Dragon Fruit Freeze Dried Powder (DRF-001)

1. Product Overview

Dragon Fruit Freeze Dried Powder is a premium fruit ingredient produced from carefully selected dragon fruit using advanced freeze-drying technology to preserve its natural colour, flavour, aroma, and nutritional characteristics. It is widely used in food manufacturing, beverage production, nutritional supplements, and functional food formulations. Its fine powder form offers excellent formulation flexibility, convenient storage, and consistent ingredient performance. As demand for natural fruit-based ingredients and clean-label products increases, it provides manufacturers with a versatile solution for developing innovative, premium-quality products.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Raw Material: 100% dragon fruit (pitaya).

• Chemical Composition: Naturally occurring carbohydrates, dietary fibre, fruit sugars, antioxidants, and betalain pigments, depending on fruit variety.

• Purity: 100% pure freeze-dried dragon fruit powder; no additives or carriers in the pure grade.

• Physical Form: Fine, free-flowing powder.

• Colour: Pink to reddish-purple or light pink, depending on variety.

• Flavour & Aroma: Characteristic mild, naturally sweet dragon fruit flavour and aroma.

• Particle Size: Fine powder; customizable mesh size according to buyer requirements.

• Moisture Content: Typically 3–5%, subject to production specifications.

• Solubility: Dispersible in water; insoluble fruit fibre may remain.

• Packaging: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 20kg and 25kg food-grade moisture-resistant, sealed packaging.

• Shelf Life: Typically 18–24 months when stored under recommended conditions.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

• Origin: Available from major dragon fruit-producing regions, subject to sourcing availability.

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Used in smoothies, fruit drinks, juices, flavoured waters, and powdered beverage blends.

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into antioxidant blends, superfood powders, nutritional supplements, and functional formulations.

• Bakery & Confectionery: Applied in cakes, biscuits, chocolates, confectionery, frostings, and dessert mixes for natural fruit flavour and colour.

• Dairy & Plant-Based Products: Used in yoghurt, ice cream, milkshakes, plant-based beverages, and frozen desserts.

• Health & Wellness Products: Suitable for superfood blends, meal replacement formulations, and clean-label nutritional products.

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in selected natural skincare and cosmetic formulations as a botanical fruit ingredient.

Its freeze-dried format offers advantages over conventional fruit powders through reduced moisture, convenient handling, concentrated fruit characteristics, and improved storage stability when properly packaged.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Controlled freeze-drying and milling processes support consistent colour, flavour, texture, and ingredient specifications.

• Nutritional Preservation: Low-temperature dehydration helps retain many of the fruit’s naturally occurring nutrients and bioactive compounds.

• Supply Reliability: Suitable for recurring bulk procurement and industrial-scale ingredient sourcing.

• Logistics Capability: Moisture-resistant packaging supports international transportation, warehousing, and distribution.

• Price Competitiveness: Bulk purchasing options provide opportunities for improved procurement economics and production cost management.

• Clean-Label Positioning: 100% fruit-based formulations support manufacturers seeking natural ingredient alternatives.

• Sustainability: Lightweight powdered format reduces transportation weight compared with fresh fruit, while extending usability and reducing spoilage risks.

• Technical Documentation: Product specifications, Certificate of Analysis (COA), microbiological reports, and food safety documentation available subject to supplier verification.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 Metric Tons (20 MT) – Bulk Order.

• Loading Capacity (20ft Container): Approximately 10–12 MT, subject to packaging configuration and applicable weight restrictions.

• Loading Capacity (40ft Container): Approximately 20–24 MT, subject to packaging configuration and applicable weight restrictions.

• Supply Format: Bulk industrial supply.

• Packaging: Food-grade moisture-resistant bulk packaging.

• Export Availability: Available for international B2B supply, subject to sourcing, production capacity, and destination requirements.