TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

GENERAL
Product Name SAFFRON STRANDS ISO III Print Date 24/11/2023
Product Code 306006 Version Rev. 13 · 16/10/2020
Status In Process

DESCRIPTION
Description The dried and cleaned stigmas of Crocus sativus L.
Latin Name Crocus sativus L.
Colour Brick to bright, light to dark red.
Flavour Typical of raw material.
Apperance Thread
Origin of Raw Material Iran, Spain

INGREDIENTS
Saffron 100%

CHARACTERISTICS
Physical - Chemical

Parameters Unit Specification Method

Total Ash % < 8.0 ASTA 3.0
Acid insoluble ash % < 1.0 ASTA 4.0
Moisture content % < 12.0 KARL FISHER TITRATION
Extraneous vegetable matter (EVM) % < 5.0 ASTA 14.1 / ESA Quality Minima
Foreign matter % < 1.0 ASTA 14.1
Extractable color in Saffron unid. min. 120 ISO 3632-2:2010
Picocrocine unid. min. 40 ISO 3632-2:2010
Safranal unid. 20 - 50 ISO 3632-2:2010

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION per 100g of product. USDA. National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference
Nutrient name Unit Value Remarks
Energy kcal 310
Energy kj 1298
Protein g 11.43
Total lipid g 5.85
of which saturated lipid g 1.586
Sodium, Na mg 148
Carbohydrate g 65.37
Fiber g 3.9

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TREATMENT
Method Yes No
Steam Treated √

Irradiation √

Ethylene Oxide √
Microbiology tests carried out in non-treated products are only representative of the analysed sample and cannot be directly extrapolated to
the total batch
Non heat-treated products cannot be considered as “ready-to-eat foods” for the purposes of Regulation (EC) No 1441/2007, which must be
taken into account in the use or treatment by the customer.

CLEANLINESS SPECIFICATIONS

State of the art cleaning equipment (destoners, sifters, density separators, rare-earth magnets, metal detectors, optical
sorting) is applied to minimise the risk of foreign matter contamination as far as technologically possible. Product is
manufactured under GMP and HACCP systems.

STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE

Recommended Storage in a dry and cool place (better 5-30ºC and <70% RH), protected from direct sun-light and
Storage heat sources and avoid sudden temperature changes. Storage must be clean, free from pests, in
adequate sanitary conditions and far from any substances with strong odors or which may release
chemical compounds.
Characteristics of the product have been analytically confirmed and guaranteed at the time of
shipment. Product is microbiologically stable, therefore shelf life is guaranteed if stored under
recommended conditions and handled properly, in its original packaging, closed and free from
damages.

Shelf Life 18 months

HEALTH & SAFETY DATA

No specific hazards are known for this product.

Classification: Non-hazardous food product in normal usage.
Transport requirements: Ambient dry transport.
Fire hazard: Low fire and explosion hazard - high flashpoint (extinguish with water or CO2).
Disposal of spillages: Dispose of as innocuous waste.
Exposure limits: None ascribed
A general MSDS is available for this product, although not a legal requirement.

HANDLING REQUIREMENTS / PERSONNEL SAFETY

Product is naturally aromatic, so after prolonged handling may cause eye, nasal, throat or skin irritation in sensitive cases.
It is recommended the use of efficient ventilation, containment or, if this is not practical, face masks, gloves and protective
overalls.

In case of irritation, wash affected part with water. if irritation persists seek medical advice.

ALLERGENS / INTOLERANCE
Product does not contain any ingredient or additive listed in the Annex II - Regulation EU 1169/2011 "Substances or
products causing allergies or intolerances"

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ACCEPTABILITY TO SPECIFIC POPULATION GROUPS

Group name Suitable Certified Remarks
Halal √ √
Kosher √ √
Vegetarians √
Lacto-ovo-vegetarians √
Vegans √
Coeliacs √
Diabetics √

OTHER INFORMATIONS
- GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS (GMO)

Product does not contain GM ingredients, and no GM additives or adyuvants are used in the plant. Product comes from
natural agricultural raw materials that are out of the market of GMs, and at the moment there are not available GM
varieties of spices.

- IRRADIATION
Nor the product or the ingredients have been treated with ionizing irradiation to preserve, reduce microbiological
contamination, pest control or any other purpose.

- NANOMATERIALS
Product does not contain any nano-ingredient conforming to Regulation UE 1169/2011

- ETO & CHEMICAL TREATMENT

Nor the product or the ingredients have been chemically treated to preserve, reduce microbial contamination or modifying
characteristics. Specifically, product has not been treated with Ethylene Oxide (EtO)

LEGAL COMPLIANCE

Product, packaging material and applied processes are conforming to EU regulations, including both general food
regulations and specific norms of the product (pesticide residues, contaminants, food-contact materials, etc.)
Products are manufactured according to the recommendations from the main organizations in the spice industry, and
specifically from European Spice Association (ESA)
This information is, to the best of our knowledge, correct. Although the greatest care has been taken to ensure its accuracy,
changing regulations and individual products characteristics make it necessary to disclaim any warranties or liabilities.

Firmado digitalmente por Ángela

Martínez
Nombre de reconocimiento (DN):
cn=Ángela Martínez, o=Ramón
Sabater S.A.U., ou=Quality Dept.,
email=amartinez@sabaterglobal.co
m, c=ES
Fecha: 2023.11.24 10:33:44 +01'00'

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