Muskmelon is a tropical fruit cultivated in subtropical, tropical, and temperate regions. It is native to tropical Africa and grown in various areas. China is the world’s largest muskmelon producer, followed by Turkey and India. Considering its health benefits and applications as a value-added product, frozen muskmelon is widely used in the food industry.
Like mango puree, IQF muskmelon dice is a seasonal product from February to May. There are two types of muskmelons, the Cantaloupe (orange) and the Honeydew (green). In amalgamation with the production team, our quality team ensures we offer a superior product that caters to international and domestic markets.
Specifications
Manufacturing Process
Usage
Health Benefits
Seasons
Specifications
IQF muskmelon balls/dice specifications
Parameter Group
Range Value
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL
Refractometric Brix
>6 at 20 degrees Celsius
Acidity As % Anhydrous Citric Acid
0.20 – 0.40
pH As Natural
5.0 – 7.0
Consistency
Solid
Frozen muskmelon dice specification
Free Flowing frozen muskmelon dice of Size (10×10)mm. The Chunks are made from fresh/frozen slices of semi-ripe fruit vertically cut. Since the slices are oblong, not all Chunks will be uniform in shape/size. However, up to 85-90%will have two sides of the required size, and 10-15% will be of irregular shape due to the geometry of the Fruit.
Composition
Muskmelon
MICROBIOLOGICAL
Total plate count
< 100000 (CFU/g)
Yeast & Mould Count
< 1000(CFU/g)
Coliforms
< 100 per gram
E. Coli
<10 per gram
ORGANOLEPTIC
Color
Light to Bright orange
Appearance
Typical of ripe Musk Melon without any off flavor
Taste
Characteristics of ripe Musk Melon fruit
Quality description/ process
Frozen muskmelon dice are derived from matured and GMO-freemuskmelon fruits. Slices are hand-made from semi-ripened fruit. Balls/dice are passed through the Blast Freezer at -30 to -40 degrees Celsius, inspected, packed & passed through a metal detector. Overall, the processing is done by maintaining strict hygienic conditions throughout the processing line.
PACKING
IQF muskmelon dice/balls are stored in food-grade PE bags and packed in a corrugated box.
CONTAINER LOADING
UP to 2300 cartons / 23MT can be loaded in a 40 feet container.
STORAGE
Frozen muskmelon balls /chunks should be stored at -18 degree Celsius.
SHELF – LIFE
Best before 24 months from the manufacturing date if stored at 18 degrees Celsius.
Manufacturing Process
IQF muskmelon dice/balls manufacturing process
ABC Fruits supplies premium quality IQF muskmelon chunks/balls/dice. The GMO-free high-quality muskmelons are brought to our factory and sorted depending on the quality of the fruit. The fruits are sorted again on the conveyor belt and washed to remove dust particles. The fruits are peeled manually. Depending on the customer’s requirements, the muskmelon is cut into chunks/dice or scooped into balls. The muskmelon balls are washed and dewatered. The balls/chunks are then passed through the IQF freezer to produce IQF muskmelon dice. The IQF muskmelon dice are subjected to quality control, where the undersized dice are removed. The product is passed through the metal detector and food-grade LDPE bags. The secondary packing is done in a five-ply carton box. Eventually, IQF muskmelon balls are stored in a cold storage room at -18 degrees Celsius.
Usage
Usage of IQF muskmelon dice/balls
Fruit salad, Fruit prep, Fruit blends
Beverages: Muskmelon juice, nectars, fruit drinks, and mocktails.
Culinary application: Desserts, salad, sorbet, puddings, and fruit juice.
Confectionery: Candies, sweets, and jellies.
Other foods: Jams, spreads, and squash.
Dairy: Ice cream, flavoured yogurts, and milkshakes.
Health Benefits
Health benefits of muskmelon papaya dice/balls
Frozen muskmelon dice is not only known for its unique taste, but also for its health benefits and flavour. The frozen muskmelon add a unique flavour to the juices and retain the natural flavour of the real fruit.
The high water content in the muskmelon helps keep your body hydrated and protects against heat.
IQF muskmelon is high in Vitamin C, boosts immunity, and the presence of antioxidants helps in preventing chronic illnesses like heart disease.
Muskmelon’s high Vitamin A and beta-carotene levels can improve your vision and lower your chance of developing cataracts.
Muskmelon is rich in potassium which regulates the blood pressure level. The presence of high fiber and water content may also aid in blood pressure regulation.
Muskmelon’s high water and fiber content are beneficial to your digestive system. Consuming muskmelon might cool your stomach and assist in managing bowel movements.