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Celery
Wholesale supply for Celery with consistent specs, food safety documentation, and flexible formats for USA & Canada buyers— commonly sourced in freeze-dried (and request-based dried) formats for soups, savory seasonings, snack mixes, and classic “mirepoix-style” blends.
Note: “Celery” in this category typically refers to freeze-dried celery options. If you need dehydrated/air-dried celery or celery seed/spice formats, mention it in your quote request.
Why celery is a core savory ingredient
Celery contributes a recognizable aromatic profile that supports savory systems. In dry mixes and freeze-dried form, it’s often used to build a classic base note alongside onion, carrot, herbs, and pepper—especially in soups, broths, and ready-meal seasonings.
- Savory depth: supports broth-like notes and “home-style” flavor profiles.
- Blend versatility: works in vegetable blends, mirepoix-style mixes, and snack seasonings.
- Quick rehydration: freeze-dried formats hydrate quickly in hot water.
- Visible or subtle: flakes/dices for visual presence, powder for hidden flavor.
Format selection (how buyers typically choose)
Choose celery format based on preparation method, hydration time, and whether you want visible pieces in the finished product.
| Format | Typical characteristics | Often used for |
|---|---|---|
| Flakes | Thin pieces; fast hydration; good distribution in blends. | Soup mixes, seasoning blends, instant cups. |
| Dices | More visible pieces; match to other diced vegetables. | Premium soups, meal kits, vegetable blends. |
| Granules | Smaller size; even distribution; quick hydration. | Broth bases, sauces, snack seasonings. |
| Powder | Fine milling; integrates smoothly; consistent flavor dosing. | Seasonings, soups, sauces, extrusion coatings. |
If you’re making an instant product, include your prep method (hot water vs simmer) and target hydration time so we can recommend a cut size that performs.
Common formats
Most buyers specify celery by cut size and fines. We can help align a format to your blend partners and process.
- Freeze-dried celery flakes: fast hydration and even distribution.
- Freeze-dried diced celery: visible vegetable presence; match to other diced components.
- Freeze-dried celery granules: small cut for bases and seasonings.
- Celery powder: consistent integration for seasoning and soup formulations.
- Custom sieve fractions (request-based): “through/on” ranges to control distribution.
Options & documentation
- Organic and conventional options (where available)
- Kosher options (request current documentation)
- COA & spec sheets for QA and receiving
- Lot traceability for production planning
- Import / export paperwork support when needed
Documentation availability can vary by origin and format—request current details with your quote.
Specs that matter (what buyers commonly define)
Celery is purchased for flavor contribution and blend performance. These spec points typically drive consistency in dry mixes and finished products.
| Spec area | Why it matters | How to define it |
|---|---|---|
| Cut size & sieve range | Controls distribution in blends and the look of finished soups. | Nominal size (flake/dice/granule) + “through/on” sieve range. |
| Fines percentage | Too many fines can dust, settle, or increase perceived intensity. | Acceptable fines %; packaging controls to reduce breakage in transit. |
| Moisture | Affects shelf stability and clumping risk. | Target moisture range; liner requirements; humidity controls. |
| Aroma intensity | Celery can dominate if too strong; or disappear if too mild. | Target intensity (mild/standard/strong); reference blend sample if available. |
| Color/appearance | Visual consistency impacts consumer perception. | Appearance expectations; allowed natural variability by lot. |
| Foreign material controls | Important for audits and ready-to-eat mixes. | Your QA thresholds; screening/magnet expectations where applicable. |
If you’re blending with other vegetables, share their cut sizes and we can recommend a celery cut that matches to reduce segregation.
Common applications
Celery is a workhorse ingredient in savory categories. Here are common applications and what teams usually prioritize in each.
Soups & instant meals
- Flakes or dices for quick hydration
- Matching cut size across vegetable blends
- Low fines for clean bowls and consistent flavor
For instant cups, specify your prep time and water temperature for the best cut-size match.
Seasonings & savory bases
- Granules or powder for even blending
- Flowability and dusting tolerance
- Aroma intensity targets for repeatable flavor
If you blend with salt/spices, particle size alignment helps reduce segregation and caking.
Snacks & coatings
- Powder for seasoning blends and coatings
- Granules for texture-forward blends
- Moisture control for crispness and shelf stability
Tell us if you need ultra-fine powder (smooth) or a slightly coarser grind (more texture).
Packaging & handling (typical)
Freeze-dried vegetables are lightweight and can be fragile. Packaging and pallet configuration can impact fines generation and delivered quality.
- Bulk cartons with liners: common for flakes, dices, and granules.
- Smaller case packs: can reduce compression for larger cut sizes.
- Pallet configuration: helps minimize crushing in transit.
- Moisture barriers: liners help protect against humidity exposure.
Storage considerations (general)
Celery and vegetable ingredients can lose aroma if exposed to humidity or not stored properly after opening. Good storage practices protect flavor and texture.
- Humidity control: protects texture and reduces clumping.
- Seal integrity: close liners/bags properly after partial use.
- Odor management: store away from strong aromatic ingredients if cross-odor is a concern.
- FIFO & lot tracking: supports consistent production performance.
For formal storage requirements and shelf-life guidance, rely on the specific documentation and spec sheet for the lot/format you purchase.
How quoting typically works
Quotes move fastest when format, cut size, and target flavor intensity are clear—then we align documentation and packaging needs.
- Choose a format: flakes, diced, granules, powder.
- Define specs: sieve range, fines %, moisture, aroma intensity expectations.
- Share volume & destination: annual usage + delivery region (USA/Canada).
- Confirm packaging: case pack/liner needs, pallet constraints, breakage sensitivity.
Spec builder (copy/paste)
Use this template in your quote request to reduce back-and-forth.
Format: freeze-dried flakes • diced • granules • powder
Target cut size / sieve range:
Acceptable fines %:
Flavor intensity: mild • standard • strong
Use case: soup • seasoning • snack coating • blend
Certifications: organic • kosher • other
Packaging: case pack, liner needs, pallet limits
Annual volume estimate:
Delivery region: USA / Canada (state/province)
If you don’t know sieve ranges, tell us your application and whether you need visible pieces or a hidden “base note” contribution.
Related categories
Browse categories where Celery is commonly sourced:
Freeze-Dried Vegetables & Herbs Freeze Dried Vegetable Powders Soups & Meal Mixes
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Request a quote for Celery
Share target specs (organic/kosher), format (flakes/diced/granules/powder), annual volume estimate, and delivery region (USA/Canada). If your product requires a specific celery intensity, mention that too.
For blends, share your other vegetable cut sizes. For powders, tell us whether you need ultra-fine (smooth) or slightly coarser (more texture).
Prefer email? Send your specs to contact@atlastradehouse.com.
FAQ
Do you have minimum order quantities (MOQs)?
MOQs depend on format (flakes/diced/granules/powder), documentation needs (organic/kosher), and packaging. Share your volume and destination and we’ll confirm MOQ and lead time options.
Which format is best for soups?
Many soups use flakes or diced celery depending on how visible you want pieces to be. For instant cups, flakes and granules often hydrate faster. Tell us your prep instructions and we’ll recommend a practical cut size.
Is celery powder good for seasoning blends?
Often yes. The ideal mesh depends on your blend and dusting tolerance. If you want a strong base note without visible pieces, powder is a common choice.
Do you offer organic or kosher options?
Options may be available depending on origin and format. Request current documentation requirements with your quote so we can confirm feasibility and lead times.
What documentation can you provide?
Documentation may include COAs, spec sheets, allergen statements, and lot traceability. Import/export support is available when needed. Availability varies by origin and format—request current details with your quote.
For formal storage requirements and shelf-life guidance, rely on the specific documentation and spec sheet for your requested lot/format.