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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SHEET
Exclusive Foods - Crystal Cornmeal Fish Coating
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PRODUCT NAME: Crystal Cornmeal Fish
VERSION: 1.0
EFFECTIVE DATE: 2024-01-20
MANUFACTURER: Exclusive Foods, Durban, KZN

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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A premium yellow cornmeal blend enriched with lemon zest notes for a light,
extra-crispy finish. Engineered for seafood applications, delivering superior
texture while maintaining the delicate flavor of fish.

KEY FEATURES:
- Superior crispness and crunch
- Light, airy coating texture
- Lemon zest flavor profile
- 8-12 minute golden crust development
- Perfect for white fish fillets

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Appearance:              Yellow granular cornmeal
Odor:                   Slightly citrusy, corn aroma
Taste:                  Mild corn flavor with subtle lemon notes
Particle Size:          200-800 microns (varied for texture)
Bulk Density:           420-480 kg/m³
Moisture:               < 2.4% (as-is basis)
pH:                     6.5-7.5
Crude Fiber:            < 2%

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INGREDIENT DECLARATION
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Yellow Cornmeal (Non-GMO)              - 78%
Enriched Wheat Flour                   - 10%
Sea Salt                               - 4.2%
Lemon Powder (Citrus limon)            - 3.5%
Garlic Powder                          - 2.1%
White Pepper                           - 1.2%
Sodium Bicarbonate (Leavening)         - 0.8%
Citric Acid                            - 0.2%

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ALLERGEN INFORMATION
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CONTAINS: Wheat, Corn
GLUTEN-FREE VARIANT: Available (wheat-free formulation)
PROCESSED IN FACILITY HANDLING: Eggs, Milk, Soy, Tree Nuts, Sesame

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Temperature: 320-350°F (160-177°C)
2. Oil Type: Canola or vegetable oil (avoid olive oil)
3. Coating Method: Dry coating recommended for extra crispness
4. Recommended Ratio: 1 part coating to 2-3 parts protein
5. Expected Yield: 1 kg coating covers approximately 10-12 kg fish fillets
6. Best For: Cod, Flounder, Tilapia, Bass, Haddock

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SHELF LIFE & STORAGE
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Storage Conditions:     Cool, dry environment (68-72°F, <50% RH)
Unopened Shelf Life:   15 months from date of manufacture
Opened Product:        Use within 30 days of opening
Package Size:          20 kg bags, 25 kg bags

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CERTIFICATIONS
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✓ SQF Level 3 Certified
✓ Non-GMO Project Verified (corn)
✓ HACCP Plan in Place
✓ FDA Compliant
✓ Kosher Certified

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PERFORMANCE DATA
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Crispness Rating:       9/10
Color Development:      8/10 (Golden yellow)
Oil Absorption:         Low (excellent for health-conscious use)
Texture Retention:      Excellent (stays crispy for 4+ hours)

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CONTACT
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For technical support or to place an order:
Phone: +27 84 701 1973
Email: info@exclusivefoods.co.za
Website: www.exclusivefoods.co.za

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