Industry-Leading Low-Temperature Dehydration for Premium Egyptian Herbs & Spices
At Egypt Herbs, our industrial dehydration process is the critical step that locks in the vibrant color, natural aroma, and maximum potency of our Egyptian herbs and spices. We utilize a controlled, low-temperature system that meets the strictest international food safety and quality standards, ensuring your bulk order maintains its integrity from our facility to your production line.
Controlled-Temperature Drying
Unlike sun-drying or rapid-heat methods that can damage volatile oils and degrade color, our industrial dehydrators provide a precise, continuous drying environment. This science-backed approach is key to preserving the therapeutic and sensory qualities of every herb and spice we process.
1. Precision Temperature Control
We strictly pre-heat and maintain our dehydrators within the optimal range of 90°F to 115°F (32C to 46 C. This low-temperature setting is carefully chosen to minimize the loss of essential oils (which carry flavor and aroma) while efficiently drawing out moisture. This preserves the product's natural profile better than high-heat methods.
2. Controlled Airflow and Humidity
Our systems manage both the intake and exhaust of air to ensure a uniform drying rate across all trays. This prevents uneven drying, which can lead to mold or, conversely, over-baking of some batches. The result is a consistently low moisture content (typically <8% across the entire shipment, ready for stable, long-term storage.
3. Protecting Product Integrity
We place fresh herbs and spices in a single, thin layer on our dehydrator trays. This careful placement ensures maximum air exposure and prevents clumping, eliminating the need for aggressive post-drying handling that could break or powder the leaves and spices.
Food Safety and Quality Assurance in Dehydration
Our dehydration facility operates under strict global food safety standards. We treat the reduction of moisture not only as a preservation technique but as an integral Critical Control Point (CCP) in our HACCP plan. Every step is monitored, documented, and traceable to ensure the absolute safety and purity of your bulk herbs.
Pre-Drying Wash & Inspection
All raw materials undergo rigorous washing and inspection before entering the dehydrator to remove foreign material and minimize microbial load.
Post-Drying Moisture Analysis
We use certified moisture meters to test every batch, ensuring the final moisture content is reliably below 8% for maximum shelf stability and quality.
Microbiological Integrity
Our process minimizes the risk of rehydration or contamination, preparing the product for final steps like sterilization (e.g., steam treatment) if required by the client.
Traceability
Every dehydrated batch is assigned a unique lot number, allowing for end-to-end traceability from the field to the final packaged product.