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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SHEET
Exclusive Foods - Heritage Fried Chicken Coating
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PRODUCT NAME: Heritage Fried Chicken
VERSION: 1.2
EFFECTIVE DATE: 2024-01-15
MANUFACTURER: Exclusive Foods, Durban, KZN

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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A traditional flour-based breading formulation with a balanced seasoning profile
of black pepper and sea salt. Designed for optimal crispiness and golden-brown
color when deep-fried at standard commercial temperatures.

KEY FEATURES:
- Traditional Southern-style flavor profile
- 12-14 minute golden crust development
- Consistent adherence to proteins
- Kosher certified

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Appearance:              Light tan, uniform powder
Odor:                   Savory, with black pepper notes
Taste:                  Balanced salt and pepper, no off-flavors
Particle Size:          Primarily 200-500 microns
Bulk Density:           450-500 kg/m³
Moisture:               < 2.5% (as-is basis)
pH:                     6.2-7.2

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INGREDIENT DECLARATION
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Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate,
Riboflavin, Folic Acid)           - 87%
Sea Salt                           - 4.5%
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)        - 3.2%
Garlic Powder                      - 2.1%
Onion Powder                       - 1.8%
Paprika Extract (for color)        - 0.8%
Anticaking Agent (Silicon Dioxide) - 0.6%

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ALLERGEN INFORMATION
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CONTAINS: Wheat
PROCESSED IN FACILITY HANDLING: Eggs, Milk, Soy, Tree Nuts, Sesame

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Temperature: 325-350°F (163-177°C)
2. Oil Type: High-oleic or vegetable oil
3. Coating Method: Standard wet-to-dry coating process
4. Recommended Ratio: 1 part coating to 2-3 parts protein
5. Expected Yield: 1 kg coating covers approximately 8-10 kg raw chicken

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SHELF LIFE & STORAGE
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Storage Conditions:     Cool, dry environment (68-72°F, <55% RH)
Unopened Shelf Life:   18 months from date of manufacture
Opened Product:        Use within 30 days of opening
Package Size:          25 kg bags

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CERTIFICATIONS
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✓ SQF Level 3 Certified
✓ Kosher Certified
✓ Non-GMO Project Verified
✓ HACCP Plan in Place
✓ FDA Compliant

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CONTACT
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For technical support or to place an order:
Phone: +27 84 701 1973
Email: info@exclusivefoods.co.za
Website: www.exclusivefoods.co.za

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