PRODUCT DESCRIPTION : Whole Pitted Mediterranean style be processed from sound, nature fresh Turkish apricots which have been harvested by hand, washed with pure water, hand pitted treated with sulphure dioxide for color retention, sun dried, graded for size, and sorted for general defects. The product shall present a bright color (light yellow-yellow orange-orange reddish-light red), taste and smell typical of well processed dried apricots.

CRITICAL CHARACTERISTICS :

1. Moisture : Max. 25 % (Determined by the DFA moisture tester)

2. Sulphure dioxide : 2000 – 3000 ppm (Depending on demand and country)

3. Sizing : The fruit pieces shall be uniform in size not showing more than %8 by weight

STORAGE : The product should be stored in a clean, dry and cool (recommended below 5°C) place.

SHELF LIFE : 12 months from date of production when stored in the conditions noted above