Glossary · Raw material & format
Crumble / fines
Small fragments and powder produced when freeze-dried fruit breaks during processing, screening, or transport. Some breakage is normal; tolerance is defined by buyer spec.
Articles that use this term
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- Industry Insights What Changes When a Freeze-Dried Fruit Program Crosses Into a New Crop Year Jul 20, 2026 · 7 min read
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- Technology How Vacuum Break and Backfill Gas Choice Affect Freeze-Dried Fruit at Unloading Jul 14, 2026 · 7 min read
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