lemon fruit powder

Lemon Fruit Powder — 100% Pure Freeze-Dried Citrus Ingredient for Food, Supplement & Cosmetic Formulation

Shaanxi New Things Biotech's lemon fruit powder is a 100% pure freeze-dried ingredient made from whole lemon fruit (Citrus limon) offering a genuine sour flavour, natural Vitamin C and citrus bioflavonoids in a shelf-stable powder. fine off-white powder. Verified by HPLC and conventional food testing techniques. Complies with ISO 9001, KOSHER and HALAL standards. Shipped as ready stock within 2-3 working days following purchase confirmation Packaging: 25 kg/drum The supply chain is entirely traceable from source material to delivery, from pilot batches to commercial orders.

Product Specifications

Why Freeze-Dried Lemon Powder Outperforms Liquid Concentrate?

For fresh lemon juice we identify three formulation challenges: perishability, logistical cost and seasonal variation in acidity. All three are solved by making a standardised powder out of the whole fruit.

Freeze drying preserves approximately 95% of the volatile aromatics, natural Vitamin C content and organic acids – such as citric and malic acid – that contribute to a true lemon flavour character. You have the original tart taste, vibrant perfume and characteristic colour without artificial improvement.

This product is 100% fruit powder only – no added preservatives, no artificial flavours, no fake colours, unlike the spray-dried equivalents that are usually loaded with 30-60% maltodextrin or other fillers. That implies a truly clean label for your finished goods.

The texture is further helped by the fibrous nature of the powder in its original state. It adds a great texture to smoothies, frozen desserts and baked products that liquid juice or pure citric acid simply cannot replicate.

Application Scenarios 

Functional Beverages & Electrolyte Blends

Citric acid content in ready-to-mix powder formulations functions as a natural buffering agent and flavorant. It behaves consistently in mineral enriched environments (magnesium, zinc) and does not initiate caking or oxidation reactions.

Bakery, Confectionery and Fat Systems

Liquid lemon juice can change the water activity of doughs or seize chocolate. This powder delivers high-impact citrus acidity into fat-based systems such as glazes, buttercream, and low-moisture biscuits without adding shelf-life-reducing moisture.

Nutraceuticals and Supplement Formulation

Natural citric acid and bioflavonoids make it a beneficial element for effervescent tablets, detox blends and collagen or BCAA powders. The natural acidity stimulates saliva and improves mouthfeel of gritty supplement formats and supports a natural polyphenol claim.

Note: This powder is partly soluble due to naturally occurring fruit fibres. It forms a layer of fine sediment and is not appropriate for clear beverage applications. Works well in textured, opaque or baked applications.

Quality Assurance and Safety

Quality control of lemon fruit powder begins with the input of raw materials and continues through each stage of manufacturing. The active ingredient content, microbiological limits and possible contaminants are evaluated using HPLC and GC-MS analytical instruments.

The product is produced in a GMP-aligned production system and is ISO 9001, HALAL and KOSHER certified. A complete digital traceability system follows every batch from sourcing raw fruit, through processing, inspection and final shipment, offering you full documentation support for your own regulatory needs.

No artificial ingredients are added at any point. Each batch satisfies established standards of purity, safety and consistency before leaving the plant.

Storage and Handling Guidelines

Citric acid and natural fruit sugars attract moisture. If you don’t store it properly, the powder will collect moisture from the air and turn into hard clumps.

Store below 20°C in a dry place with a relative humidity of less than 60%. Do not open packaging prior to usage. Once opened, reseal and use within a reasonable period of time.

For long term warehousing, we strongly recommend high barrier aluminium foil packing with desiccant packs. Keep Out of intense sunshine or strong smelling things.

Packing and Delivery

Standard packing is 25kg/drum using vacuum composite film or aluminium foil nitrogen filled packaging to protect against moisture, light and oxidation during transport.

We provide tailor-made packaging solutions such as smaller retail-ready forms, multilingual labelling and anti-counterfeit solutions for brand protection. OEM/ODM service provides customised formulation and packaging for your particular product line.

Available for fast delivery. Order confirmation 2-3 working days delivery confirmation. We offer courier, airfreight and ocean shipping solutions to suit your global logistical requirements.

Our Factory

Shaanxi New Things Biotech has a contemporary production base in Xi’an, Shaanxi, featuring supercritical fluid extraction technology, molecular distillation systems and automated production lines. The complex combines R&D, manufacturing and quality control under one roof.

A digital manufacturing system controls the entire production process, enabling real-time monitoring and full batch traceability. With flexible capacity you can run small trial batches or big commercial orders so you may test formulas before scaling up without a change in supplier.

FAQ

Q1: Is this product 100% natural with no added artificial ingredients?

A: Yes. This is pure fruit powder with no artificial flavor, color, or preservative — giving your finished product a genuine clean-label claim.

Q2: Why does the powder only partially dissolve in water?

A: Natural fruit fibers cause partial solubility and fine sedimentation. It is not recommended for clear beverage applications, but works excellently in smoothies, baked goods, and frozen desserts.

Q3: What is the difference between freeze-dried and spray-dried lemon powder?

A: Freeze-dried retains 95%+ of nutrients and aromatics with no added carriers. Spray-dried typically contains 30–60% maltodextrin, which lowers cost but reduces nutritional density and flavor intensity.

Q4: Can this powder replace citric acid anhydrous at a 1:1 ratio?

A: No. The acid content is part of the whole fruit matrix. Replacement ratios depend on the specific acid percentage of the batch — typically requiring approximately 3x the weight to match pure citric acid acidity, plus adding solids and flavor.

Q5: Does this powder work in protein shakes?

A: Caution is recommended. The low pH can cause protein denaturation in whey or dairy systems. A buffered formulation or the addition of pectin as a stabilizer is advised for these applications.

Q6: What is the shelf life and how should bulk stock be stored?

A: When stored below 20°C and at humidity below 60% in sealed, high-barrier packaging, the product maintains stability for its intended shelf life. Desiccant packs inside drums are recommended for long-term storage.

Contact Us

Contact us today to request a specification sheet, product sample, or custom formulation quote for lemon fruit powder.

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