Zenpet supplies premium Pumpkin Powder in bulk for pet food, animal nutrition manufacturers, Factory-direct supply with COA, quality testing, and global export support.
Pumpkin bulk powder is a natural vegetable ingredient produced from carefully selected pumpkin fruit through controlled drying and milling processes. It provides natural pumpkin flavor, orange color, dietary fiber, carotenoids, and plant-based nutrients for pet food manufacturers, animal nutrition companies, and functional food brands.
Pet food ingredient supplier is widely used as a clean-label ingredient in dry pet food, treats, supplements, nutritional powders, and food formulations due to its excellent palatability, natural color, and nutritional value.
Zenpet applies controlled processing technology to maintain product quality, nutritional value, and batch consistency.
Fresh mature pumpkins are selected based on:
Pumpkins are washed to remove:
The pumpkin fruit is processed into uniform pieces to improve drying efficiency.
Controlled drying technology is applied to reduce moisture while maintaining:
The dried pumpkin material is milled into fine powder.
The powder is screened to achieve consistent particle size.
Finished powder undergoes:
General pumpkin powder production commonly includes washing, cutting, drying, grinding, sieving, and packaging steps.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Pumpkin Powder |
| Botanical Name | Cucurbita moschata / Cucurbita pepo |
| Plant Part | Fruit |
| Appearance | Fine orange-yellow powder |
| Odor | Natural pumpkin aroma |
| Taste | Mild pumpkin flavor |
| Ingredient | 100% Pumpkin Fruit Powder |
| Particle Size | 80–120 Mesh (customizable) |
| Moisture | ≤8% |
| Protein | ≥5% |
| Fat | ≤3% |
| Dietary Fiber | ≥15% |
| Ash | ≤8% |
| Total Plate Count | ≤100,000 CFU/g (customizable) |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤1,000 CFU/g |
| Coliform | Negative / compliant |
| E. coli | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative /25g |
| Heavy Metals | Comply with international standards |
| Pesticide Residues | Comply with regulations |
| Additives | None |
| Preservatives | None |
| Packaging | 25kg |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, protected from moisture |
Zenpet Pumpkin Powder is a natural vegetable ingredient designed for dry pet food, wet pet food, pet treats, and pet supplement formulations. It provides natural pumpkin flavor, dietary fiber, carotenoids, and clean-label positioning for dog and cat nutrition products.
| Ingredient | Inclusion |
|---|---|
| Pumpkin Powder | 30–60% |
| Psyllium Husk Powder | 10–30% |
| Prebiotic Fiber | 10–20% |
| Probiotic Blend | 1–5% |
| Flavor Carrier | Balance |
Daily Feeding Recommendation (Finished Supplement)
| Pet Size | Suggested Daily Amount |
|---|---|
| Small dogs (<10 kg) | 1–3 g/day |
| Medium dogs (10–25 kg) | 3–5 g/day |
| Large dogs (>25 kg) | 5–10 g/day |
Pumpkin has been investigated as a functional vegetable ingredient due to its content of:
Research on pumpkin powder processing has evaluated how drying methods influence:
Studies show that drying technology selection can significantly affect pumpkin powder quality, including physicochemical properties and bioactive compound retention.
For pet nutrition applications, pumpkin ingredients are commonly researched and utilized as a source of dietary fiber and vegetable nutrients.
| Feature | Pumpkin Powder | Pumpkin Extract |
|---|---|---|
| Processing | Drying and milling | Concentration/extraction |
| Composition | Whole pumpkin nutrients | Selected compounds |
| Flavor | Natural pumpkin taste | More concentrated |
| Fiber Content | Higher | Lower |
| Application | Food, pet food, nutrition | Functional ingredient products |
| Cost | More economical | Higher concentration |
| Feature | Pumpkin Fruit Powder | Pumpkin Seed Powder |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Pumpkin fruit | Pumpkin seeds |
| Main Components | Fiber, carotenoids, carbohydrates | Protein, oils, minerals |
| Color | Orange-yellow | Green/brown |
| Application | Pet food, food, beverage | Protein and nutrition products |
Zenpet supplies high-quality Pumpkin Powder for global pet food, animal nutrition, and functional ingredient manufacturers.
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| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard Packaging | 25 kg drum |
| Custom Packaging | Available |
| Storage Temperature | ≤25°C |
| Protection | Avoid moisture, oxygen, and sunlight |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
