What Is Dehydrated Ginger Slices/Dices/Powder? Applications, Dosage, Alternatives & Specifications
Last updated: 2026-11-14 · CAS 84696-15-1 · Food Grade
- Quick facts
- Name
- Dehydrated Ginger Slices/Dices/Powder
- CAS number
- 84696-15-1
- Grade
- Food Grade
- Certifications
- ISO 9001 · ISO 22000 · HACCP · FAMI-QS · Kosher · Halal · GMP · SGS
- Application areas
- 6
- Documentation
- COA · TDS · SDS
Overview
Dehydrated Ginger is a processed product made from the fresh rhizomes of Zingiber officinale Roscoe (Zingiberaceae family) through cleaning, slicing, blanching, and dehydration processes such as hot air drying or vacuum freeze drying. The main forms include Dehydrated Ginger Slices and Dehydrated Ginger Powder. Dehydrated ginger has a moisture content reduced to 11%–13% and a water activity reduced to below 0.7, effectively inhibiting microbial growth and enabling long-term preservation. In China, dehydrated ginger is produced using advanced steam or hot air drying technology without any added preservatives or artificial colors, retaining the natural pungent flavor and health attributes of fresh ginger. Products are mainly exported to Japan, Europe, and the United States. Dehydrated ginger is a typical "Medicinal and Edible" substance, possessing dual attributes as both a seasoning and a functional food ingredient. Against the backdrop of the deepening "Medicinal and Edible" concept, ginger is gradually transforming from a single agricultural product into a composite raw material with both food and functional attributes, a transformation that serves as an important foundation for the continued expansion of its downstream applications.
Dehydrated ginger retains and concentrates various active components and functional properties of fresh ginger. Its core active components include gingerols (primarily 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol, and 10-gingerol), shogaols, and volatile oils (zingiberene, zingiberol, etc.). In terms of nutritional value, dehydrated ginger is rich in curcumin, vitamin C, zinc, potassium, and other trace elements. Key Functional Characteristics:
Antioxidant Activity: Gingerols and curcuminoids in ginger possess potent free radical scavenging capabilities. Dehydrated organic ginger is rich in curcumin, vitamin C, zinc, potassium, and other trace elements, contributing to antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive health benefits.
Applications
Seasonings and Compound Seasonings
Dehydrated ginger slices are ideal for long-cooked dishes (soups, porridges, braised dishes), rehydrating quickly. Ginger powder is widely used in…
Functional Foods and Health Products
With the deepening of the "Medicinal and Edible" concept, the application of dehydrated ginger in functional foods and health products is growing…
Convenience and Processed Foods
Instant noodle seasoning packets
Pharmaceutical Industry
Dehydrated ginger serves as a raw material for traditional Chinese medicine preparations. It is used in Chinese patent medicines and decoction…
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Anti-hair loss/Scalp care products: Gingerol promotes local blood circulation.
Veterinary Medicine and Feed Additives
Dehydrated ginger is used in livestock and poultry feed as a natural additive to promote digestion, enhance immunity, and reduce diarrhea incidence…
Specification
| Specification/Content | Main Characteristics | Typical Applications | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dehydrated Ginger Slices (Regular Grade) | ~0.5 cm thick, hot air dried | Uniform thin slices, light yellow to yellow-brown | Home cooking, food service, soups, braised dishes |
| Dehydrated Ginger Powder (Regular Grade) | 40–120 mesh | Yellow to yellow-brown powder, strong ginger flavor | Seasoning, meat processing, compound seasonings |
| Export Grade | Customizable | No pests/mildew, compliant with import country standards | Exports to Japan, EU, US, Southeast Asia |
| Organic Grade (USDA/EU/JAS) | Customizable | Organic cultivation, traceable, no residues | Premium supplements, organic foods |
| Food Industrial Grade | Slices/granules/powder | Uniform, high batch-to-batch consistency | Instant noodle seasoning, compound seasonings |
| Health Product Grade High-Purity Powder | Standardized gingerols/6-gingerol | High purity, guaranteed actives, low microbes | Health foods, ginger tea, ginger candy |
| Cosmetic Grade | Extract or high-purity powder | High purity, low microbes, no pesticide residues | Anti-aging serums, anti-hair loss shampoos |
| 3.3 Typical Physicochemical Specifications | Parameter | Specification Range | Test Method |
| Standard | |||
| Appearance (Slices) | Uniform thin slices, light yellow to yellow-brown | Visual | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Appearance (Powder) | Yellow to yellow-brown powder, no visible impurities | Visual | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Odor/Taste | Characteristic pungent ginger odor/taste, no off-odor | Sensory | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Moisture (Slices) | 11%–13% | Gravimetric | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Moisture (Powder) | ≤12% | Gravimetric | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Total Ash (dry basis, Slices) | ≤8.0% | Ignition | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Total Ash (dry basis, Powder) | ≤10.0% | Ignition | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Acid-Insoluble Ash | ≤1.5% | Acid treatment + ignition | NY/T 1073–2006 |
| Sulfur Dioxide Residue | ≤100 mg/kg | Spectrophotometry | GB 2760 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1.0 mg/kg | ICP-MS/AAS | GB 2762 |
| Total Arsenic (As) | ≤0.5 mg/kg | ICP-MS/AAS | GB 2762 |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.2 mg/kg | ICP-MS/AAS | GB 2762 |
| Total Plate Count | ≤10000 CFU/g | Plate count | GB 4789.2 |
| Coliforms | ≤30 MPN/100g | MPN | GB 4789.3 |
| Salmonella (25g) | Not detected | Culture | GB 4789.4 |
| Packaging | 20 kg/carton or customizable | ||
| Shelf Life | 12–24 months (sealed, cool, dry) | ||
| 3.4 Export Compliance Highlights |
Packaging & Storage
- Packing: 25kg net fiber drum with double PE liner.
- Sample: 100-500g free sample available.
- Storage: Keep in tightly closed packaging, cool, dry, well-ventilated. Protect from light and moisture.
- Shelf Life: 24 months from production date.
Quality & Certifications
Every batch tested by in-house QC lab. COA, TDS, SDS provided with each shipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
EU
Complies with EU regulations and FAMI-QS standards.
USA
Meets FDA and AAFCO requirements.
China
Registered under Chinese MOA regulations.
International
Kosher, Halal, ISO certified. FTA forms available.
Safety & Handling
- Hazard Class: Generally non-hazardous. Refer to SDS for details.
- Storage: Room temperature, dry, sealed. Avoid strong oxidizers.
- Transport: Non-dangerous goods. Standard sea/air freight.
- SDS: Available on request at sales@xadditive.cn.
Frequently asked questions
MOQ?
MOQ is 1kg for trial, 25kg for regular orders. Free samples available.
Shelf life?
24 months from production date when stored properly.
Certifications?
ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, FAMI-QS, Kosher, Halal, COA, SDS, TDS.
How to get quote?
Email sales@xadditive.cn with your requirement. Reply within 30 minutes.
Request a quote & COA
Ask for the current specification sheet, a COA sample and a bulk quotation — reply within 30 minutes on working days.