1.- PRODUCT

Name of the product: Dehydrated oregano

Common name: Oregano

Botanical Name: Origanum vulgare

Lifetime: 2 years

Sanitary Register: 03-02-03-10-0001 SENASAG Bolivia

Phytosanitary register: 01-111-3 SENASAG Bolivia

Tariff heading: 12.11.90.30.00

Dehydrated: Naturally, in solar dryers.

Classification: Mechanical

Presentation: According to client specifications. Kraft paper bag with inner polyethylene lining. Each bag contains 20 kg net. Bag dimensions are: Width: 635 mm. Length: 1110 mm. Bellow: 130.

2. - CHARACTERISTICS

Aspect: Whole oval and/or chopped leaves

Color: from light green to olive green.

Odor: Aromatic, very pronounced. Atypical odor-free

Taste: Very accented tones. Free of atypical flavors.

3.- CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Humidity: < 12%

Ashes: < 12%

Essential Oil: Between 2% and 5%

Stems and foreign matters: < 1.5%

Size: 4mm.

4.-MICROBIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

E- Coli: Absence

Salmonella: Absence

Coliforms: Absence

5. - QUALITY

Our products meet all quality standards set by our clients and by international regulatory agencies, and our company is certified for good manufacturing practices (GMP). (TÜV Rheinland)

6. - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Processing: Solar drying with mechanical systems using good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Traceability system: Complete system of traceability by package.

Uses: Oregano is mainly used for cooking. It is an ideal condiment for seasoning various dishes such as pasta, pizza, soup and is used to make herbal flavored liqueurs. It is also used to enhance the flavor of meat and sausages. It has antioxidant and anti-fungal properties.

Conditions for storage and transportation: Keep in a cool, ventilated room away from direct light. Ship as a food item only.