Bulk Dried Chlorella
Source86’s bulk chlorella is a food-grade green microalgae powder (Chlorella vulgaris), cultivated and processed by established producers in China. It is supplied as a spray-dried powder in conventional and organic grades, including broken cell wall grades, with a minimum of 50% protein and naturally high chlorophyll content.
Chlorella is used across dietary supplements, functional foods, protein powders, beverages, bars and bakery where a plant-based protein source and natural green color are required.
Available in bulk, Source86 supplies chlorella to procurement teams, R&D departments and food manufacturers at scale. Certifications, including Organic, Kosher and Non-GMO, are available upon request.
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Product Data
| Botanical Identity | Chlorella vulgaris |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Chlorella |
| Ingredients | 100% chlorella, with no excipients or added colors |
| Available Grades | Conventional, Organic; standard and broken cell wall |
| Physical Form | Fine, spray-dried powder |
| Appearance | Green to dark green |
| Odor and Taste | Mild, characteristic, seaweed-like |
| Protein | 50% min (55% min grades available) |
| Chlorophyll | Approx. 1.0–2.5% min, depending on grade |
| Moisture | 7–8% max |
| Ash | 7–10% max |
| Particle Size | 80 mesh (95–100% through); 100 and 120 mesh available |
| Origin | China |
| Packaging | 25 kg fiber drums with foil or double PE bags; 20 kg cartons |
| Shelf Life | 24 to 36 months |
| Storage Conditions | Cool and dry (below 20–25°C, RH below 60%), protected from strong light; do not freeze |
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Certifications & Compliance
Source86 supplies bulk chlorella with documentation commonly required for commercial ingredient sourcing and supplier qualification.
Documentation available upon request: Certificate of Analysis (COA) · Specification sheet · Allergen statement · Country-of-origin documentation · Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Certifications (availability may vary by supplier, origin and production lot): USDA Organic (NOP) · EU Organic · Kosher · Non-GMO
Producing facilities hold food safety certifications that vary by supplier, including HACCP and ISO.
For quality assurance teams requiring additional documentation, including heavy metals, PAH, microcystin or pesticide residue testing, requests can be accommodated on a per-order basis. Contact our team to confirm documentation for your compliance requirements.
Production & Sourcing
Source86 sources chlorella from established microalgae producers in China. Working with multiple qualified producers supports consistent supply, grade flexibility and reduced dependency on any single facility.
How It’s Produced
- Cultivation: Chlorella vulgaris is grown in controlled freshwater ponds or tanks with managed light, water and nutrients.
- Harvesting: Mature biomass is separated from the growth medium by centrifugation or filtration.
- Washing and Concentration: The biomass is washed to remove impurities and concentrated to reduce water content.
- Cell Wall Disruption: For broken cell wall grades, the cell wall is opened mechanically.
- Spray Drying: The concentrate is atomized into heated air and dried to a fine powder.
- Sieving, Testing and Packing: Powder is sieved to the specified mesh, tested against specification and packed in sealed drums.
Harvest & Supply Availability
Because chlorella is grown in controlled cultivation systems, it is harvested year-round and is not tied to a seasonal crop cycle.
Applications
- Dietary Supplements: Single-ingredient and green superfood blends in capsules, tablets and powders.
- Functional Foods and Protein Powders: Plant-protein contribution in protein powders, smoothie mixes and meal replacements.
- Beverages: Green color and plant protein in smoothies, juices, shakes and health drinks.
- Bars and Snacks: Inclusion in energy bars, protein bars, granola and trail mixes.
- Bakery and Confectionery: Natural green color in breads, cookies, muffins, chocolates and candies.
- Savory Products: Color and plant protein in soups, sauces, dressings and dips.
- Dairy and Non-Dairy: Inclusion in yogurt, milk alternatives and frozen desserts.
- Pet Supplements: Ingredient in pet nutrition and supplement products.
Functionality
Adds plant protein, with a minimum of 50%, to supplements and functional foods.
Provides natural green color from chlorophyll.
Blends evenly into dry mixes, beverages and doughs thanks to its fine particle size.
Helps bind dry ingredients in bars and granola.
Fine mesh grades support tablet compression and capsule filling.
Physical & Functional Characteristics
- Appearance: Fine, uniform green to dark green powder.
- Flavor: Mild, earthy and slightly grassy, with a seaweed-like note.
- Aroma: Mild and characteristic.
- Composition: 50–55% min protein, with naturally occurring chlorophyll and carotenoids.
- Moisture: Low, 7–8% max.
- Dietary Suitability: Plant-derived, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.
Benefits for Commercial Manufacturing
- Defined Protein and Pigment Specs: Minimum protein, chlorophyll and carotenoid levels support consistent formulation and QA approval.
- Broken Cell Wall Options: Grades processed for supplement and functional food use.
- Mesh Options: 80 to 120 mesh grades for blends, beverages, tablets and capsules.
- Organic and Conventional Supply: USDA and EU organic options support multiple markets.
- Contaminant Testing: Heavy metals, PAH and microcystin limits are specified on producer documentation.
- Year-Round Supply: Controlled cultivation removes seasonal supply gaps.
- Shelf-Stable Inventory: A 24 to 36-month shelf life supports forward buying.
- Documentation Readiness: COAs, specifications and certification records are available on request.
