## Description

Flavour Creations Apple Juice – IDDSI Level 4 (Extremely Thick) is a ready-to-drink, amylase-resistant thickened apple juice formulated as a Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSANZ Standard 2.9.5) for individuals with dysphagia. Made with real fruit juice, acidified and pasteurised, it delivers a smooth, lump-free texture that is not sticky and is high in available water to support hydration. Produced in Australia, it is offered in a patented single-serve Dysphagia Cup designed for safer, easier consumption.

### IDDSI Consistency and Verification

- IDDSI Level 4 (Extremely Thick); legacy “Level 900” corresponds to IDDSI Level 4.

- Bostwick flow (19–23°C): 3–6 cm.

- Spoon Tilt Test: holds shape (Extremely Thick).

- Texture: smooth, no lumps; should not be sticky.

### Serving and Packaging

- Volume: 175 mL per cup (1 serving).

- Format: single-serve Dysphagia Cup with sloped rim, easy-peel lid, textured sides.

- Pack options: single cups; cartons of 12; cartons of 24.

### Ingredients and Nutrition

- Ingredients (Level 4): Reconstituted Apple Juice (93%), Water, Thickeners (415, 417), Acidity Regulator (330), Natural Flavour, Preservative (202).

- Average nutrition per 175 mL serve: Energy 387 kJ (93 kcal); Protein 0.3 g; Fat 0.1 g (sat 0 g, trans 0 g); Carbohydrate 20.2 g (sugars 19.9 g); Dietary fibre 2.9 g; Sodium 147 mg; Potassium 253 mg; Moisture 160 g.

### Dietary Suitability

- Dairy free; lactose free; gluten free; nut free; soy free; low sodium.

- Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.

- Certified Halal and Kosher.

- Produced without genetic modification; complies with FSANZ Standard 1.5.2.

- No added sugar; no artificial colours or flavours.

### Directions for Use

- Peel back the foil lid to consume; best served chilled (~6°C) to ambient.

- For Level 4 consistencies, consume with a spoon; avoid straws unless advised by a clinician.

### Storage and Shelf Life

- Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

- Once opened, cover and refrigerate between servings (use cup lid/label) and discard leftovers after 24 hours.

- For vulnerable persons, follow the 2-hour/4-hour guideline.

- Shelf life: 12 months from manufacture when stored as recommended.

### Quality and Origin

- pH (19–23°C): 3.4–3.8; organoleptic: free from off flavours/odours.

- Standard Plate Count: <1,000 cfu/g.

- Made in Australia from at least 10% Australian ingredients; Australian made and owned.

### Important Information

- Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of dysphagia; use under medical supervision.

- For oral consumption only.

- Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.

- Not suitable for children under 1 year of age.