Spirulina Algae Powder
Spirulina Algae Powder is a highly nutritious food source that comes from the blue-green microalgae plant, Arthrospira. It is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it an excellent addition to a healthy diet. Spirulina powder is also a good source of essential amino acids, vitamins B1, B2, B3, copper, and iron. It contains phycocyanin, a pigment-protein complex believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Spirulina powder can be easily consumed in many forms and added to various food items, such as smoothies, soups, and juices.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder, Solid
- Powder
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Pets
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Product Families
- Whole Foods & Extracts
- Nutrient Premixes
- Algae & Extracts
Other characteristics
- Functions
- Whole Food Ingredient
- Ingredient Name
- Spirulina Powder
- Labeling Claims
Additive-free, Alcohol-free, Allergen-free, Colorants-free, GMO-free, Gluten-free, Halal, Kosher, Nanomaterials-free, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Preservative-free; Additive-free; Alcohol-free; Allergen-free; Colorants-free; GMO-free; Gluten-free; Halal; Kosher; Nanomaterials-free; Naturally Derived; Plant-Based; Preservative-free
- Certifications & Compliance
BRC Certified, FDA Compliant, GFSI Certified, Good Agricultural & Collection Practice (GACP) Compliant, Halal, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Kosher
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Markets
- Agriculture & Feed
- Food & Nutrition
- Shelf LIfe
- 6 Years (at T - max. 25°C, RH - max. 65%)
- Ingredient
- Spirulina Algae Powder
- Technology
- Animal Feed & Nutrition
- Food Ingredients
- Ingredient Origin
- Natural Origin
- Plant Origin
- Quality Standards
- BRCGS
- Storage Protection
All goods must be free of living and dead insects or other pests. Irradiation with ionizing radiation is conform to No. 1991/2/EC prohibited. Products explicitly may not be fumigated with Ethylene oxide nor Bromomethane. Storage protection may only be perfomed with EU approved treatments.
- Applicable Requirements
Additives :; This product shall be free of additives including but not limited to artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, sweeteners unlessspecifially stated in this specification.; GACP :; The product must be manufactured by the standards of the EMEA-GACP 2006 (Good Agricultural and Collection Practice).; Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) :; As per legislation (EC) No. 1829/2003 and (CG) No. 1830/2003, this product must not be genetically modified nor produced using genetically modified organisms and suege sludge.; Nanomaterials :; The Supplier guarantees that the delivered raw material will be manufactured without the use of nanotechnological methods.
- Packaging Specification
All components of the packaging must meet the requirements of regulation EC No. 1335/2004 and directive 2002/72/EC. May not contain MOSH and MOAH. Packaging must be clean, tidy and properly closed.
- Food Ingredients Features
- Non-Irradiated
- Ovo-Lacto Vegetarian Suitable
- Sewage Sludge Free
- Suitable for Vegetarian Foods
- Certifications and Compliance
BRC Certified; FDA Compliant; GFSI Certified; Good Agricultural & Collection Practice (GACP) Compliant; Halal; Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP); Kosher
- Animal Feed & Nutrition Functions
- Whole Food Ingredient
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
9 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aflatoxin B1 | max. 2 | ppb | DIN EN 17641, LC-MS/MS |
| Ash Content | max. 10 | % | Ph.Eur 2.4.16 |
| Impurities | max. 2 | % | internal |
| Loss on Drying | max. 10 | % | Ph.Eur 2.2.32 |
| Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons | max. 50 | ppb | DIN EN 16619, GC-MS |
| Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids | max. 200 | ppb | BfR-PA-Tee-2.0/2014, SPE-LC/MS |
| Particle Size | max. 250 | μm | sensory |
| Sum Aflatoxin (B1+B2+G1+G2) | max. 4 | ppb | DIN EN 17641, LC-MS/MS |
| Tropane Alkaloids | max. 0.1 | ppb | BfR-PA-Tee-2.0/2014, SPE-LC/MS |
Table 2 of 3
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| E. Coli | max. 10 | cfu/g | Ph. Eur. or accredited Lab |
| Entercocci & Coliforms | max. 10³ | cfu/g | Ph. Eur. or accredited Lab |
| Salmonella | absent | /25g | Ph. Eur. or accredited Lab |
| Total Plate Count | max. 10⁵ | cfu/g | Ph. Eur. or accredited Lab |
| Yeasts and Molds | max. 10⁴ | cfu/g | Ph. Eur. or accredited Lab |
Table 3 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | max. 0.5 | ppm | DIN EN 15763, ICP-MS |
| Cadmium Content | max. 0.5 | ppm | DIN EN 15763, ICP-MS |
| Lead Content | max. 1 | ppm | DIN EN 15763, ICP-MS |
| Mercury Content | max. 0.05 | ppm | DIN EN 15763, ICP-MS |
