Premium Bulk Freeze Dried Lemon Slices & Powder Wholesale
As a leading global B2B manufacturer and exporter of freeze-dried fruit ingredients, we take immense pride in delivering top-tier Freeze Dried Lemon products to international beverage brands, tea blenders, food manufacturers, and health supplement producers. Utilizing fresh, carefully selected lemons harvested from GAP-certified orchards, our proprietary sub-zero vacuum freeze-drying (FD) process sublimation removes water while preserving the cellular integrity, natural aroma, citric acid concentration, and essential nutrients of fresh lemon.
Unlike traditional hot-air dried (AD) or sun-dried lemons that suffer from browning, nutrient loss, and tough textures, our Freeze Dried Lemon slices maintain their vibrant natural yellow color, translucent pulp structure, and clean sour taste profile. When infused in water, they rapidly rehydrate to deliver a farm-fresh citrus experience to your consumers.
Why Partner with Our Freeze Dried Lemon Factory?
- 100% Pure Clean Label: No added sugar, no artificial colorants, no sulfur dioxide bleaching agents, and non-GMO guaranteed.
- Superior Nutrient Retention: Preserves over 95% of Vitamin C, bioflavonoids, and volatile citrus oils compared to thermal drying methods.
- Industrial Stability: Ultra-low moisture content (≤ 3.0%) guarantees against oxidation and enzymatic browning, ensuring a stable 2-year shelf life.
- Full Traceability & Compliance: Fully compliant with EU & US FDA pesticide residue standards, supported by HACCP, BRC, KOSHER, and HALAL certifications.
Versatile B2B Commercial Applications
Our Freeze Dried Lemon ingredients are designed to meet diverse industrial and commercial formulation demands across food, beverage, and nutritional sectors:
- Beverage & Tea Industry: Ideal for premium fruit tea blends, cold-brew herbal infusions, detox water sachets, craft cocktail garnishes, and instant flavored drinks.
- Bakery & Confectionery: Ground FD lemon powder provides natural sour flavoring and aroma for macarons, cake batters, biscuit coatings, white chocolate, and fruit jellies.
- Nutritional & Health Supplements: Used as a natural Vitamin C base or flavoring agent in dietary powders, sports hydration mixes, and functional vitamin gummies.
- Snack Foods & Dairy: Excellent as crisp snack ingredients, yogurt toppers, cereal inclusions, and ice cream toppings.
Advanced Freeze-Drying Technology & QC Standards
Our manufacturing facility operates under strict GMP standards to execute a 7-stage quality-controlled process:
- Raw Material Selection: Fresh lemons are harvested at peak ripeness, tested for sugar/acid ratio, and sorted to eliminate defective fruit.
- Ozone Bubble Washing: Thorough high-pressure washing removes surface residues and contaminants without damaging the peel.
- Precision Slicing/Dicing: Automated high-speed cutters produce uniform slice thicknesses (typically 3–5mm) to ensure even drying.
- Deep Freezing (-40°C): Slices are quick-frozen within hours to lock in cell structures and prevent nutrient degradation.
- Vacuum Sublimation Drying: Ice crystals are directly sublimated into vapor under low pressure, leaving behind crisp, lightweight lemon tissues.
- Metal Detection & Sorting: Products pass through X-ray and optical color sorters to ensure 0% foreign material contamination.
- Dehumidified Packaging: Packed immediately in high-barrier aluminum foil bags in a 100,000-class cleanroom environment.
Technical Specifications (Technical Data Sheet)
| Parameter / Specification | Standard Value (FD Lemon Slices) | Standard Value (FD Lemon Powder) |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredients | 100% Fresh Lemon | 100% Fresh Lemon Powder |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 3.0% | ≤ 3.5% |
| Particle / Physical Size | Slice Thickness: 3–5mm; Dia: 3.5–6.0cm | Mesh Size: 80–120 Mesh Pass Rate ≥ 98% |
| Color & Appearance | Natural light yellow, characteristic peel & pulp | Uniform light yellow fine powder, free-flowing |
| Flavor & Odor | Pungent fresh citrus sour taste, no off-flavor | Clean lemon flavor, naturally acidic |
| Total Plate Count | < 10,000 CFU/g | < 10,000 CFU/g |
| Yeast & Mold | < 500 CFU/g | < 500 CFU/g |
| Coliforms / E.coli | Negative / < 10 CFU/g | Negative / < 10 CFU/g |
| Pathogens (Salmonella) | Negative / 25g | Negative / 25g |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, As) | Pb ≤ 0.2 mg/kg, As ≤ 0.1 mg/kg | Pb ≤ 0.2 mg/kg, As ≤ 0.1 mg/kg |
Export Packaging & Bulk Logistics Solutions
Understanding the sensitive moisture-absorbing nature of freeze-dried products, we utilize optimized multi-layer moisture-proof export packaging to guarantee long-distance maritime and air transport security:
- Standard Bulk Packaging: 5kg non-toxic food-grade aluminum foil bags, 2 bags per strong corrugated master carton (10kg net weight/carton). Nitrogen flush optional.
- OEM Retail Ready Options: Custom flexible pouches, stand-up zipper bags, clear PET canisters, or single-slice nitrogen-packed wrappers printed with your logo and brand design.
- Logistics Efficiency: Palletized shipping via 20ft/40ft Reefer or Dry Containers. Flexible shipping terms including FOB China ports (Qingdao/Shanghai/Shenzhen), CIF, CFR, and door-to-door DDP services.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A: Our standard factory MOQ for bulk packaging (5kg aluminum bags) is 100 kg. For custom OEM private label packaging, the MOQ depends on the bag dimensions and printing requirements, typically starting from 2,000 retail pouches.
A: Freeze Dried Lemon retains its microporous cell structure. When placed in water (cold or warm), it instantly absorbs water and rehydrates within 15–30 seconds, restoring original taste, color, and aroma. Air-dried lemons take minutes to soften, often taste bitter due to thermal exposure, and turn brown easily.
A: Yes! We offer free 100g–200g samples for qualified prospective commercial clients (shipping freight collect or via express account). Every production batch is dispatched alongside a comprehensive factory COA, and third-party lab testing (SGS/Eurofins) is available upon request.
A: Store in a cool, dark, dry warehouse below 25°C (77°F) with relative humidity under 60%. Keep the aluminum inner bags sealed when not in use, as freeze-dried items rapidly absorb ambient moisture if exposed to air.
Request Wholesale Quote & Free Product Sample
Are you looking for a reliable, large-capacity B2B supplier of premium Freeze Dried Lemon Slices or Powder? Contact our commercial export team today to receive current wholesale pricing, custom packaging specifications, and complimentary factory samples for your lab evaluation.
