LA Aroma Exim present Spray Dried Natural Apple Powder. Spray drying, a well-known process of granulate production, involves transformation of liquid slurry into dried particulate matter through use of hot, inert gaseous drying medium. It is widely employed in processing of sugar rich foods such as fruit juices and increases the product's shelf-life significantly by reducing moisture content and water activity, thereby minimizing the risk of spoilage. In addition, the technique involves reduced packaging, storage and transportation cost consequently enhancing returns. 

Qualitative analysis of the spray dried apple powder (SDAP) was carried out which revealed slightly higher moisture content (2.91%) and water activity (0.217) as compared to the apple powder available in market (MP). Solubility, dispersibility and sinkability of SDAP was comparable to MP while significantly (p < 0.05) high wettability values were recorded for SDAP indicating its improved reconstitutional properties.