What causes the white frost on the pods?

It is crystallised vanillin, known as givre, which migrates to the surface of exceptionally high-vanillin pods during slow curing. It is a natural marker of quality, not a defect or a mould.

Is the white coating safe to consume?

Yes. It is pure vanillin from the bean itself. It is distinguishable from mould by its needle-like crystal structure and its strong vanilla aroma.

Why is crystallized vanilla packed in glass tubes?

The crystals are fragile and abrade easily against other pods. Glass tubes protect the frost intact through shipping, which matters because presentation is the main reason buyers choose this product.

Vanilla planifolia Andrews

Gousses de vanille cristallisées

Gousses mûres naturellement recouvertes d'un givre de cristaux de vanilline. Rare et spectaculaire en présentation.

Code SH: 2106.90.99
Origine: Indonesia
Conditionnement: Glass tube

Crystallized vanilla pods showing white vanillin frost on dark glossy beans

Macro detail of natural vanillin crystals formed on the surface of a cured vanilla pod

Teneur en vanilline: 2.5%
Conditionnement: Tube en verre
Texture: Ferme et brillante avec givre de vanilline
Couleur: Brun foncé à noir avec cristaux blancs

Caractéristiques

Transformation	Gousses mûres cristallisées naturellement

Usages recommandés

Gourmet pastry and confectionery
Chocolates and pralines
Vanilla bean infusions
Specialty gift products and culinary display

Qualité et état

100% pure and natural
No additives, preservatives or artificial flavourings
GMO-free
Gluten-free
Allergen-free
Food-grade

Questions fréquentes

What causes the white frost on the pods?: It is crystallised vanillin, known as givre, which migrates to the surface of exceptionally high-vanillin pods during slow curing. It is a natural marker of quality, not a defect or a mould.
Is the white coating safe to consume?: Yes. It is pure vanillin from the bean itself. It is distinguishable from mould by its needle-like crystal structure and its strong vanilla aroma.
Why is crystallized vanilla packed in glass tubes?: The crystals are fragile and abrade easily against other pods. Glass tubes protect the frost intact through shipping, which matters because presentation is the main reason buyers choose this product.