- Whole: Min. 95% whole fruits
- Granules: Do mieszanek
- Powder: With or without pit
- Breakfast and Cereals: Musli i owsianki
- Beverages and Teas: Herbaty owocowe
- Chocolate and Confectionery: Chocolate decoration, truffles (powder), macarons
- Dairy, Ice Cream and Desserts: Filling for yogurts, raspberry desserts
- Bars and Snacks: Malina w czekoladzie
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 Raspberry 100% |
| Available Fractions | Whole fruit, Granules, Powder, Dust (Fine powder) |
| Consistency | Whole fruit – hard, dry; Powder – free-flowing |
| Color | Red to dark red |
| Taste and Aroma | Sour, distinctive, characteristic of raspberry |
| Moisture | < 5% |
| Country of Origin | Poland and others |
| Certification | HACCP, BRC |
Food Industry Applications
Yoghurt, Dairy and Frozen Desserts
Freeze-dried raspberry crumbles and powder are the gold standard for natural fruit inclusions in yoghurt swirls, premium ice cream, and frozen dessert toppings. The freeze-drying process preserves the intense ruby red colour and characteristic tart-sweet flavour, eliminating the bleeding and texture degradation that fresh or IQF raspberries cause in dairy matrices. Dairy manufacturers typically use 3-8% raspberry powder for visible fruit-coloured swirls and 1-3% crumble inclusion rate for textural contrast in premium yoghurt SKUs.
Bakery and Confectionery
Bakery and confectionery brands use freeze-dried raspberry pieces in muffins, cupcake fillings, granola bars, premium muesli, and protein snack bars. In chocolate confectionery, freeze-dried raspberry crumbles deliver authentic fruit flavour and ruby colour without moisture migration risks that compromise tempered chocolate shelf life. The fine raspberry powder is widely used as natural pink colouring in macarons, frostings, and seasonal limited-edition lines, replacing artificial colours for clean-label positioning.
Beverages and Smoothie Mixes
Beverage manufacturers incorporate freeze-dried raspberry powder into instant smoothie mixes, protein shake formulations, ready-to-drink (RTD) waters, and premium tea blends. The powder reconstitutes in cold liquids without graininess, delivering full raspberry colour and aroma. Functional beverage brands leverage raspberry’s natural anthocyanin content (preserved through freeze-drying) for antioxidant positioning and clean-label claims targeting the health-conscious consumer segment.
Quality and Sourcing
SALESWAVE sources raspberries from certified growers across Poland, Serbia, and Ukraine — the leading European raspberry-producing regions. Fruits are harvested at peak ripeness (typically July-August) and freeze-dried within 24 hours to preserve anthocyanin content, natural colour, and characteristic tart-sweet flavour profile. Our supply chain holds BRCGS Food Safety Grade AA and IFS Food Higher Level certifications, with EU organic certification (2018/848) available for organic raspberry product lines. Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering moisture, microbiology, heavy metals, pesticide residue screening, and anthocyanin content quantification on request.
Ordering and Samples
Standard MOQ is 2 kg per SKU, supporting small-batch trials and product development, available as whole fruits, halves, 4-10 mm crumbles, and fine powder (mesh #60-100). Due to raspberry’s mechanical delicacy, we recommend whole and half formats for visual hero applications and crumble/powder for inclusion in mixed product matrices. Mixed pallets are accepted, allowing manufacturers to combine raspberry with other freeze-dried fruits (strawberry, blueberry, blackberry) for product development and seasonal launches. Packaging options include 10-20 kg foil-lined cartons depending on product format, with powder formats in 10 kg foil-lined cartons. Whole raspberries are packed in 3 × 1 kg foil-lined cartons due to the fruit’s mechanical delicacy. 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; pre-production quantities for trial runs are available at cost. EU and UK delivery available with DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What forms of freeze-dried raspberry are available?
Freeze-dried raspberry is available as whole fruits (with preserved cone shape), halves, 4-10 mm crumbles, and fine powder (mesh #60-100). Custom particle sizes and bespoke fruit blends can be produced for production runs from 500 kg.
Does freeze-dried raspberry retain its anthocyanin content?
Yes. Freeze-drying preserves anthocyanin concentrations significantly better than spray-drying or hot-air dehydration, which degrade these heat-sensitive compounds. Anthocyanin content quantification is available on request, particularly relevant for beverage and functional food manufacturers making antioxidant claims on pack.
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 are available at cost.
Why food manufacturers choose our freeze-dried raspberry
Freeze-dried raspberry delivers an intense ruby colour and a sharp, fruity acidity that survives processing far better than IQF or air-dried fruit. The delicate structure is preserved by sublimation, so whole berries stay recognisable and powder disperses cleanly without clumping.
Industry applications
Raspberry is a premium inclusion for dark and milk chocolate, where its acidity balances sweetness in tablets and bonbons. Seedless raspberry powder fully disperses in a 4°C dairy base within 30 seconds, making it a favourite for two chamber yoghurts, mousses and ice cream ripples. In bakery and cereal lines, grits add bursts of colour to granola, cookies and breakfast biscuits. Raspberry powder also colours and flavours functional drinks and fruit tea blends naturally.
Available formats
Whole berries, grits, and powder (with or without seeds). MOQ 2 kg per SKU, 4 kg for mixed orders.
FAQ
Yes. Seedless powder is available for applications where seeds are undesirable, such as smooth yoghurts, mousses and beverages.
Seedless raspberry powder fully disperses in a 4°C dairy base within about 30 seconds of mixing.
Yes. The ruby colour comes from the fruit itself. No added colourings or preservatives, fully clean label.