SUPERFOOD PRODUCTS
Spirulina Powder – B2B Export Product Details
Technical, commercial and procurement information for international buyers.
Product Description
Spirulina Powder is an India-origin superfood and functional ingredient supplied for international B2B procurement. The declared botanical/raw-material identity is Arthrospira platensis (commonly marketed as Spirulina), using Dried microalgal biomass. In the contracted grade it is presented as Fine, uniform powder, with a typical deep green to blue-green appearance, characteristic marine/green algal aroma and characteristic earthy/green, slightly marine taste profile. Available commercial supply is Powder; mesh as agreed; cut size, mesh, grading, sterilization or other processing requirements should be agreed before order confirmation.
Typical applications include Nutrition powders; functional foods and beverages; tablets/capsules through downstream manufacturers; natural colour applications where permitted; private-label nutraceutical products.. For export purchasing, the buyer should approve a written product specification and batch COA. Recommended quality verification includes Identity; moisture; protein and phycocyanin where specified; microbiology; heavy metals; pesticide residues where applicable; microcystins/cyanotoxins; arsenic specification; particle size; additives/carriers declaration.. No additives expected for a single-ingredient grade unless specifically declared; any preservative, sulphite, carrier, sugar, oil or processing aid must be disclosed on the specification/COA Final acceptance criteria, destination-country limits, lab methods and labeling requirements always govern the shipment.
Damodarr Global supports bulk procurement with food-grade export packaging, customized packing subject to MOQ, quality-document coordination and standard commercial export documentation. The standard export MOQ shown for this content set is 1 Metric Ton; shipment terms, lead time, Incoterm, packing configuration and testing panel should be confirmed in the quotation.
Product & Commercial Profile
Core identity and supply information for enquiry comparison.
Category
SUPERFOOD PRODUCTS
Botanical / Scientific Name
Arthrospira platensis (commonly marketed as Spirulina)
Common Name
Spirulina Powder
Plant Part / Raw Material
Dried microalgal biomass
Form
Powder; mesh as agreed
Indicative HS Code
121221 / 210690 (indicative; verify before filing)
Technical & Quality Profile
Final acceptance criteria should follow the buyer-approved specification and applicable batch COA.
Appearance
Fine, uniform powder
Color
Deep green to blue-green
Aroma
Characteristic marine/green algal aroma
Taste
Characteristic earthy/green, slightly marine
Moisture
As per approved Product Specification / batch COA
Foreign Matter
Controlled; as per approved Product Specification / batch COA
Purity
As per Buyer Specification / batch COA; identity, cleanliness and composition must match the approved product specification.
Particle / Cut Size
Mesh/particle size to buyer specification; sieve analysis can be included in COA when requested
Additives / Carrier Declaration
No additives expected for a single-ingredient grade unless specifically declared; any preservative, sulphite, carrier, sugar, oil or processing aid must be disclosed on the specification/COA
Storage
Store in sealed food-grade packaging in a cool, dry, clean, odour-free area away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and pests. Protect powders and hygroscopic ingredients from humidity; follow FIFO/FEFO and buyer-agreed storage conditions.
Product Highlights
- Country of Origin: India
- Botanical identity: Arthrospira platensis (commonly marketed as Spirulina)
- Commercial form: Powder; mesh as agreed
- Export-grade bulk supply for B2B buyers
- Buyer-specification grading / cut size / mesh where applicable
- Batch testing and export documentation support
- For spirulina, buyers commonly specify identity, microbiology, heavy metals, microcystins and nutritional parameters
Available Export Forms
- Powder
- mesh as agreed
- customized cut size / mesh / cleaning grade subject to buyer specification
Applications
- Nutrition powders
- functional foods and beverages
- tablets/capsules through downstream manufacturers
- natural colour applications where permitted
- private-label nutraceutical products
Industries & Buyer Types
- Nutraceutical and supplement manufacturers
- functional-food and beverage companies
- health-food brands
- ingredient importers/distributors
- private-label businesses
Packaging & Export Documentation
Packaging Options
- 10 kg / 20 kg / 25 kg food-grade lined bags
- Kraft or multiwall export bags with inner liner
- Food-grade drums for selected powder grades (subject to order)
- Customized bulk / private-label packaging subject to MOQ
Export Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Product Specification Sheet
- SDS / MSDS where requested
- Microbiological Test Report where applicable
- Heavy Metal Test Report where applicable
- Pesticide Residue Report where required
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary / Fumigation Certificate subject to commodity and importing-country requirements
- Commercial Invoice and Packing List
COA / Lab Parameters Buyers May Specify
Testing scope should be agreed by product, buyer specification and destination-market requirement.
- Identity
- moisture
- protein and phycocyanin where specified
- microbiology
- heavy metals
- pesticide residues where applicable
- microcystins/cyanotoxins
- arsenic specification
- particle size
- additives/carriers declaration
Export Compliance & Pre-Shipment Checks
Agricultural and food-ingredient export requirements vary by product form and destination market.
Use the current Indian export and destination-market requirements applicable to the exact product form. Confirm IEC and applicable FSSAI/exporter registrations; Spices Board registration may apply to spices/spice products, and APEDA requirements may apply to scheduled agricultural products. Check destination-country pesticide MRLs, microbiological/contaminant limits, labeling rules, import permits and plant-health requirements before shipment. Phytosanitary and fumigation certificates are issued/provided only where the commodity and importing-country conditions require them. Country-of-origin statements on shipping documents must match the actual legally qualifying origin of the shipped lot.
Indicative HS reference: 121221 / 210690. Verify the current Indian 8-digit ITC(HS) before customs filing. Classification can change with whole vs. ground/powder form, drying method, added carriers/sugars, blends, extracts or other processing, and tariff revisions.
Why International Buyers Source This Product from India
International buyers source India-origin Spirulina Powder for bulk superfood, functional-food and ingredient programs. India offers agricultural sourcing, cleaning, milling, grading and export consolidation capabilities, while buyers typically control identity, purity, moisture, microbiology, residues, heavy metals and product-specific quality parameters through an approved specification and batch COA. For spirulina, buyers commonly specify identity, microbiology, heavy metals, microcystins and nutritional parameters.
Why Choose Damodarr Global
- Standard export MOQ starting from 1 Metric Ton
- India-origin Spirulina Powder supplied in powdered commercial grades
- Buyer-specification processing, sizing/mesh and quality parameters
- Batch-wise COA and third-party laboratory testing support where required
- Food-grade bulk packaging and customized packing options
- Certificate of Origin, commercial export documents and destination-specific documentation support
- Dedicated B2B support for importers, distributors, manufacturers and private-label buyers
Target Buyer Profile
- Primary buyers: Nutraceutical and supplement manufacturers, functional-food and beverage companies, health-food brands
- Typical buyer markets: importers and manufacturers across North America, Europe, Australia and the Middle East sourcing India-origin Spirulina Powder
- Best fit for buyers who need: buyer-specification grading, batch COA/lab testing support, and private-label or custom bulk packaging
What Buyers Should Confirm Before Requesting a Quotation
- Required product form / grade: Powder; mesh as agreed
- Particle or cut-size requirement: Mesh/particle size to buyer specification; sieve analysis can be included in COA when requested
- Order quantity against MOQ: 1 Metric Ton
- Required COA / laboratory parameters and any buyer-specific limits
- Bulk or private-label packaging format, pack weight and labeling requirements
- Destination country, importer requirements, shipment documents and any plant-health / treatment conditions that apply
- HS classification: use 121221 / 210690 (indicative; verify before filing) only as an indicative reference and verify the final applicable ITC(HS) before filing
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyer-focused FAQs for Spirulina Powder.
What is Spirulina Powder and what botanical identity should be declared?
Spirulina Powder is supplied as an India-origin botanical/food ingredient. The botanical identity is Arthrospira platensis (commonly marketed as Spirulina), and the contracted plant part/raw material is Dried microalgal biomass. The specification and COA should use the same identity.
Which export forms of Spirulina Powder are available?
The standard commercial form is Powder; mesh as agreed. Additional cut sizes, milling/mesh grades or related forms can be supplied only where agreed in the purchase specification.
What are the main B2B applications for Spirulina Powder?
Typical applications include Nutrition powders; functional foods and beverages; tablets/capsules through downstream manufacturers; natural colour applications where permitted. Suitability depends on the buyer's formulation, destination-market rules and final approved grade.
Which quality tests should an importer request for Spirulina Powder?
A buyer should request a batch COA and, where relevant, testing for Identity; moisture; protein and phycocyanin where specified; microbiology; heavy metals; pesticide residues where applicable. Product-specific marker or functional tests should be included when contractually required.
What is the MOQ and can packaging be customized?
The standard export MOQ is 1 Metric Ton. Food-grade bulk packaging, customized pack weights and private-label options can be discussed subject to product, pack format and order volume.
What HS code and export documents apply to Spirulina Powder?
The indicative HS reference in this sheet is 121221 / 210690. The final Indian 8-digit ITC(HS) must be verified for the exact form/composition before filing. Typical shipment documents include Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, COA and product-specific certificates such as phytosanitary or fumigation documentation where the importing country requires them.
Are additives or carriers used in Spirulina Powder?
No additives expected for a single-ingredient grade unless specifically declared; any preservative, sulphite, carrier, sugar, oil or processing aid must be disclosed on the specification/COA
Export note: Regulatory, testing, labeling, phytosanitary, fumigation and documentation requirements can change by commodity, processing form and importing country. Confirm the current requirements for the specific shipment before dispatch.
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