ICUMSA 45 REFINED SUGAR

 Formulation C12H22O11 (Sucrose molecule)

Sucrose also known as sugar is a kind of carbohydrates consisting of one glucose and fructose

molecules. This is produced from the plant photosynthesis.

Tests

SUGAR ETHANOL ENERGY

Parameters Analitic Method 45C

Appearance CTC-LA-MT1-022 White uniform solid crystal, free

from foreign matters

Taste CTC-LA-MT1-023 Sweet, caracteristic

Odor CTC-LA-MT1-024 Caracteristic, no off odor

Polarization °Z min. GS 1/2/3/9-1 (2009) 99,8

Color (UI) max. GS 2/3-10 (2007) 45

Ashes (% w/w) max. GS 2/3-17 (2002) 0,04

Sulfite (mg/kg) max GS 2/1/7-33 (2009) 5

Moisture (% w/w) max. GS 2/1/3/9-15 (2007) 0,04

Magnetic particles (mg/kg) max CTC-LA-MT1-004 4

Black points (n°/100g) max. CTC-LA-MT1-002 7

Insoluble matter (level) max CTC-LA-MT1-003 5

Turbidity max GS 2/3-18 (2007) 5

Arsenic (mg/kg) max External analysis 1

Copper (mg/kg) max External analysis 2

Lead (mg/kg) max External analysis 1

Mercury (mg/kg) max External analysis 0,01

Iron (mg/kg) max External analysis 3

Note 1: Internal methods of sugar analysis of Guarani are based on ABNT, Coca-Cola, ICUMSA and ITAL

(Food Technology Institute) references.

Note 2: If the Colifoms 45°C result is “present”, the maximum specified value is found in parentheses.

Note 3: The sugar is according to the microbiological standard established by Resolution RDC 12 of

January 2nd, 2001 from Anvisa, and the limits of heavy metals established by EB 2042 of March 1990

from ABNT, not expressing a hazard to consumer’s health.

Note 4: The product is according to the pesticides limits established by Codex Alimentarius

Commission (Codex Standard for Sugars - Codex Stan 212-1999) for sugar cane.

Shelf-life

Product valid for 24 months, since it is stored in a dry and cool place, far from chemical products or

strange odors, without brusque variations of temperature and relative air humidity of up to 60%.

Packing

a) 50 kg polypropylene bags with inner liner;

b) 25 kg kraft paper bags with inner liner;

c) 1000 kg containers with inner liner.

Storage

a) Keep the product in a fresh and dry place, without contact to chemical or strange odors;

b) Do not store it directly on the ground and keep it away from the walls;

c) Keep it protected;

d) The storage area illumination needs protection;

e) Roofs in good repair and clean, with no leaks evidence;

f) Avoid storage in places exposed to large variations of temperature and humidity;

g) Maximum stacking:

• 50 kg polypropylene bags – maximum 40

• 25 kg kraft paper bags – maximum 20

• 1000 kg containers – maximum 7 (pyramidal piles)

Distribuition

a) Transport and handle it carefully to avoid packing damages.

b) Clean Trucks without cracks or protruding nails or any other kind of product which can contaminate

it.

c) During the transportation should be maintained the adequate conditions for enveloping and

meeting the traffic norms. It couldn’t have any kind of product handling, situations that might

compromise the integrity of packaging (not applicable for bulk), quality and safety of the product.

d) The loading and offloading must be done in covered area. During the transportation all the cargo

must be correctly protected.

Intended Use

a) Application:

• A highly versatile product, able to meet requirements of domestic, industrial and pharmaceutical

applications. It stands out for its low color and it is widely used in soft drinks and transparent

beverages industries wherein the color (or absence of color) is a significant attribute for the product.

• Its purity and low susceptibility to microbiological contamination makes it one of most indicated

for drugs manufacturing industries.

b) Benefits:

• Easy and fast dissolution.

• It doesn’t interfere in the color of products.

• During dissolution it has very low color and this can contribute representing economy in filtration

and deodorization process.

• Energy value: 4 kcal/g.

c) Handling, Preparing and Using

• During the storage, handling and using must be attended the good manufacturing practices.

• Handling, storage and transportation of the product must be carefully to avoid damages in

packaging.

• Visual inspections of the conservation form for product (validity and packaging) must be done.

• During the preparation, the product cannot be stored in inadequate areas (directly on the floor,

beside of the walls, humidity areas and nearby different products.

• It can be used directly or diluted according to customer needs.

Restricted Use

a) Special care for diabetics who should consume it moderately.

b) The product has sulphite limits according to local laws, however it might cause allergic reactions in hypersensibility consumers. So for this group it should be consumed