Relia Gochugaru Crushed Red Chili Flakes for Kimchi and Hotpot

Relia Gochugaru commercially described red chili flakes are presented for kimchi and hotpot dipping. Pictured crushed chili includes coarse irregular red flakes with pale seed-like pieces; confirm the actual sliced or crushed preparation for the intended food.

Agree the crushed-chili specification

The stated mesh reference is 5–8 mesh, with the actual cut and seed preparation still to agree. Confirm the sieve basis, preparation limits and applicable material or batch evidence so the reference describes the ingredient you intend to accept.

• Broad preparation: dried red chili flakes, described as sliced and crushed.
• Commercial description and use: Gochugaru for kimchi and hotpot dipping.
• Direct processing descriptions: raw and AD dried.
• Color and flavor descriptions: red, with strong and pungent chili flavor.
• Technical references: 5–8 mesh, moisture ≤8% and impurity ≤0.3%.
• Visual presentation: coarse irregular red flakes and visible pale seed-like pieces.
• Handling reference: 24 months in a cool and dry place.
• Described formats: vacuum bag and woven bag, with configuration to agree.

Assess the moisture and impurity limits

Retain the ≤8% moisture and ≤0.3% impurity references with their applicable definitions and tests. State any sampling, heat or sensory acceptance requirements needed for your kimchi or dipping preparation so the selected material can be assessed consistently.

Keep packing linked to storage

The 24-month shelf-life reference should be reviewed with the cool and dry storage conditions and actual pack instructions. Discuss the selected vacuum or woven bag configuration and any requested alternatives for the agreed flakes.

Complete the approval evidence

Obtain the complete ingredients and process information applicable to the crushed chili. Identify the intended-use and acceptance documents your food requires, keeping those requirements alongside the cut, test and handling specification before approval.