Our premium Orange Peels are processed from fresh, high-quality oranges to preserve their natural aroma, flavor, and color. Carefully dried and cleaned, these peels are ideal for seasoning blends, confectionery, bakery, tea blends, beverages, and aroma applications. Each batch is produced under strict quality controls, ensuring uniform cuts, consistent moisture levels, and excellent purity. Their strong citrus notes make them a valuable ingredient for food manufacturers and exporters worldwide.
We provide clean, aromatic, and export-grade orange peels processed for stable performance in industrial food applications.
Widely used in baking, confectionery, seasonings, tea blends, beverages, and natural extracts due to their strong aroma and flavor.
Adds fresh citrus notes and aroma.
Enhances blends with natural citrus flavor.
These FAQs help buyers understand product quality, safety, and export handling for industrial sourcing.
DITCO provides various fractions tailored to specific industrial applications. Our standard portfolio includes Orange Peel Strips (6–10mm) for decorative infusions, Quarter Cuts for extraction, Tea Bag Cut (TBC) (1–3mm) for high-speed packing, and Fine Powder (60–80 mesh) for seasoning blends and cosmetic formulations. Each grade is mechanically sifted to ensure a uniform particle size distribution with minimal dust or fine particles.
The quality of dried orange peel is chemically determined by its volatile oil content. Our technical-grade peels typically contain between 1.0% and 2.5% essential oil, of which D-Limonene constitutes over 90%. To preserve these volatile compounds, we utilize low-temperature mechanical dehydration or shade-drying, ensuring the citrus aroma remains potent and stable for further distillation or flavoring processes.
Citrus fruits are frequently treated with post-harvest fungicides and pesticides. To meet the stringent EU Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 and FDA standards, DITCO sources oranges from orchards following Integrated Pest Management (IPM) protocols. We conduct rigorous third-party laboratory testing to ensure that pesticide residues are either non-detectable or significantly below the Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs), providing a safe raw material for food and beverage production.
In the distillery and tea sectors, the surface area is critical for flavor extraction. Orange Peel Ribbons/Strips are preferred by craft gin distillers for slow maceration and visual appeal. Orange Peel Nibs (1–4mm) are the industry standard for botanical tea blends because they allow for rapid flavor release and a uniform mix with other herbs. DITCO ensures that all cuts are “clean-sifted,” meaning the bitter white pith (albedo) is minimized to maintain the sweet, aromatic profile of the zest (flavedo).
Oxidation is the primary enemy of citrus quality. We use a controlled dehydration process that monitors humidity and temperature to prevent the “browning” of the peel. This ensures the finished product retains its vibrant orange hue and high Vitamin C content. By keeping the moisture level below 12%, we prevent microbial growth and enzymatic browning, ensuring the peel provides a fresh, citrusy top note in the final application.
Dried orange peel is highly sensitive to light and heat, which can lead to the evaporation of essential oils and loss of color. We pack our bulk products in multi-wall kraft paper bags with food-grade polyethylene (PE) liners to provide a moisture and oxygen barrier. For an optimal shelf life of 18–24 months, the product must be stored in a cool ($<15$°C), dry, and dark environment. We recommend that B2B buyers keep the original packaging sealed to prevent the absorption of ambient odors.
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