Organic Camu Camu powder

HEALTH CLAIMS*

Based on FSANZ pre-approved claims;

  • 500mg provides a good source of vitamin C
  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation & normal immune system function
  • 26g provides a source of Dietary Fibre
  • Healthy digestion
  • Supports bowel health
  • Low sugar

HEALTH RELATED

  • Health star rating = 5
  • Plant based source of naturally occurring vitamin C

FEATURES

  • Native to the Peruvian Amazon
  • Grown around the basin of rivers Nanay, Ucayali, Marañon and Tigre
  • Contain typical 3-4% naturally occurring vitamin C
  • Processed in certified gluten-free facility
  • Free From GMO, dairy, soy, additives

PRODUCT CATEGORIES

  • Immune
  • Fibre
  • Energy

Organic Camu Camu Powder is an ACO certified organic ingredient that grows mainly in Peru, Colombia, Brazil and Venezuela along the sides of rivers and lakes in the wild. Our whole Organic Camu Camu powder is made from the skin, pulp and seeds of the fruit, which are then dehydrated and pulverised. Camu Camu is known to contain vitamin C as well as natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. The fruit powder can be used in beverages, food products and even cosmetic applications.

Purchase bulk supply of our organic camu camu powder. High in vitamin C, this natural health food and beverage is available to buy in Australia from Phyto-Therapy.

SPECIFICATIONS
Physical & Chemical
Total Heavy Metals (ppm) < 10
Microbiological
Total Plate Count ≤ 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mould ≤ 1,000 cfu/g
Escherichia. coli <10 cfu/g
Salmonella spp Absent/25g
OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Taste Characteristic of Camu Camu
Colour Dark orange pink
Certification NOP, EU, ACO, Kosher
Allergens Free from GMO, dairy, soy, additives
Safety Food Grade, suitable for human consumption
Shelf Life 2 years in original sealed bag <30°C (protect from air & light)
Packaging 20kg poly bag in carton
TYPICAL DATA (All Figures Based on Independent Analysis)
Labelling
Certified Organic Camu Camu powder
Nutritional Labelling per 100g (Typical Composition)
Energy 1529kJ
366kcal
Protein 7.20g
Fats total – 3.86g
saturated – 1.4g
trans – <0.1g
Carbohydrates available – 71.84g
sugars – 3.07g
dietary fibre – 7.92g
Sodium 160mg
Vitamin C 3,000mg
EMISSIONS PROFILE
Carbon Emissions 11.5 kg CO2-e/kg

* the health claims available for this ingredient are dose related. If you are unsure, please seek regulatory advice to ensure compliance

Manufacturer

Algarrobos Organicos Peru

Certifications

Carbon Certified

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