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1. What
is Blend T6?
A
processing aid based on
a proprietary
polysaccharide
complex that maintains
quality of fresh cut
vegetables. All
components of Blend T6
are classified by FDA as
a G.R.A.S., (Generally
Regarded As Safe). For
more information on
G.R.A.S. please visit
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/grasguid.html.
The T6 is used for
processed cut vegetables
to prevent white
blushing, to maintain
product color and to
reduce bacterial growth.
Preparation and Mixing
instructions:
1. To prepare the
mix, you will need a
water container, a scale
and a paddle for
stirring water.
2. If necessary,
pre-weigh the WCA T6
using the table below.
3. Based on the size of
your container,
pre-measure the water
using the table below.
***Note: Water
temperature should be
from 36*F to 50*F to
achieve best results.
4. To achieve the best
results slowly add WCA
T6 directly to the
water while vigorously
stirring.
5. Once the mixture
resembles the
consistency of a very
light malt/milkshake
continue to vigorously
mix for 2 to 5 more
minutes to make sure no
powder residue is left
at the bottom of the
container.
6. Dipped sample into
the WCA T6 mixed for 1
minute, then spun dried,
vacuum packed, and keep
under refrigeration.
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Extender Usage
for Vegetables |
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Extender
Grams/Liter |
7.00 |
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Extender Make up
Calculation
Table |
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Water Tank Size
in Gallons
(approximate) |
Water Required
(in LBS) |
Antioxidant (T6)
Required
(in LBS) |
Pounds to be
Treated |
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1 |
8 |
0.06 |
20 |
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5 |
42 |
0.30 |
100 |
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10 |
83 |
0.60 |
200 |
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15 |
125 |
0.90 |
300 |
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32 |
267 |
1.91 |
600 |
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50 |
417 |
2.99 |
1000 |
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80 |
668 |
4.78 |
1600 |
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100 |
835 |
5.97 |
2000 |
2. Blend T6 is used
on:
3. What are the
benefits of Blend T6?
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Prevent white blush
in processed
carrots.
All components of Blend
T6 are classified as G.R.A.S.,(Generally
Regarded As Safe) by the
FDA.
Maximize freshness,
quality, and shelf-life
by using our process.
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