Protocol Raw Complete β Production Master Specification v2.5¶
Status: π’ PRODUCTION READY
Target Standard: FEDIAF All Life Stages (Growth & Reproduction)
Document ID: SPEC-PROD-v2.5
Last Updated: February 2026
Classification: CONFIDENTIAL
1. Product Overview¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Protocol Raw Complete |
| FEDIAF Standard | All Life Stages (Growth & Reproduction) |
| Target Energy Density | ~1900 kcal/kg |
| Protein (As Fed) | ~15% (~42% DM) |
| Fat (As Fed) | ~16% |
| Pack Format | 500g thermoform rPET tray + MAP seal + linerless C-wrap label |
| Shelf Life | 12 months at -18Β°C |
| Species Declaration | Beef-led (51.9%) / Chicken (40.1%) |
2. Packaging Specification¶
2.1 Strategic Positioning¶
Protocol Raw packaging must signal system, not food brand.
The tray is instrumentation, not packaging.
| Attribute | Target | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Visual feel | Clinical, systematic | Friendly, lifestyle |
| Function | Lab sample label | Billboard |
| Goal | Say less, more clearly | Say more |
| Material choice | Mono-material, kerbside recyclable | Multi-layer laminate |
| Sustainability claim | Mechanically true or silent | Aspirational, soft |
| Customer signal | Commitment-first | Convenience-first |
| Support load | Self-evident | Requires explanation |
Non-negotiable rule: Never choose packaging that requires explanation.
2.2 Pack Format: Three-Component System¶
Protocol Raw uses the same proven format as Bella & Duke (thermoform + MAP + linerless label) but with opposite intent: they optimised to say more; we optimise to say less, more clearly.
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β 2. MAP SEAL (Lidding Film) β
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2.3 Component 1: Thermoform Tray¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Format | Thermoformed tray (not pre-formed tub) |
| Material | rPET (recycled PET), mono-material |
| Recycled content | Minimum 50% post-consumer recycled |
| Colour | Clear (product visible) |
| Capacity | 500g nominal (Β±10g) |
| Target weight | β€15g per tray (weight-efficient) |
| Temperature rating | Freezer-safe to -25Β°C minimum |
| Recyclability | Kerbside recyclable (OPRL "Widely Recycled") |
Reference: Bella & Duke achieved 13g/tray with thermoform vs 21g with tubs (38% reduction).
2.4 Component 2: MAP Seal (Lidding Film)¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Format | Heat-sealed lidding film |
| Material | Mono-PET or mono-PP (match tray material for recyclability) |
| Atmosphere | MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) or standard seal |
| Plain/unprinted β branding on C-wrap label, not film | |
| Peel | Clean peel, no sharding |
| Seal integrity | Tamper-evident, leak-proof |
2.5 Component 3: Linerless C-Wrap Label¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Format | Linerless label, C-wrap application (wraps around tray) |
| Print surface | Front face; reverse available for regulatory text |
| Application | Machine-applied at 100+ packs/min |
| Adhesive | Freezer-grade, no lift at -18Β°C |
| Variable data | Batch ID, BB date, QR code per production run |
Reference suppliers: - Label printer: Reflex Labels (reflexlabels.co.uk) - Label applicator: Ravenwood Nobac 5000 (ravenwood.co.uk)
2.6 Label Content Philosophy¶
The label is a lab sample label, not a billboard.
We use linerless labels for manufacturing efficiency, not marketing surface.
What MUST appear (required):¶
| Element | Specification |
|---|---|
| Protocol Raw logo | Minimal, functional |
| Product name | "Protocol Raw Complete" |
| Weight | "500g" |
| QR code | Minimum 25mm, high contrast, "Scan for Batch Report" |
| Batch ID | Human-readable, minimum 10pt |
| Best before | Format: BB DD/MM/YY |
| FEDIAF statement | "Complete pet food for dogs β All Life Stages" |
| Composition | Per Section 8.1 |
| Analytical constituents | Per Section 8.2 |
| Feeding reference | "See protocolraw.com/feeding" (not on-pack calculator) |
| Allergen declaration | "Contains: Fish, Eggs, Molluscs" |
| Storage instruction | "Store frozen at -18Β°C or below" |
| Company details | Name, address, contact |
| OPRL symbol | "Widely Recycled" (tray and label) |
What is BANNED (never include):¶
- Recipe names or flavour variants
- Marketing copy or taglines beyond "Proof, Not Promises" (if used at all)
- Lifestyle imagery (dogs, families, bowls)
- Emotional language ("love", "happy", "healthy")
- Sustainability marketing ("eco", "planet-friendly", "green")
- Healthcare advice or wellness claims
- Promotions or offers
- Excessive colour or visual noise
- Anything that requires explanation
Maximum words rule:¶
Front face of label: β€50 words (excluding legally required text)
If it doesn't fit in 50 words, it doesn't belong on the pack.
2.7 Visual Design Principles¶
| Principle | Implementation |
|---|---|
| Colour palette | Monochrome or maximum 2 colours + black |
| Typography | Clean, sans-serif, high legibility |
| White space | Generous β emptiness signals confidence |
| Hierarchy | QR code and Batch ID visually dominant |
| Contrast | High contrast for freezer/low-light scanning |
The pack should feel closer to medical packaging than pet food packaging.
2.8 Why This Format¶
What we copy from Bella & Duke (mechanical): - Thermoformed trays (weight-efficient, fast sealing) - Linerless C-wrap labels (efficient, zero liner waste) - MAP sealing (standard, proven) - High-speed proven format
What we reject from Bella & Duke (philosophical): - Marketing use of label real estate - Recipe differentiation on-pack - Emotional copy - Visual warmth doing trust's job
Why NOT flexible pouches (Butternut-style): - Not kerbside recyclable in UK - Undermines "proof, not promises" positioning - Collapses brand into "fresh DTC food" category - QR codes distort on flexible surfaces - Creates FAQ debt and support load
2.9 Future Format (Phase C+)¶
Frozen brick/block format remains strategic north star for category leadership phase: - Maximum "system, not food" signal - Best proof surface geometry - Zero lifestyle cosplay - Requires established customer trust before introduction
Decision to transition will be evaluated at 10k+ customers.
2.10 Supplier Requirements¶
Tray supplier must provide:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material certification | Mono-material rPET declaration |
| Recycled content | Minimum 50% PCR certification |
| Food contact compliance | EU 1935/2004 / UK equivalent |
| Recyclability confirmation | OPRL "Widely Recycled" eligible |
| Temperature performance | Freeze-thaw stability data to -25Β°C |
| Dimensional consistency | Β±1mm tolerance |
| MOQ and lead time | Phase A volumes (~2,000-5,000 units/month) |
Lidding film supplier must provide:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material certification | Mono-material (match tray) |
| Seal performance | Clean peel, tamper-evident |
| Temperature performance | Freezer-grade to -25Β°C |
| Compatibility | Confirmed for tray material and sealing equipment |
Label supplier must provide:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Format | Linerless, C-wrap compatible |
| Variable data capability | Batch codes, dates, QR codes per run |
| Adhesive performance | Freezer-grade, no lift at -18Β°C |
| Print durability | Smudge-proof, moisture-resistant |
| QR verification | Scan-test confirmation per batch |
| MOQ | Phase A volumes |
Reference contacts: - Reflex Labels: reflexlabels.co.uk (Bella & Duke's label supplier) - Ravenwood Packaging: ravenwood.co.uk (linerless applicator equipment)
2.11 Cost Estimate (Phase A)¶
| Component | Estimated Unit Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Thermoform rPET tray | Β£0.12-0.18 | Lighter than pre-formed tubs |
| MAP lidding film | Β£0.03-0.05 | Plain, unprinted |
| Linerless C-wrap label | Β£0.08-0.12 | Variable data included |
| Total primary pack | Β£0.23-0.35 | Per 500g unit |
Budget Β£0.30/unit for planning. Validate with supplier quotes.
Note: Bella & Duke achieved 98% reduction in label shipping costs with linerless vs traditional self-adhesive labels.
3. Supply Chain Model¶
3.1 How It Works¶
Protocol Raw uses a three-party supply chain:
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β β’ Sets specifications β
β β’ Approves COAs β
β β’ Manages relationships β
β β’ Supplies packaging (trays + labels) β
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β β’ Sources anchors β β β’ Sources meats, eggs β
β β’ Blends Dry Pack β β β’ Sources commodity β
β (Functional Preblend)β β oils (fish, flax) β
β β’ Bottles Oil Pack ββββββΆβ β’ Adds preblend units β
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3.2 What Each Party Supplies¶
| Component | % | Supplied By | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meat & Organs | 89.2% | Co-packer | See Section 4.1 |
| Eggs | 2.7% | Co-packer | Pasteurised liquid or fresh |
| Fish Oil + Flaxseed Oil | 0.9% | Co-packer | Commodity spec |
| Dry Functional Pack (Functional Preblend) | 7.0% | Blender/packer | Pre-measured preblend unit (bag/drum/tote; lot-tracked) |
| Oil Pack (CLO) | 0.2% | Blender/packer | Pre-made bottle |
| Packaging | β | Protocol Raw | Trays + labels supplied to co-packer |
| TOTAL | 100% |
3.3 Why This Model?¶
The Dry Functional Pack contains COA-controlled anchor ingredients (kelp, oyster, mussel) and a whole-food fibre system (pumpkin/carrot fibre + psyllium) that must be verified for potency and quality to ensure FEDIAF compliance and stool stability. The Oil Pack contains assayed cod liver oil for vitamin D.
By having a specialist blender/packer produce batch-dose preblend units: - You control the critical specs without becoming a micro-ingredient operation - The co-packer just "adds the preblend unit" β no micro-scales or nutritionist knowledge needed - Lot traceability is clean: one preblend lot number per batch
By supplying your own packaging: - You control brand presentation and proof system visibility - You can switch co-packers without redesigning packaging - Consistent customer experience regardless of manufacturing partner
4. Final Ingredient Matrix¶
4.1 Meats & Organs (Co-Packer Sources)¶
| Class | Ingredient | % | Per 1,000 kg Batch | Role/Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Base | Bone-in Chicken Mince | 23.0% | 230.0 kg | Primary Ca:P; 3-5mm particle, 8-12% bone |
| Red Meat | Beef Heart | 19.9% | 199.0 kg | Lean protein, colour, taurine |
| Red Meat/Fat | Beef Trim (60/40) | 16.2% | 162.0 kg | Key energy driver |
| Fat Source | Chicken Skin (fat-on) | 10.1% | 101.0 kg | Energy, palatability |
| Texture | Chicken Gizzards | 7.0% | 70.0 kg | Structure, chew |
| Volume/Gut | Green Beef Tripe | 4.3% | 43.0 kg | Digestive enzymes |
| Organs | Beef Kidney/Spleen (75/25) | 6.0% | 60.0 kg | Micronutrient support |
| Organs | Beef Liver | 2.7% | 27.0 kg | Vitamin A + Copper |
| SUBTOTAL | 89.2% | 892.0 kg |
4.2 Eggs & Commodity Oils (Co-Packer Sources)¶
| Ingredient | % | Per 1,000 kg Batch | Spec |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasteurised Whole Egg | 2.7% | 27.0 kg | Liquid or fresh |
| Fish Oil (Salmon/Sardine) | 0.8% | 8.0 kg | EPA+DHA β₯25%, peroxide <5 |
| Flaxseed Oil | 0.1% | 1.0 kg | Food/feed grade |
| SUBTOTAL | 3.6% | 36.0 kg |
4.3 Dry Functional Pack (Blender/Packer Supplies)¶
Supplied as: Batch-dose Functional Pack preblend kit (total 70.0 kg per 1,000 kg finished batch), labelled with a single lot number. For handling, the kit may contain multiple sealed inner bags; all contents must be added.
| Ingredient | % of Finished Product | Per 1,000 kg Batch | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutritional Yeast | 3.0% | 30.0 kg | Carrier + B-vitamin support |
| Pumpkin Powder or Carrot Fibre | 2.0% | 20.0 kg | Stool stability (gentle fibre) |
| Sunflower Seed Meal | 1.0% | 10.0 kg | Linoleic acid + carrier mass |
| Psyllium Husk | 0.5% | 5.0 kg | Stool normaliser (gel-forming soluble fibre) |
| Oyster Powder | 0.35% | 3.5 kg | Zinc anchor |
| Mussel Powder | 0.10% | 1.0 kg | Manganese anchor |
| Kelp Meal | 0.05% | 0.5 kg | Iodine anchor |
| PACK TOTAL | 7.0% | 70.0 kg |
Note: The Functional Pack includes a whole-food fibre system (pumpkin/carrot fibre + psyllium) to improve stool consistency during kibbleβraw transitions, while maintaining a whole-food, no-synthetic-premix formulation.
4.4 Oil Pack (Blender/Packer Supplies)¶
Supplied as: One sealed bottle per batch, labelled with lot number.
| Ingredient | % of Finished Product | Per 1,000 kg Batch | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cod Liver Oil (Assayed) | 0.2% | 2.0 kg | Vitamin D anchor |
| PACK TOTAL | 0.2% | 2.0 kg |
Critical: CLO must have Vitamin D β₯150 IU/g per COA.
4.5 Batch Size Summary¶
| Batch Size | Meats/Organs | Eggs/Oils | Dry Pack Preblend Kit | Oil Pack Bottle | Trays Produced |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 kg | 446.0 kg | 18.0 kg | 35.0 kg | 1.0 kg | ~1,000 trays |
| 1,000 kg | 892.0 kg | 36.0 kg | 70.0 kg | 2.0 kg | ~2,000 trays |
| 2,500 kg | 2,230.0 kg | 90.0 kg | 175.0 kg | 5.0 kg | ~5,000 trays |
5. Nutritional Targets¶
5.1 Macronutrients¶
| Parameter | Target | FEDIAF Min (Growth) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Density | ~1900 kcal/kg (target; confirm by validation) | β₯1580 kcal/kg |
| Protein (DM) | ~42% | β₯25% |
| Fat (DM) | ~40% | β₯8.5% |
5.2 Critical Micronutrients (Per 1000 kcal)¶
| Nutrient | Target | FEDIAF Min | Anchor Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | ~2.5 g | 1.0 g | Bone-in mince |
| Phosphorus | ~2.0 g | 0.9 g | Bone-in mince |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.2-1.4:1 | 1.0-2.0:1 | β |
| Zinc | β₯28 mg | 18.3 mg | Oyster powder (Dry Pack) |
| Manganese | β₯1.5 mg | 1.13 mg | Mussel powder (Dry Pack) |
| Iodine | β₯350 Β΅g | 350 Β΅g | Kelp meal (Dry Pack) |
| Vitamin D | β₯138 IU | 138 IU | Cod liver oil (Oil Pack) |
| EPA + DHA | β₯0.13 g | 0.13 g | Fish oil |
| Linoleic Acid | β₯3.3 g | 3.25 g | Sunflower + skin |
6. Processing Specification (Co-Packer Instructions)¶
6.1 Overview¶
This is a single-pass grind + masterbatch process. The co-packer: 1. Grinds meats and organs 2. Creates a masterbatch with the Dry Functional Pack preblend unit 3. Mixes everything together with eggs and oils 4. Portions into 500g trays 5. Seals trays and applies labels 6. Freezes and holds for lab clearance
6.2 Processing Sequence¶
Step 1: Ingredient Preparation¶
- Temper frozen meats to -2Β°C to 0Β°C core temperature
- Maintain cold chain throughout (<4Β°C ambient)
- Verify receipt of Dry Functional Pack preblend unit(s) and Oil Pack bottle
- Record preblend lot number(s) and bottle lot number
- Verify receipt of Protocol Raw packaging (trays + labels)
Step 2: Grind Main Ingredients¶
- Single-pass grind at 8-10mm plate
- Grind in sequence: bone-in mince β heart β trim β skin β gizzards β tripe β organs
- Target: uniform mince with no large chunks
Step 3: Create Masterbatch (Critical for Fibre Dispersion)¶
- Transfer 300 kg of ground meat to mixer (per 1,000 kg finished batch; acceptable range 250β400 kg depending on mixer loading)
- Start mixer and add the full 70.0 kg Dry Functional Pack preblend in 2β4 increments (e.g., bag-by-bag), allowing each increment to incorporate before the next
- Mix for 6β10 minutes (or per validated SOP) until powder is evenly distributed with no visible clumps/gel pockets (psyllium control)
- QC check: inspect mixer walls/paddles and product for build-up or clumps; scrape down if required
- This masterbatch ensures anchors + fibre disperse uniformly before the main mix
Step 4: Main Mix¶
- Add remaining ground meats to mixer
- Add masterbatch
- Prepare egg/oil mixture:
- Beat eggs (or use liquid egg)
- Add fish oil and flaxseed oil
- Add entire contents of Oil Pack bottle (CLO)
- Stir to combine
- Add egg/oil mixture to mixer
- Mix until uniform (typically 4-6 minutes)
- Monitor temperature β do not exceed 4Β°C
Step 5: Portion & Pack¶
- Fill trays to 500g Β±10g
- Seal tray with mono-material lid (snap-fit or heat-seal)
- Verify seal integrity (no gaps, lid secure)
- Apply batch-specific label (QR code, batch ID, dates)
- Verify QR code scans correctly (spot check)
Step 6: Freeze & Hold¶
- Blast freeze to -18Β°C core within 4 hours
- Transfer to quarantine storage (HOLD area)
- Batch remains in HOLD until Protocol Raw confirms lab clearance
7. QC Checkpoints (Co-Packer)¶
7.1 Pre-Production¶
| Check | Acceptance Criteria | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Functional Pack preblend received | Sealed, labelled, within date | Lot number |
| Oil Pack bottle received | Sealed, labelled, within date | Lot number |
| Meat ingredient lots recorded | All lots documented | Lot numbers |
| Packaging received | Trays + labels correct count | Delivery note |
| Equipment sanitised | Visual clean + sanitiser log | Sign-off |
7.2 During Production¶
| Check | Acceptance Criteria | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Tempering temperature | -2Β°C to 0Β°C core | Temp reading |
| Mix temperature | β€4Β°C throughout | Temp reading |
| Preblend fully added | All preblend kit inner bags emptied; added in increments | Operator initials |
| Clump check (fibre dispersion) | No visible clumps/gel pockets; walls inspected | Pass/fail |
| Oil bottle fully emptied | Visual check | Operator initials |
| Tray fill weight | 500g Β±10g | Sample weights |
| Lid seal integrity | No gaps, secure closure | Visual check |
| Label applied correctly | Flat, no bubbles, QR readable | Visual check |
| QR scan test | Successful scan (spot check 1 in 50) | Pass/fail |
7.3 Post-Production¶
| Check | Acceptance Criteria | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Core temp post-freeze | β€-18Β°C | Temp reading |
| Label accuracy | Batch code, dates, QR correct | Visual check |
| Sample collected | Composite from 6-10 trays | Sample ID |
| Batch moved to HOLD | Segregated from released stock | Location |
8. Label Declaration¶
8.1 Composition Statement¶
Chicken (bone-in mince 23%, skin 10.1%, gizzards 7%) 40.1%, Beef (heart 19.9%, trim 16.2%, tripe 4.3%, kidney & spleen 6%, liver 2.7%) 49.1%, nutritional yeast 3.0%, pumpkin powder or carrot fibre 2.0%, whole egg 2.7%, fish oil 0.8%, sunflower seed meal 1.0%, psyllium husk 0.5%, oyster powder 0.35%, cod liver oil 0.2%, mussel powder 0.1%, flaxseed oil 0.1%, kelp meal 0.05%.
8.2 Analytical Constituents¶
| Parameter | Declaration |
|---|---|
| Protein | 15% |
| Fat | 16% |
| Crude Fibre | TBD (expected higher due to fibre system; declare from validation lab) |
| Ash | 5% |
| Moisture | 62% |
Adjust based on actual lab results from lock-in validation.
8.3 Allergen Declaration¶
Contains: Fish, Eggs, Molluscs
9. Batch Documentation¶
9.1 Required Records Per Batch¶
| Record | Completed By | Retained By |
|---|---|---|
| Batch Production Record (temps, weights, times) | Co-packer | Both |
| Functional Pack preblend lot number | Co-packer | Both |
| Oil Pack bottle lot number | Co-packer | Both |
| Meat/egg/oil ingredient lot numbers | Co-packer | Both |
| Packaging lot numbers (trays, labels) | Co-packer | Both |
| QC checklist (signed) | Co-packer | Both |
| Lab submission record | Protocol Raw | Protocol Raw |
| Release decision | Protocol Raw | Protocol Raw |
9.2 Traceability Chain¶
Kelp lot β Oyster lot β Mussel lot β Pumpkin/Carrot lot β Psyllium lot β CLO lot
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Co-packer batch code
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Finished tray (QR code)
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Customer order
9.3 Retention¶
- Batch records: Shelf life + 2 years (minimum 3 years)
- Retain samples: -18Β°C for shelf life duration
10. Formulation Adjustment Protocol¶
10.1 When Adjustments Happen¶
If anchor ingredient COAs show materially different potency, the blender/packer adjusts the preblend formula before production β not the co-packer.
Example: Kelp lot shows 750 mg/kg iodine instead of nominal 1000 mg/kg - Blender/packer increases kelp in that preblend batch by factor of 1000/750 = 1.33 - They notify Protocol Raw of the adjustment - Co-packer process is unchanged β they still add "one preblend unit"
10.2 Your Role¶
- Review COAs when blender/packer submits them
- Approve or reject lots
- Approve any adjustment calculations
- You don't do the physical adjusting
11. Supplier Specifications Summary¶
11.1 Co-Packer Sourced (Meat, Eggs, Commodity Oils)¶
| Ingredient | Critical Spec | COA Fields |
|---|---|---|
| Bone-in Chicken Mince | 3-5mm particle, 8-12% bone | Ca %, P %, Ash % |
| Fish Oil | EPA+DHA β₯25%, peroxide <5 | EPA %, DHA %, PV |
| Other meats/organs | Human chain or Cat 3, UK origin | Supplier cert |
11.2 Blender/Packer Sourced (Anchors + Fibre in Functional Preblend)¶
| Ingredient | Critical Spec | COA Fields |
|---|---|---|
| Kelp Meal | I 800-1200 mg/kg | Iodine mg/kg |
| Oyster Powder | Zn β₯500 mg/100g, Cd <1 mg/kg | Zn, Cd |
| Mussel Powder | Mn β₯10 mg/100g | Mn mg/100g |
| Cod Liver Oil | Vit D β₯150 IU/g | Vit D IU/g, Vit A IU/g |
| Pumpkin Powder / Carrot Fibre | Micro spec + contaminants (as defined) | TPC, Enterobacteriaceae, Salmonella (ND), moisture, foreign body control |
| Psyllium Husk | Micro spec + contaminants + physical spec | TPC, Enterobacteriaceae, Salmonella (ND), moisture, particle size/flow |
11.3 Protocol Raw Sourced (Packaging)¶
| Component | Critical Spec | Supplier Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid tray | 500g, mono-material (rPET or HDPE), freezer-safe to -25Β°C | OPRL "Widely Recycled", food contact compliance |
| Mono-material lid | Compatible with tray, secure seal | Same material as tray |
| Labels | Freezer-grade adhesive, variable data | QR verification, smudge-proof |
See Supplier Spec Pack for full details.
Document Control¶
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Document Owner | Anton (Founder) |
| Version | 2.5 |
| Effective Date | February 2026 |
| Next Review | Post lock-in validation |
| Classification | CONFIDENTIAL |
Revision History¶
| Version | Date | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Nov 2025 | Initial formulation with fresh oyster/mussel |
| 2.0 | Jan 2026 | Optimised: powders, CLO, bone-in mince, Functional Pack concept |
| 2.1 | Jan 2026 | Reframed for sachet model |
| 2.2 | Jan 2026 | Packaging format change to compostable tray + sleeve |
| 2.3 | Jan 2026 | Strategic packaging reset: Rigid mono-material tray selected for proof alignment and sustainability defensibility |
| 2.4 | Jan 2026 | Final packaging format locked: Thermoform rPET tray + MAP seal + linerless C-wrap label. Three-component system based on Bella & Duke mechanical approach but with opposite intent. Added label content philosophy ("lab sample label, not billboard"), maximum 50-word rule, explicit banned elements list, visual design principles. Referenced Reflex Labels and Ravenwood as suppliers. Reduced cost estimate to Β£0.23-0.35/unit. |
| 2.5 | Feb 2026 | Reformulated Functional Pack for GI stability (yeast reduced 6%β3%; added pumpkin/carrot fibre 2.0% + psyllium husk 0.5%; sunflower seed meal increased to 1.0%); adjusted trim 15.5%β16.2% / tripe 5.0%β4.3% to maintain ~1900 kcal/kg target; updated processing Step 3 for fibre dispersion (300 kg masterbatch, incremental preblend addition, 6β10 min mix, clump QC check); preblend supplied as batch-dose kit (70 kg/1,000 kg batch, multiple inner bags); updated QC tables; updated composition statement + crude fibre to TBD; added pumpkin/carrot fibre + psyllium to supplier specs; global terminology update sachetβpreblend kit. |