Celery Powder is a food derivative obtained from celery (Apium graveolens), an annual plant belonging to the Apiaceae family.

Raw materials used in production.

• The primary raw material is celery, an herbaceous plant of the Apiaceae family. The production of celery powder generally utilizes both the stalks and leaves of the plant, chosen for their freshness and quality.

Step-by-step summary of industrial chemical synthesis process.

• Cultivation and Harvesting: Celery is grown and harvested in agricultural fields.
• Cleaning and Cutting: The celery is cleaned and chopped into smaller pieces to facilitate drying.
• Drying: The celery pieces are dried using air-drying or industrial dryers.
• Grinding: The dried celery is then ground into a fine powder.
• Sieving: The powder is sieved to ensure uniformity and quality.
• Packaging: Celery powder is packaged in airtight containers to preserve its freshness and flavor.

Form and color.

Celery powder appears as a fine powder, and its color can range from light green to dark green depending on the part of the plant used and the drying process.

Commercial applications.

Celery powder is commonly used in the food industry as a seasoning, flavoring agent, or as a salt alternative. 

It's also utilized in the meat industry as a natural preservative and antioxidant agent.