferred from exporter address.

Species and Variety

Confirmed where source records support the botanical and commercial identity.

Harvest Status

Cultivated, wild harvested and certified organic are identified separately.

Lot Timing

Receiving and processing dates support raw-material handling review.

How We Prepare Whole Sea Buckthorn for Frozen Supply

We prepare Freezing Sea Buckthorn to the agreed product form, pretreatment, grade and packing specification. The diagram shows a typical production process; we confirm preparation and step order for your order.

IQF Whole Sea Buckthorn Production Process; twelve typical production and handling stages, with captioned site references and clearly marked process illustrations.
Typical process flow. Final processing and step order follow the confirmed specification. Site photos show the captioned subjects and may illustrate a representative form; process illustrations show typical operations. Storage and loading photos are generic frozen-food references.

Production and handling stages

  1. Raw Material InspectionWe check identity, condition and the agreed raw-material criteria.
  2. Initial SortingWe remove visible defects and unsuitable material.
  3. WashingWe follow the confirmed cleaning and water-control route.
  4. Stalk & Defect RemovalWe prepare whole fruit or whole pieces and remove the specified inedible parts.
  5. Size & Form GradingWe match size and form to the approved specification.
  6. DrainingWe remove excess surface water before freezing.
  7. IQF FreezingWe quick freeze prepared pieces and review separation.
  8. Frozen Product InspectionWe review the agreed defects, form, separation and frozen condition.
  9. Weighing, Packing & Metal ControlWe check net weight, pack integrity and agreed metal controls.
  10. Batch Review & ReleaseWe match lot identity and records to the agreed release checks.
  11. Frozen StorageWe maintain the agreed frozen-storage conditions and lot identity.
  12. Reefer LoadingWe review cartons, lot records and refrigerated shipment arrangements.

How Frozen Sea Buckthorn Is Processed

We confirm the applicable processing flow with the factory and order. The commercial control sequence normally covers:

1. Receiving

Origin, lot, maturity and raw-material condition review.

2. Plant Material Removal

Branches, leaves, stems and large foreign material removed.

3. Cleaning and Sorting

Air cleaning, screening, washing and damaged-fruit sorting.

4. Grading and Freezing

Size grading, pre-cooling and IQF freezing as applicable.

5. Final Inspection

De-clumping, whole/broken review, foreign matter and detection.

6. Packing and Loading

Check weighing, coding, frozen storage and reefer loading.

Rapid freezing supports a stable frozen condition and berry separation during industrial handling. It does not replace raw-material inspection, sorting, foreign-material control, laboratory testing or continuous frozen storage.

Frozen food X-ray inspection equipment at GreenLand factory

X-ray inspection equipment supports foreign-material detection capability; applicability is confirmed by factory, product and order.

Quality Control from Raw Material to Export Shipment

We connect control actions to the specific defects and documents that matter to a juice, puree or ingredient buyer.

Raw Material Control

We review origin, species or variety where documented, lot identity, maturity, color, mold, decay, insect damage, plant material and residue-control records.

Cleaning and Sorting

We verify controls for leaves, twigs, pedicels, stones, soil, immature berries, damaged berries, abnormal fruit and washing-water condition.

Finished Product Inspection

We confirm size, whole/broken ratio, Brix, acidity, color, odor, clumps, free ice, weight, detection, sealing and carton coding by order.

Laboratory and Files

We coordinate COA, microbiology, pesticide residue, heavy metal, Brix, pH, acidity and supporting statements according to the signed specification.

Testing parameters and limits are confirmed according to the destination market, approved customer specification, analytical method and signed contract.

Processing Performance for Juice and Puree Production

We help processing buyers compare total production performance rather than carton price alone. Fixed yield claims are used only when supported by an agreed test.

Formula Control

Brix, titratable acidity, pH and flavor intensity affect recipe adjustment.

Yield Control

Juice yield, pulp, seed content, sediment and thaw drip affect usable output.

Line Handling

Berry size, broken ratio, clumping and plant material affect dosing and filtration.

Finished Appearance

Color, acidity and pulp behavior influence the final juice or puree standard.

GreenLand frozen fruit factory and export supply capability

The factory and frozen-fruit supply image supports discussion of processing coordination, export packing and broader ingredient programs.

Applications for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

We match grade and testing to your production process rather than repeating one specification across every application.

Juice and Concentrate

Juice-processing grade with Brix, total acidity, color, odor and yield evaluation.

Puree and Sauce

Puree grade with pulp, seed, screen, acidity, color and thaw-drip review.

Beverage Base

Standard or processing grade with batch Brix, pH and flavor consistency.

Jam and Fruit Preparation

Whole-and-broken or puree grade selected by pulp, color and acidity needs.

Powder and Extraction

Application-specific grade based on species, seed/pulp balance and agreed tests.

Functional Ingredient Projects

Batch analytical values and regulatory files must be defined before claims or guarantees.

Applications & Quality Requirements

We match Freezing Sea Buckthorn to your processing or packing line. Product form to confirm: Whole sea-buckthorn berries. Tell us the intended use and target texture so we can review the relevant size, grade, preparation and packing requirements before quotation.

Freezing Sea Buckthorn applications and quality requirements: Beverage Base Processing, Jam & Fruit Spreads, Sorbet and fruit ice bases, Dairy fruit preparations, Confectionery Fruit Preparation, Further Ingredient Processing
Application illustrations. Product form, preparation and suitability follow the confirmed specification. Open the overview to inspect the image.
Beverage Base Processing application illustration for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

Beverage Base Processing

For: Juice processors and beverage ingredient manufacturers

Form: whole

We review whole for your beverage base processing programme. Confirm acidity, seed separation and pulp-juice recovery. Buyer must extract/filter as appropriate and validate beverage heat treatment or equivalent safety process.

Jam & Fruit Spreads application illustration for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

Jam & Fruit Spreads

For: Preserve and fruit preparation manufacturers

Form: whole

We review whole for your jam & fruit spreads programme. Confirm Brix-acidity balance, seed or stem control and cooked gel behavior. Pulp or size-reduce as required; validate cooking, gel formulation and filling controls.

Sorbet and fruit ice bases application illustration for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

Sorbet and fruit ice bases

For: Frozen dessert manufacturers

Form: whole

We review whole for your sorbet and fruit ice bases programme. Confirm refined pulp consistency, sugar-acid balance and seed or fiber control. Remove inedible parts, pulp/refine and validate dessert base preparation and final freezing behavior.

Dairy fruit preparations application illustration for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

Dairy fruit preparations

For: Fruit preparation and dairy purchasing teams

Form: whole

We review whole for your dairy fruit preparations programme. Confirm particle size, color bleed and prepared-fruit texture. Prepare and validate the fruit component before dairy addition; check acidity, enzyme activity and microbiological suitability.

Confectionery Fruit Preparation application illustration for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

Confectionery Fruit Preparation

For: Fruit preparation processors

Form: whole

We review whole for your confectionery fruit preparation programme. Confirm refining behavior, acidity and filling color. Processor acceptance of sea-buckthorn frozen berries for this formulation is unknown. Processor refines fruit, formulates and validates the preparation for confectionery filling; fruit alone is not a bake-stable or shelf-stable preparation.

Further Ingredient Processing application illustration for Frozen Sea Buckthorn

Further Ingredient Processing

For: Qualified fruit drying and milling processors

Form: whole

We review whole for your further ingredient processing programme. Confirm seed-pulp fraction, acidity and conversion color. Processor acceptance of GreenLand frozen input is unknown. Buyer qualifies intake and drying/milling or juice-drying route; whole fruit supply is not finished powder supply.

Match the Application with the Purchasing Specification

ApplicationSelected formQuality points to confirm
Beverage Base Processingwholeacidity, seed separation and pulp-juice recovery
Jam & Fruit SpreadswholeBrix-acidity balance, seed or stem control and cooked gel behavior
Sorbet and fruit ice baseswholerefined pulp consistency, sugar-acid balance and seed or fiber control
Dairy fruit preparationswholeparticle size, color bleed and prepared-fruit texture
Confectionery Fruit Preparationwholerefining behavior, acidity and filling color
Further Ingredient Processingwholeseed-pulp fraction, acidity and conversion color

Quality, Packing & Export Support

We connect the agreed product specification with packing, lot identity, applicable quality documents and frozen delivery planning. Review our quality control system, traceability support and factory audit and inspection support with your sourcing requirements.

Send us the product, required form, final application, key quality requirements, packing, quantity and destination market. We will review the supply programme and confirm the order specification with your team.

Discuss Your Application & Specification

Frozen Storage and Cold-Chain Control

We plan storage and shipment at or below -18 C. Repeated temperature fluctuation can increase clumping, surface frost, free ice, broken fruit and juice leakage.

Before loading, we can review reefer condition, container cleanliness, lot and carton quantity, pallet requirement, seal number, loading photos, temperature records and mixed-container planning according to the shipment agreement.

-18 C or below Reefer container Lot verification Loading photos Temperature records
Frozen fruit packing and cold storage control for export shipment

Cold-storage and packing evidence supports frozen-condition review before reefer shipment.

Industrial Packing and Private-Label Options

We review packing by application, quantity, artwork and loading plan. Listed formats are discussion points and remain subject to current production capability.

Industrial Bulk Packing

1 x 10 kg, 1 x 20 kg or 1 x 25 kg PE bag/carton and other bulk options subject to confirmation.

Foodservice Packing

1 kg, 2.5 kg, 5 kg and channel-specific pack structures reviewed by order quantity and bag strength.

Private Label

Retail weight, artwork, barcode, label language, nutrition panel and carton mark confirmed before production.

Please confirm bulk or private-label MOQ, printed-material minimum, artwork approval, packaging lead time, pallet requirement and destination-market label rules during RFQ review.

Certifications and Export Documentation

We provide certificate copies only when they are valid for the relevant factory, product scope, market and order. Depending on the supply arrangement, documentation may cover BRCGS, HACCP, ISO 22000, Kosher, Halal, certified organic status or FDA Food Facility Registration.

Order files may include product specification, COA, microbiological report, pesticide residue report, heavy-metal report, certificate of origin, health certificate, packing list, loading photos and batch traceability records.

Organic status is confirmed by valid certificate scope, raw-material source, production site, product description and transaction documents. Wild-harvested raw material is not automatically described as certified organic.

GreenLand frozen food certificate and export document support

Certificate evidence supports document-scope review; valid coverage must still be confirmed for the selected factory and order.

Batch Traceability and Inspection Support

We connect each commercial lot with available raw-material origin, receiving date, production date, processing line, quality inspection, laboratory testing, packing record, frozen-storage location and shipment information.

We can coordinate an on-site factory visit, remote factory review or independent third-party inspection according to the order, audit scope and purchase contract.

Pre-shipment inspection before frozen food container loading

Pre-shipment inspection evidence supports label, lot, quantity, packing and cold-chain checks before container loading.

Why Food Processors Source Sea Buckthorn through GreenLand-food

Specification Matching

We separate whole, standard and processing grades and review size, whole/broken ratio, Brix and acidity.

Current-Lot Evidence

We coordinate current-lot photos, samples, COA and testing requirements before order approval.

Plant-Material Control

We turn leaves, stems, pedicels, twigs and foreign matter into written tolerances.

Export Coordination

We review industrial packing, mixed-container plans, audits, documents and reefer shipment needs.

Compare Related Frozen Sea Buckthorn Supply Options

Choose the product option that matches your buying intent, then send us the final application, grade and packing requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Sea Buckthorn

What is the difference between premium and processing grade?

Premium grade focuses on uniform berry size, whole-fruit integrity and appearance. Processing grade may allow a wider size range or controlled broken fruit while retaining the agreed food-safety, residue and foreign-material requirements.

Where does the raw material come from?

We confirm the growing region by production lot and state it separately from our exporter location in Xiamen, Fujian. Final origin wording follows available source records and the approved specification.

Is the sea buckthorn cultivated or wild harvested?

Cultivation and harvest status depend on the actual source. Cultivated, wild-harvested and certified-organic products are identified separately in the specification and supporting documents.

What berry sizes are available?

Commercial discussion may include 5-8 mm, over 8 mm or custom grading. Availability depends on species, variety, origin, crop and the approved sample.

Can you provide a fixed Brix?

We can discuss a target Brix according to the current crop and intended application. Final acceptance values are confirmed by specification, analytical method and batch testing.

Can you test acidity and pH?

Yes, titratable acidity and pH can be included for juice, puree and beverage orders. The method and acceptable range should be confirmed before production.

How are leaves, stems and twigs controlled?

We review air cleaning, screening, sorting and finished-product inspection. Commercial tolerances for leaves, pedicels, stems, twigs and wood are written into the approved standard.

Can processing grade contain broken berries?

Yes. A controlled broken-berry percentage may suit juice or puree production. The definition and maximum allowance must be confirmed by weight in the specification.

Is processing grade suitable for retail sale?

Processing grade is intended mainly for food manufacturing. For retail programs that require high visual integrity, we recommend a premium whole-berry specification.

Can vitamin C or Omega-7 be guaranteed?

A nutritional or fatty-acid guarantee requires an agreed test method and batch-specific analytical report. Published reference values are not treated as guaranteed commercial values.

Is certified organic sea buckthorn available?

Organic status is used only when the raw material, processing facility and product are covered by valid certification and transaction documents. Wild harvest alone does not establish organic certification.

What is the MOQ?

MOQ depends on grade, packing, current stock and shipment plan. Mixed frozen-fruit containers can be reviewed for qualified orders.

What documents are available?

Available files may include specification, COA, microbiological, pesticide-residue and heavy-metal reports, certificate copies, origin documents and batch traceability records.

Can we arrange a factory audit or third-party inspection?

Yes. We can coordinate an on-site visit, remote review or pre-shipment inspection according to the audit scope, order agreement and purchase contract.

Request a Sea Buckthorn Processing Specification and Quote

Please send your application, grade, berry size, whole-to-broken ratio, Brix or acidity target, packing, quantity, destination port and testing requirements. We will review current crop availability, specification fit, documentation and loading plan before preparing the quotation.

Application and grade Berry size Whole / broken ratio Brix / acidity / pH Packing and quantity Destination country and port Certificates and testing Required delivery window

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Technical specification · reference schedule

Frozen Sea Buckthorn

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.

Form: Whole sea-buckthorn berries Product category: Frozen Sea Buckthorn

01 / Physical & Sensory

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Botanical Name / SpeciesConfirmed by raw-material source and production lot; Hippophae rhamnoides only when applicablePublished referenceCheck raw-material identity and variety/source declaration against the ordered programme.
Raw Material OriginConfirmed according to the production lot and approved specificationPublished referenceReconcile source declaration, intake lot and shipment documents.
Product Form / GradeWhole, whole and broken, juice processing, puree processing or application-specific gradePublished referenceConfirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification.
Berry SizeTypical discussion may include 5-8 mm or over 8 mm; actual grading and tolerance depend on crop and approved samplePublished referenceMeasure a defined frozen sample with caliper or size gauge; report distribution and tolerance.
Color / Flavor / OdorNatural yellow-orange to orange; characteristically tart and acidic; free from abnormal or fermented odorPublished referenceCompare with the approved sensory reference using the stated frozen/thawed/prepared condition.
Size-grade inspectionUse 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.
Sensory acceptanceCharacteristic colour, flavour and texture for the declared product; no abnormal odour or visibly deteriorated material.External reference CodexCompare an identified frozen sample with the approved grade and defect schedule. External technical reference; confirm SKU and market applicability.

02 / Physicochemical & Residue Controls

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Brix / pH / Titratable AcidityTarget, analytical method and acceptance range confirmed by application, current lot and contractPublished referenceMeasure representative prepared sample with a temperature-compensated refractometer.
Thaw yield / drip lossFor 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 scheduleNamed active ingredients and commodity-specific limits are selected for the destination market. EU sourceLink 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 contaminantsApply the limit for the exact commodity and processed form in the destination market. EU sourceState 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

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Hygiene-indicator panelSelect aerobic count and relevant Enterobacteriaceae, coliform or E. coli indicators for the declared process and intended use. CodexReport each quantitative result in CFU/g, method/reporting limit, sample plan and lot identity.
Pathogen acceptance programmeDefine Salmonella and Listeria criteria when applicable to the destination, ready-to-eat status and buyer programme. CodexState analytical portion, sample-unit plan, method and detected/not-detected reporting; identify the treatment and release basis.
Yeast & mould enumerationSelect separate yeast and mould criteria for the ordered grade and process; assess storage stability with the applicable product data. CodexReport yeast and mould separately in CFU/g using validated matrix-specific methods.
Acceptance scheduleSelect the test panel and limits by intended use (ready-to-eat or further processing), product form and destination. EU sourceState 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

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Frozen storage and transport≤−18 °CTDS referenceProduct core check and logger record. Selected form and grade must match this TDS reference. Applies to: Frozen Sea Buckthorn frozen formats.
Frozen ConditionClumps, free ice and surface frost controlled by specification and cold-chain reviewPublished referenceConfirm method, representative sample and acceptance basis in the signed specification.
Separation & loose-ice assessmentKeep 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 CodexProbe 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 dispatchHard frozen, correctly sealed and coded, without thaw/refreeze evidence or excessive loose ice. CodexCheck pack integrity, free-flow or block condition as declared, carton condition and loading temperature.

05 / Pack Size & Shelf Life

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Supply / Shelf LifeFrozen-stock supply by crop and inventory; 24 months at or below -18 C in unopened original packingPublished referenceVerify unopened-pack validation, declared storage condition and production/best-before coding.
Declared net contentsVerify each selected pack format against the artwork and applicable quantity-control rule. CodexCalibrated checkweigher or scale; defined sample and tare.
Shelf-life basisThe labelled period applies only to its validated pack and continuous stated storage condition. CodexReview stability study or approved shelf-life file and production-date code.

06 / Process Controls

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Processing PerformanceJuice yield, pulp, seed content, sediment and thaw drip tested only when included in the agreed evaluation planPublished referenceCheck the approved product flow, line settings and identified production record; validate numerical critical limits within the site HACCP plan.
Processing MethodReceiving, origin verification, cleaning, washing, sorting, grading, IQF freezing, inspection, detection and packingPublished referenceCheck the approved product flow, line settings and identified production record; validate numerical critical limits within the site HACCP plan.
Raw-material preparation checksConfirm whole berries versus pulp and the seed declaration; inspect thorn and stem removal.Verify the selected product flow and the relevant trimming, sorting and pretreatment record.
CCP designationUse the site-approved HACCP plan to identify true CCPs and their validated critical limits. CodexCheck hazard analysis, monitoring, deviation and corrective-action records. A quality-control step is not automatically a CCP.

07 / Ingredients, Additives & Allergens

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Ingredient100% sea buckthorn berries; added sugar and additives only stated as none when confirmed by specificationPublished referenceVerify approved formula, supplier declarations and line-specific allergen assessment.
Added glaze / coating declarationDeclare 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.
Additive useDeclare any colour-protection agent, acidulant or other additive by ingredient and maximum permitted use for the target market. NHC standardCheck 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 assessmentDeclare inherent allergens and assess shared-line cross-contact from the actual facility schedule. FDAReview 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

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Whole / Broken RatioMinimum whole-berry ratio, maximum broken-berry ratio and broken-berry definition confirmed by weightPublished referenceInspect a defined representative sample; record count or mass basis and disposition.
Plant MaterialLeaves, pedicels, stems, twigs and wood controlled to approved limits; foreign matter absent according to the agreed standardPublished referenceClassify on the defined sample by count or mass; record individual categories, denominator and any combined limit.
Berry DefectsImmature, discolored, insect-damaged, moldy or decayed berries controlled by defined tolerancePublished referenceInspect a defined representative sample; record count or mass basis and disposition.
Intrinsic defect classificationStems/leaves/thorns, immature fruit, damaged berries and rancid/off notes.Record each defect class separately by count or mass; state sample size, denominator and combined-limit rules.
Hazardous foreign matterNo foreign matter detected in the defined inspection sample; reject and investigate any finding.External reference CodexDefine 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

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Food-contact packSpecify inner-contact material and obtain the applicable food-contact compliance declaration. NHC standardReview 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 integrityDefine carton stacking strength, bag seal and puncture resistance for the confirmed net weight and pallet plan. EU sourceInspect pack drawing, compression/seal test and shipment configuration.
Label verificationMatch product name, ingredient/allergen statement, net weight, lot/date, shelf life and storage instruction to the destination artwork. CodexApprove artwork against the signed specification and destination rules.

10 / Detection & Traceability

ParameterSpecification / referenceVerification & order basis
Foreign-body detectorValidate Fe, non-Fe and stainless-steel challenge pieces for the actual product, aperture, pack and line; record the proven sensitivity. CodexChallenge at defined start, changeover, interval and end points; retain rejection records. Do not copy generic detector sizes into a plant capability claim.
Lot traceabilityLink input source lot, processing run, packaging code, test records, frozen storage and shipment to one finished lot. CodexTrace 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.
Order approval: Confirm the selected form and grade, ingredient formula, intended use, destination market, packing, sampling plan and test panel. The signed specification controls acceptance; the identified lot COA reports actual results.

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