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37
Advanced FD Lines
62,718 m²
Cleanroom Facility
≤ 3.0%
Ultra-Low Target Moisture
100%
Halal & BRCGS Assured
Core Ingredients Portfolio
Industrial-Grade Freeze-Dried Products Supporting GCC Portfolios
Precision-lyophilized ingredients designed to withstand Arabian Gulf shipping temperatures while ensuring rapid rehydration, clean-label compliance, and distinct textural crispness.
Herbal Base
OEM Formula
100% Pure
Nutritional
Spray Dried
High Chlorophyll
Snack & Bulk
Technical Monograph
Sublimation Kinetics & Cellular Integrity in Freeze-Dried Green Peas
Unlike standard hot-air or belt dehydration systems that employ thermal air flows exceeding 70°C—inevitably causing carbohydrate caramelization, cellular wall collapse, and severe skin shriveling—our 37 freeze-drying lines leverage low-temperature deep vacuum sublimation. Fresh green peas (Pisum sativum) are flash-frozen at temperatures below -38°C within two hours of harvesting to lock internal moisture within crystalline eutectic configurations.
During the primary sublimation phase, pressure within our 8,000 m² vacuum chamber capacity is lowered to under 20 Pascals. Heat is introduced through delicate radiant thermal fluid plates, ensuring that moisture bypasses the destructive liquid state entirely, transitioning directly from solid ice to vapor. This critical phase retains native chlorophyll complexes, yielding bright green visual metrics without artificial colorants like Tartrazine, while preserving enzymatic proteins and fiber lattice architecture.
For industrial buyers in the Dammam metropolitan district and surrounding Eastern Province manufacturing hubs, this physical property prevents pea skin rupture during secondary processing, ensuring immediate rehydration within 3 minutes in water, instant cup noodles, or canned meal preparations.
Physicochemical & Microbiological Baseline
| Test Parameter | FD Grade Standard | Verification Instrument |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture Content | ≤ 3.0% - 4.5% | Halogen Moisture Analyzer |
| Rehydration Ratio | 1 : 4.5 – 5.2 | Gravimetric Water Immersion (25°C) |
| Chlorophyll Retention | ≥ 92.4% | Spectrophotometric Assay |
| Total Plate Count | < 10,000 CFU/g | In-House Bio-Incubator Array |
| Coliforms & E. coli | Negative / 25g | Automated Microplate Reader |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, As) | < 0.1 mg/kg | Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer |
Regional Market Alignment
Localized Application Scenarios Across Dammam & Eastern Saudi Arabia
Strategically positioned near King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam's food logistics infrastructure requires stable, long-shelf-life culinary ingredients resilient to arid regional storage realities.
Institutional Catering & Aramco Supply Chains
Industrial catering operations serving the industrial cities of Dammam, Jubail, and Ras Tanura require lightweight, clean-label ingredients. Our freeze-dried green peas withstand transit in ambient dry vans across high-temperature desert corridors without nutrient degradation or bacterial proliferation, reconstituting directly into signature Saudi rice preparations, Kabsa bases, and vegetable stews.
Instant Soup, Noodle, & Retort Packagers
Manufacturing facilities in Dammam's 2nd Industrial City compounding ready-to-eat cup noodles, lentil-pea blends, and bouillon cubes integrate our vacuum-freeze-dried whole peas. Due to micro-porous internal structures, the peas absorb broth instantaneously upon hot water injection, eliminating the tough, cardboard mouthfeel typical of standard dehydrated legumes.
Crunchy Savory Snack Lines & Trail Mixes
A booming consumer shift toward healthy snacking across Khobar and Dammam supermarkets has heightened demand for vacuum-freeze-dried legumes coated with Middle Eastern spices such as za'atar, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Retaining complete globular shape with an airy, crunch-dense texture, our peas provide non-fried healthy alternatives compliant with SFDA front-of-pack guidelines.
Strategic Horizon
Market Trends Shaping Freeze-Dried Procurement in the Eastern Province
How macroeconomic policies, food security directives, and changing consumer palates drive freeze-dried demand throughout the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Saudi Vision 2030 Food Security Directives
Under the Kingdom’s National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP), Dammam functions as an import and processing hub for strategic emergency food reserves. Freeze-dried vegetables boast a certified shelf life of 18 to 24 months without cold-chain storage dependence, mitigating cold-storage electricity expenses during extreme summer temperatures.
The Shift Toward Clean-Label Ingredients
Modern Gulf consumers increasingly scrutinize ingredient statements. Our FD green peas require zero added sulfur dioxide, nitrites, or stabilizing chemicals to maintain their bright green color. The process meets strict SFDA standards, providing brand owners with transparent packaging labeling that builds consumer trust.
Logistics Consolidation via King Abdulaziz Port
Handling bulk dry ingredients through Dammam's primary maritime gateway presents significant weight-saving economic efficiencies. Removing 95% of water weight dramatically reduces ocean freight container footprints, dampening container spot-rate inflation and lowering local warehouse handling costs.
Factory Strength
Why Dammam Importers Choose Fynergy Foods
Verified production capabilities, global auditing compliance, and advanced analytical testing systems provide supply chain certainty.
Stringent Certifications & SFDA Alignment
Our quality management infrastructure operates under BRCGS, HACCP, and ISO 22000 certifications, audited onsite by TÜV Rheinland. We handle customized Halal documentation for smooth customs clearance through Dammam Sea Port (KAP) and King Fahd International Airport.
Dedicated Laboratory Analytics
Our internal analytical laboratory uses high-performance liquid chromatography, atomic absorption spectrophotometers, and automated Kjeldahl apparatus. Every shipment provides complete Certificate of Analysis (COA) documentation covering pesticide residues, microbial counts, and heavy metals.
Full OEM / ODM Packaging Flexibility
Whether you require bulk double-polyethylene lined 10 kg cartons for industrial seasoning or retail-ready stand-up foil pouches with nitrogen flushing, our automated high-speed packaging lines protect low-moisture goods against Gulf humidity.
Procurement Knowledge Base
Frequently Asked Questions for Dammam Food Buyers
Direct technical and operational answers covering logistics, testing, shelf life, and regional compliance.
What is the shelf life stability of freeze-dried green peas in Dammam's humid climate?
Our freeze-dried green peas typically achieve a shelf life of 18 to 24 months from the production date. To withstand Dammam's coastal summer humidity and temperature variations, our bulk products are packed in heavy-duty food-grade polyethylene inner liners heat-sealed inside multi-wall corrugated master cartons. For private label retail, we recommend aluminum foil laminated barrier pouches (PET/AL/PE) with optional nitrogen flushing to maintain a residual moisture level below 3% throughout distribution.
How do you handle SFDA compliance and customs clearance documentation?
We maintain full export compliance systems aligned with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA). For shipments heading to King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, our export documentation includes bilingual Arabic-English Certificates of Analysis (COA), Halal certification, Health Certificates issued by certified authorities, Certificates of Origin, and packing lists with compliant Arabic labeling (product designation, net weight, production and expiry dates, country of origin, and storage instructions).
What are the minimum order quantities (MOQ) for bulk industrial vs. OEM retail packaging?
For bulk ingredients packed in industrial master cartons (typically 10 kg net weight), standard MOQ begins at 200 kg to 500 kg, supporting trial formulation tests and pilot runs. For custom private label OEM services—which include branded pouch printing, custom dimensions, and retail shelf-ready cartons—the standard MOQ is typically 10,000 to 30,000 retail pouches, depending on the film barrier material and packaging profile selected.
How does the rehydration rate of freeze-dried green peas compare to air-dehydrated peas in ready meals?
Freeze-dried green peas rehydrate in hot water within 2 to 3 minutes, or in ambient-temperature water in 8 to 10 minutes. Because water is removed via ice sublimation, the cellular pore network remains intact without tissue collapse. By contrast, conventional hot-air dehydrated peas usually require 15 to 25 minutes of boiling and often retain a shriveled appearance and tough texture.
Can you supply customized particle sizes, seasonings, or pea powders for beverage and savory applications?
Yes. In addition to standard whole peas (graded by millimeter diameter), our processing capabilities include coarse kibbles, diced fractions, and superfine green pea powder (ranging from 60 to 120 mesh). We also offer dry seasoning tumbling for snack applications, applying regionally requested flavor profiles prior to final moisture barrier packaging.
What is the standard production and shipping lead time to King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam?
Standard manufacturing lead times range from 15 to 25 working days depending on order size and packaging specifications. Transit times from Xiamen or Fuzhou ports to King Abdulaziz Port (Dammam) typically span 18 to 24 sea freight days. Expedited air cargo solutions via King Fahd International Airport (DMM) are also available for urgent samples and pilot-run batches.
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Consult with our food technologists to request trial samples, receive comprehensive specifications, and review tailored pricing for the Dammam and broader GCC markets.
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