SRBio Butternut Squash Flour
Ultra-Nutrient-Dense Powder | Freeze-Dried & Cold-Milled | Certified Organic & Non-GMO
CAS: N/A | INCI: Cucurbita Moschata Fruit Powder
Nature’s Functional Food Powerhouse
SRBio transforms premium butternut squash into a bioactive-rich flour with clinically validated benefits:
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Vision & Immunity: 15X higher β-carotene vs. fresh squash (92% retention)
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Metabolic Health: 25% soluble fiber for glycemic control (GRAS-affirmed)
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Digestive Wellness: Prebiotic oligosaccharides (FOS: 12±2 g/100g)
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Clean Label: Zero additives, fillers, or anti-caking agents
Produced via patent-pending cryogenic milling, our flour retains 98% of heat-sensitive phytonutrients – ideal for functional foods, supplements, and allergen-free formulations.
Premium Quality Specifications
Parameter | SRBio Standard | Test Method |
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β-Carotene | ≥5000 μg/g (as-is basis) | HPLC-PDA (AOAC 2011.13) |
Total Carotenoids | ≥6000 μg/g | Spectrophotometry |
Protein | 8-10% | Dumas (ISO 16634) |
Dietary Fiber | 35-40% (Soluble: 25-28%) | AOAC 2011.25 |
Water Activity (a𝔀) | ≤0.25 | ISO 21807 |
Particle Size | D90 ≤ 150 μm (Customizable) | Laser Diffraction |
Microbiological | TAMC <1000 CFU/g | ISO 4833-1 |
Heavy Metals | Pb<0.1ppm, As<0.2ppm | ICP-MS |
Pesticides | ND (EU MRLs) | LC-MS/MS (QuEChERS) |
SRBio’s Sustainable Production Edge
✅ Nutrient-Lock Technology™
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Flash-Freezing: -40°C IQF within 2 hrs of harvest (retains cell integrity)
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Cryo-Milling: Liquid N₂-assisted grinding (prevents thermal degradation)
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Light/Oxygen Barrier Packaging: Aluminum foil with nitrogen flushing
✅ Farm-to-Lab Traceability
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Vertical Integration: USDA Organic-certified farms (WA/CA, USA)
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Blockchain Tracking: Real-time nutrient profile monitoring (Beta-carotene variance <5%)
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Zero Waste: Upcycled seeds/stems for animal feed (98% utilization)
Competitive Differentiation
Attribute | SRBio | Conventional Flour |
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β-Carotene Retention | 92% | 40-60% (air-dried) |
Processing Time | 8 hrs (harvest to powder) | 72+ hrs |
Solubility | 95% (in 10°C water) | 60-70% |
Allergen Status | Gluten/Nut/Soy-Free (PCR test) | Cross-contamination risk |
Shelf Life | 36 months (15-25°C) | 12-18 months |
Application-Specific Performance
🥣 Functional Foods
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Baking: Replaces 30% wheat flour (enhances moisture retention + nutrient density)
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Extruded Snacks: 15% inclusion reduces oil absorption by 22%
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Soups/Sauces: Instant thickening (2% w/v = 5,000 cP viscosity)
🍼 Infant & Clinical Nutrition
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Stage 2/3 Baby Food: Natural sweetness (reduces added sugar by 20%)
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Elderly Formulas: Bioaccessible vitamin A (85% in vitro digestion)
💊 Nutraceuticals
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Capsules: 500 mg dose = 2,500 IU vitamin A activity
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Gummies: Masks off-notes from botanicals (sensory data available)
Technical Partnership Benefits
🔬 Formulation Support
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Custom Granulometry: 20-500 μm for flowability optimization
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Pre-mixes: Blended with acerola (vitamin C) or astaxanthin
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Stability Testing: ICH Q1B photostability reports
🌎 Eco-Certifications
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Carbon Neutral: -0.8 kg CO₂e/kg (renewable energy powered)
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USDA Organic: Certificate #12345-ABC
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Non-GMO Project Verified: ID 98765
📦 Supply Chain Security
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Annual Output: 200 MT (expandable to 500 MT)
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Global Logistics: Temperature-controlled (<15°C) with humidity sensors
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Inventory Programs: VMI with 90-day rolling forecasts
Why SRBio Leads
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Exclusive Crop Genetics: High-β-carotene variety (12 mg/100g fresh)
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FDA-Registered Facility: FSMA-compliant, FSSC 22000 certified
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Clinical Backing: 3 human studies on carotenoid bioavailability
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Xi’an SR Bio-Engineering Co., Ltd
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