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QUINOA
Chenopodium
quinoa

Harmonized System Code:
Quinoa grain: 1008.50
Quinoa powder: 1102.90
Quinoa, named “mother grain” by the Incas, has been hailed as the “supergrain of the future” for its high protein content and essential amino acids.

HEALTH BENEFITS:

  • Because it is rich in iron, helps prevent anemia.
  • Being a great source of zinc, helps prevent and treat liver and skin diseases.
  • Prevent osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease due to its high magnesium content.

SOME USES:

  • Ideal for salads.
  • Smoothies and milkshakes.
  • Gluten free diet.

SPECIFICATIONS:

White

Black

Red

Grains

Powder

Grains

Powder

Grains

Powder
Moisture

<12%

<10%

<12%

<10%

<12%

<10%
Description

Round seed with visible germ bud

Dehydrated powder

Round seed with visible germ bud

Dehydrated powder

Round seed with visible germ bud

Dehydrated powder
Particle size

1.4 –1.7 mm

80 mesh

1.4 –1.7 mm

80 mesh

1.4 –1.7 mm

80 mesh
Color

Beige (white)

Light beige

Black

Light beige

Red

Light beige
Odor

Characteristic of the product
Taste

Characteristic of the product

NUTRITION FACTS:

Composition

Value
Energy

401.14 kcal
Fiber

23.26 g
Carbohydrates

70.67 g
Protein

14.45 g
Fat

6.74 g
Ash

2.64 g

MICROBIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Assay

Specification
Aerobics

<105 ufc/g
Total mold

<103 ufc/g
Total yeast

<103 ufc/g
Escherichia Coli

Absent

PACKAGING:

White

Black

Red

Grains

Powder

Grains

Powder

Grains

Powder

25 kilo paper bag

25 kilo cardboard box

25 kilo paper bag

25 kilo cardboard box

25 kilo paper bag

25 kilo cardboard box

20 kilo cardboard box

20 kilo cardboard box

20 kilo cardboard box

CERTIFICATIONS

PROCESSING FLOWCHART:

Quinoa grains:

Quinoa powder:

STORAGE CONDITIONS:

Sealed container, temperature between 15° and 20°C, away from strong odors.

SHELF LIFE:

18 months.