Origin: Sourced from India, California, Turkey, or other specified regions.
Recommended Use: Ideal for direct consumption, baking, confectionery, and diverse culinary uses.
Appearance: Clean, uniform, with a natural apricot color.
Flavor & Aroma: Characteristic apricot flavor; free from off-odors and fermentation signs.
Available Styles: Whole unpitted, whole pitted, halves, or slabs.
Moisture Content:
Up to 20% without preservatives
Up to 25% with permitted preservatives
Defects: Slabs, damaged, and broken pieces should not exceed 10% by weight.
Additives: No artificial colors or preservatives unless specifically allowed.
Stock Condition: Must be free from live or dead insects.