Forastero is primarily cultivated in West Africa and is known as bulk cocoa. This cocoa is generally earthy and simple.
Forastero Cocoa Bean
SKU: 364215376135191
RM5,000.00Price
500 Kilograms
Color
Physical Characteristics:
1) Fineness: 99.0 - 99.7% through 200 micron sieve
2) Appearance: Fine, free flowing dark brown powder
3) Flavor: Characteristic cocoa flavour
4) Color: Dark brown to black
Chemical Characteristics:
1) Fat content: 10~12%
2) PH value: 6.2-6.8
3) Moisture: 5% max.
4) Ash: 14% max.
Microbiological Characteristics:
1) Total plate count: 5000cfu/g max.
2) Coliforms: 90MPN/100g max.
3) Yeast count: 50cfu/g max.
4) Mould count: 200cfu/g max.
5) Pathogenic bacteria: Negative