Carob powder (locust bean gum)
Foodcom S.A. offers carob powder – a natural, caffeine-free substitute for cocoa, available in 25 kg wholesale packages. It is formed from the fruit of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), which, after roasting and grinding, form a powder with an intense chocolate aroma and slightly sweet taste.
The product is free of allergens and GMOs, ideal for industrial production of sweets, beverages, snacks and in the HoReCa and health food industry. We offer different variants of the product – Carob 20, 45 and 60 – which differ in color, flavor and fiber content, allowing you to choose the right version for your specific application.
Feel free to contact us to select the right variant for your applications.
Technical aspects
Carob meal is a finely ground powder with a particle diameter of less than 75 microns, available in shades ranging from light brown to dark brown. It is characterized by a chocolate-coffee flavor and aroma reminiscent of milk chocolate. The product exhibits 100% botanical purity and is free of fermentation and impurities.
Foodcom S.A. offers three variants of carob:
- Carob 20 – lighter color, sweeter taste and higher solubility,
- Carob 45 – balanced flavor profile and color,
- Carob 60 – darker hue, intense flavor and high fiber content.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture content | < 4% |
| Total protein | < 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 28 – 48% |
| Dietary fiber | 40 – 60% |
| Total sugars | 15 – 38% |
| Total fat | ≤ 1,5% |
| Ash | ≤ 4,5% |
| pH | 5 – 6 |
| Solubility in water | 20 – 60% |
| Particle size | 98% < 75 microns |
| Botanical purity | 100% |
| GMO | No |
| Allergens | None |
Storage period
The product retains its full properties for 18 months from the date of manufacture. Store in a dry and cool place, away from direct sunlight.
Packaging
Carob is available in multilayer paper bags with a polyethylene insert, weighing 25 kg.
Application
Carob meal is widely used in the food industry:
- Snack production – Energy bars, granola, nut mixes,
- Confectionery and bakery products – Cocoa substitute in cakes, cookies, ice cream, creams and beverages,
- Health food industry – An ingredient in products for children, vegans and people with caffeine intolerance,
- HoReCa – used as an addition to desserts, beverages and breakfast dishes.
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