TOMATO POWDER
Nigerian Tomatoes Powder is a dehydrated vegetable product made from ripe, locally-sourced Nigerian tomatoes (typically Solanum lycopersicum varieties). The fresh tomatoes undergo washing, slicing, drying (solar or oven-dried at 60°C), and and milling into fine powder. This process concentrates the natural flavor, color, and nutritional value of fresh tomatoes into a convenient, shelf-stable format ideal for cooking, seasoning, and food manufacturing.
Nutritional Components (Per 100g serving) / % Daily Value
Based on nutritional analysis:
Calories: 302 kcal
% Daily Value: -
Total Fat: 0.4g
% Daily Value: 1%
Saturated Fat: 0.1g
% Daily Value: 0.3%
Cholesterol: 0mg
% Daily Value: 0%
Sodium: 134mg
% Daily Value: 6%
Total Carbohydrates: 75g
% Daily Value: 27%
Dietary Fiber: 17g
% Daily Value: 61%
Sugars: 44g
% Daily Value: -
Protein: 13g
% Daily Value: 26%
Calcium: 166mg
% Daily Value: 13%
Iron: 4.6mg
% Daily Value: 26%
Potassium: 1927mg
% Daily Value: 41%
Phosphorus: 295mg
% Daily Value: 42%
Magnesium: 178mg
% Daily Value: 42%
Zinc: 2mg
% Daily Value: 16%
Copper: 1mg
% Daily Value: 138%
Storage Instructions
Temperature Control: Store between 10°C - 21°C (50°F - 70°F)
Avoid temperatures above 25°C to prevent nutrient degradation
Keep in cool, dry place away from heat sources (ovens, direct sunlight, windows)
Humidity Management: Maintain relative humidity below 60%
Use airtight packaging only
Include desiccants (silica gel packs) in containers for moisture absorption
Target moisture content: <8% (ideal 5-6%)
Light Protection: Store in opaque, light-resistant packaging (amber glass, foil-lined bags, or dark containers)
UV light degrades lycopene and causes color fading
Oxygen Barrier: Use vacuum-sealed packaging or nitrogen-flushed containers
Minimize headspace in packaging
Oxygen absorbers recommended for long-term storage.