- Cube: 0-10mm
- Ready-made Dishes: Mushroom sauces, pizza, cream soups
100% Natural
No additives or preservatives.
Moisture <5%
Guaranteed crunchiness and stability.
Certified Quality
BRC, IFS, ISO, KOSHER
| Parameter | Technical Specification |
| Raw Material Composition | Freeze-dried Button Mushroom 100% |
| Available Fractions | Cube 0-10 mm |
| Consistency | Free-flowing, slight lumping that breaks up under finger pressure is acceptable |
| Color | From creamy beige to light brown |
| Taste and Aroma | Characteristic of freeze-dried button mushroom (umami) |
| Moisture | < 6% |
| Country of Origin | Poland and others |
| Certification | HACCP, BRC |
Food Industry Applications
Ready Meals and Instant Soups
Freeze-dried button mushroom cubes rehydrate within 60 seconds when exposed to hot water or broth, making them ideal for instant soups, dehydrated meal kits, and cup-noodle products. The sponge-like cellular structure absorbs surrounding flavours during rehydration, delivering the umami depth of fresh mushroom without the moisture-control challenges of frozen or canned alternatives. Manufacturers typically use 2-4% inclusion rate by dry weight for visible mushroom presence in finished ready meals.
Sauces, Seasonings and Stock Bases
Freeze-dried mushroom powder (milled from the same raw material) is widely used in dry sauce mixes, gravy bases, and savoury seasonings as a natural umami enhancer. With moisture below 5%, the powder integrates cleanly into dry blends without caking, and reconstitutes evenly when the consumer adds water. Brands using button mushroom powder include premium stock cubes, pasta sauce sachets, and clean-label seasoning lines for chefs and home cooks.
Snacks and Functional Foods
Freeze-dried button mushroom cubes are increasingly used in savoury snack mixes, vegan jerky products, and high-protein snack bars targeting the functional food market. Mushrooms contribute natural beta-glucans, B-vitamins, and selenium, supporting nutritional claims for immune-support and gut-health positioning. The light colour and neutral aroma profile makes button mushroom suitable for blends where stronger mushroom varieties (porcini, shiitake) would dominate.
Quality and Sourcing
SALESWAVE sources button mushrooms from certified European cultivators in Poland and the Netherlands, harvested at peak maturity and freeze-dried within 24 hours to lock in colour, texture, and flavour. Our supply chain holds BRCGS Food Safety Grade AA and IFS Food Higher Level certifications. Every batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) covering moisture content, microbiological results, heavy metals, and allergen declarations. Organic-certified variants (EU 2018/848) are available on request for private-label and clean-label product lines.
Ordering and Samples
Our Standard MOQ is 2 kg per SKU, supporting small-batch trials and product development; mixed pallets with other SALESWAVE freeze-dried ingredients are accepted for trial runs and product development. Packaging options include 10-20 kg foil-lined cartons depending on product format, with powder formats in 10 kg foil-lined cartons. 3 free samples of 30 g per SKU on request. Customer covers sample shipping cost, which is refunded against the first production order above 50 kg; larger pre-production quantities are available at cost. EU and UK delivery is available with DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) terms or standard FCA / EXW for buyers managing their own logistics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What forms of freeze-dried button mushroom are available?
Freeze-dried button mushroom is available as 0-10 mm cubes (standard for ready meals and soups) and as fine powder (milled in-house for seasonings and dry mixes). Custom particle sizes and slice formats can be produced for production runs from 500 kg.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 2 kg per SKU, supporting small-batch trials and product development. Mixed pallets are accepted, allowing food manufacturers to combine button mushroom with other freeze-dried ingredients (raspberries, ginger, herbs) in a single shipment — useful for new product development and trial runs.
Can I request samples before placing an order?
Yes. We dispatch 3 free samples of 30 g per SKU on request. Customer covers shipping cost, refunded against the first production order above 50 kg. Every sample shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis, allergen declarations, and full specification sheet. Larger pre-production quantities are available at cost.