- Rurki: Premium
- Powder: Flavor
- Ready-made Dishes: Cream soups, toppings
- Dairy, Ice Cream and Desserts: Cottage cheese (farmer cheese), scrambled eggs
100% Natural
No additives or preservatives.
Moisture <6%
Guaranteed crunchiness and stability.
Certified Quality
BRC, IFS, ISO, KOSHER
| Parameter | Technical Specification |
| Raw Material Composition | Freeze-dried Chives 100% |
| Available Fractions | Tube/Ring (0-6mm), Powder (0-1mm) |
| Consistency | Free-flowing, slight lumping acceptable |
| Color | Non-uniform, from light green to dark green with a greyish tint |
| Taste and Aroma | Characteristic of freeze-dried chives |
| Moisture | < 6% |
| Country of Origin | Poland and others |
| Certification | HACCP, BRC |
Food Industry Applications
Dry Soup Mixes and Instant Noodles
Freeze-dried chive rings (2-4 mm) are the preferred herb format for premium dry soup mixes, instant noodle seasonings, and dehydrated meal kits. The freeze-drying process retains the bright green colour and characteristic onion-sulphur aroma that spray-dried alternatives lose during processing — visually distinguishing premium product lines on shelf. Rings rehydrate within 30 seconds in hot water without losing shape, delivering authentic fresh-chive sensory cues in finished products. Standard inclusion rate is 0.5-2% by dry weight in soup blends and seasoning sachets.
Cream Cheese, Dairy Seasonings and Spreads
Cream cheese and dairy spread manufacturers use freeze-dried chive rings as a clean-label alternative to fresh chives, which introduce moisture migration and food safety risks in dairy matrices. The low water activity (Aw < 0.4) of freeze-dried chives prevents microbial growth while delivering visible green flecks and authentic herb flavour. Typical inclusion rate is 1-3% by product weight for premium “garden herbs” cream cheese SKUs and chive-and-onion dip lines.
Potato Products and Snack Seasonings
Potato crisp manufacturers, instant mashed potato producers, and savoury snack brands use freeze-dried chive powder (mesh #60-80) as the green-herb component in “sour cream & chive” flavour systems, “garden herbs” seasonings, and premium kettle-cooked crisp varieties. The freeze-dried powder adheres evenly to oil-coated crisps without clumping, and reconstitutes flavourful and aromatic when consumers prepare instant mashed potato. The bright green colour signals “fresh” on pack and through pack window designs.
Quality and Sourcing
SALESWAVE sources chives from certified growers in Poland and the Netherlands, harvested at peak maturity before flowering to maximise onion-sulphur aroma compound concentration. Chives are washed, cut to specification length (2-4 mm rings), and freeze-dried within 24 hours of harvest to lock in colour and flavour volatiles. Our supply chain holds BRCGS Food Safety Grade AA and IFS Food Higher Level certifications. Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering moisture content, microbiological results (including coliforms and yeast/mould), heavy metals, pesticide residue screening, and allergen declarations. EU organic certification (2018/848) is available for organic seasoning and dairy product lines.
Ordering and Samples
Standard MOQ is 2 kg per SKU, supporting small-batch trials and product development, available as 2-4 mm rings (standard for soup mixes and dairy applications) and fine powder (mesh #60-80, for snack seasonings and dry blends). Mixed pallets are accepted, allowing manufacturers to combine chives with other freeze-dried herbs (parsley, dill, basil) for trial runs and product development. Packaging is 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 volumes for formulation trials are available at cost. EU and UK delivery available with DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What forms of freeze-dried chives are available?
Freeze-dried chives are available as 2-4 mm rings (the standard format for soup mixes, dairy applications, and ready meals) and as fine powder (mesh #60-80, for snack seasonings, dry mixes, and crisp flavouring). Custom ring lengths and bespoke herb blends 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 chives with other freeze-dried herbs (parsley, dill, basil) and ingredients in a single shipment — particularly useful for new product development, trial runs, and seasoning house formulations.
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 for formulation trials and seasoning panel work are available at cost.