The pineapple plant is a perennial fruit with a short stem. It requires a fairly warm and humid tropical climate to grow. Pineapple has a characteristic flavor and color. It is highly rich in Vitamin C and other minerals. The pulp is used in juices, yogurts, desserts, smoothies, ice creams etc. It is used as a refreshing drink and in fruit meals for children. Pineapple is either the base or component of many beverage blends of flavors in processed foods. Physical, Chemical and organoleptic Characteristics Acidity (% as C/A) : Min 0.3 PH < 4.00 Colour : Light Yellow Flavour : Characteristic Taste : Characteristic Microbial Characteristics T.P.C. CFU/g < 50 Yeast CFU/g < 50 Mould CFU/g < 10 T.S.S (Brix) Min- 10 Acidity (%C/A) Min- 0.3 Composition per 100 gm Edible Portion (%)- 45.00 Moisture (gm)- 87.00 Protein (gm)- 00.40 Fat(gm)- 00.10 Minerals (gm)- 00.50 Fibre (gm)- 00.40 Carbohydrates (gm)- 10.80 Energy (K.cal)- 46.00 Calcim (mg)- 20.00 Phosphorus (mg)- 09.00 Iron(mg)- 02.20 Vitamin c (mg)- 39.00 Vitamin B (mg)- 00.13