Bio Carob 45

Bio Carob 45 is a natural plant powder obtained from the fruit of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), sourced from certified organic farms. The product is a fine red-brown powder with a characteristic, slightly sweet taste and aroma reminiscent of cocoa. Thanks to its natural properties and high fiber and carbohydrate content, it is widely used as an alternative to cocoa in various food recipes.

Organic carob powder is used, among other things, in the production of baked goods, desserts, beverages, bars, and nutritional mixes. Thanks to its low fat content, lack of caffeine, and natural sweetness, it is an excellent ingredient for products intended for children, vegans, and people avoiding allergens and synthetic additives.

Description

Organic carob flour is a homogeneous, dry powder with a high dietary fiber content and low moisture content. The product is characterized by good water solubility and stable microbiological and chemical parameters, making it safe and functional for industrial applications.

Parameter	Value
Color	Reddish-brown
Taste and smell	Slightly sweet, similar to cocoa
Form	Powder
Moisture	< 4%
Total protein	< 6%
Carbohydrates	~42%
Dietary fiber	~46%
Water solubility	40–50%
Ash content	≤ 4%
Fat content	≤ 1.5%
pH	5 – 6
Total sugars	~27%
Coagulase-positive staphylococci	< 10³ CFU/g
Yeasts and molds	< 3×10² CFU/g
E. coli	Absent /g
Salmonella	Absent in 25 g
Total aerobic bacteria	< 10³ CFU/g
Aflatoxin B1	< 5 μg/kg
Sum B1, B2, G1, G2	< 10³ CFU/g
Lead	< 0.20 mg/kg
Cadmium	< 0.20 mg/kg
Allergens	None – allergen-free product
GMO	Does not contain GMO