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Cocoa Powder

Property Specification
Appearance Fine, dark brown to reddish-brown powder
Moisture Content 5-8%
Texture Fine, powdery
Odor Rich, chocolatey, slightly bitter
Taste Bitter, slightly astringent, chocolaty
Color Dark brown to reddish-brown
Particle Size Typically 90-100% passing through 200 mesh sieve
Bulk Density 0.3 – 0.6 g/cm³
Ash Content 10-12% (depending on processing)
Fat Content 10-24% (depending on type: regular or low-fat)
Caffeine Content 0.1-0.3%
pH 5.0 – 6.0
Shelf Life 12-24 months (if stored properly)
Storage Condition Cool, dry, airtight container