Effect of storage on β-carotene content and microbial quality of dehydrated carrot products

• The change in β-carotene content of dehydrated carrot products was studied.
• Change in β-carotene of dehydrated carrot in different packaging materials was noted.
• The microbial profile and safety of dehydrated carrot after six months storage were noted.
• The storage period had effect on the colour of carrot powder in all the packaging materials.

The study analysed the influence of dehydration and preparation method on β carotene content and microbial quality of fresh carrots and dehydrated carrot products during storage period up to six months in three different packaging materials at room temperature. The β-carotene content reduces as the storage progresses. The aluminium laminated pack (ALP) retained higher β-carotene content after six months followed by plastic jar and glass jar.