Bulk Dried Maca
Source86’s bulk maca is a food-grade root powder made from maca (Lepidium meyenii), sourced from established growers and processors in the high Andes of Peru. It is supplied as raw (air-dried) and gelatinized powder, in conventional and organic grades, with a mild, earthy and slightly sweet flavor for commercial formulation.
Maca powder is used across dietary supplements, functional foods and sports nutrition, beverages, bars, bakery and desserts.
Available in bulk, Source86 supplies maca powder to procurement teams, R&D departments and food manufacturers at scale. Certifications, including USDA Organic, EU Organic, Kosher and Gluten-Free, are available upon request.
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Product Data
| Botanical Identity | Lepidium meyenii |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Maca |
| Plant Part Used | Root |
| Ingredients | 100% maca root, with no additives or preservatives |
| Available Grades | Raw (air-dried), gelatinized; conventional and organic |
| Appearance | Fine, homogeneous powder; beige to light brown (raw), yellow to dark yellow (gelatinized) |
| Odor and Flavor | Earthy aroma; mild, slightly sweet flavor |
| Moisture | 7–8% max |
| Origin | Peru (Andean highlands, including Ayacucho) |
| Particle Size | 60 mesh (90–95% through) |
| Packaging | 10 kg HDPE bags in 20 kg cartons; 20 kg (44 lb) bulk bags; 1,000 kg pallets; full container loads; 200 g retail packs |
| Shelf Life | 24 months (raw); up to 36 months (gelatinized) |
| Storage Conditions | Cool, clean and dry (below 25–30°C), protected from light and moisture, in tightly closed containers |
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Certifications & Compliance
Source86 supplies bulk maca powder with documentation commonly required for commercial ingredient sourcing and supplier qualification.
Documentation available upon request: Certificate of Analysis (COA) · Specification sheet · Nutritional information · 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 · JAS Organic · Kosher · Gluten-Free
Producing facilities hold food safety certifications that vary by supplier, including BRCGS and HACCP.
For quality assurance teams requiring additional documentation, including heavy metals testing, extended microbiological reports or pesticide residue analysis, requests can be accommodated on a per-order basis. Contact our team to confirm documentation for your compliance requirements.
Production & Sourcing
Source86 sources maca from established growers and processors in the high-altitude Andes of Peru, where nearly all of the world’s maca is cultivated. Working with multiple Peruvian processors supports consistent supply, grade flexibility and reduced dependency on any single producer.
How It’s Produced
- Harvesting: Mature maca roots are harvested once the plants complete their growth cycle.
- Cleaning: Roots are cleaned to remove soil and impurities.
- Gelatinization (gelatinized grades): Roots are cooked under controlled time and temperature to gelatinize the starch.
- Drying: Roots are dried, by air-drying for raw grades or after cooking for gelatinized grades.
- Milling and Sieving: Dried maca is milled and sieved to a fine, consistent powder.
- Testing and Packing: Each lot is tested against specification and packed for bulk distribution.
Harvest & Supply Availability
Maca is a cold-weather crop. In Peru, harvest typically begins in May or June and extends through August or September, depending on region and altitude. Dried root is stored and processed year-round, so bulk powder is available throughout the year.
Applications
- Dietary Supplements: Powders, capsules and tablets.
- Functional Foods and Sports Nutrition: Meal replacements, fortified snacks and sports nutrition products.
- Beverages: Smoothies, shakes, energy drinks and herbal tea blends.
- Bars and Snacks: Granola bars, protein bars and energy balls.
- Bakery: Breads, cookies, cakes and muffins, where it adds a subtle nutty, sweet note.
- Desserts and Confectionery: Puddings, ice cream and chocolates.
- Dairy and Non-Dairy: Yogurt, ice cream and milk alternatives.
- Superfood Blends and Seasonings: Blended with other botanical powders, and used in spice blends, sauces and dressings.
Functionality
Contributes a mild, earthy, slightly sweet, caramel-like note to sweet and savory systems.
Fine 60 mesh powder blends evenly into dry mixes and liquids.
Pre-gelatinized starch supports smoother incorporation into drink mixes and liquid systems.
Integrates into premixes, protein powders and superfood blends without pre-treatment.
Fine, free-flowing powder suits capsule and tablet production.
Physical & Functional Characteristics
- Appearance: Fine, homogeneous powder, free of visible impurities.
- Color: Beige to light brown (raw); yellow to dark yellow (gelatinized).
- Flavor: Mild, nutty and slightly sweet.
- Aroma: Earthy and characteristic.
- Moisture: Low, 7–8% max.
- Composition: Approx. 350–360 kcal, 10–12 g protein, 72–79 g carbohydrate and about 1 g fat per 100 g.
- Dietary Suitability: Plant-derived, vegan and vegetarian, with gluten-free certified options. Single-ingredient with no additives or preservatives.
Benefits for Commercial Manufacturing
- Raw and Gelatinized Grades: Two processing options match raw positioning or improved incorporation needs.
- Single-Origin Peruvian Supply: Sourced from the crop’s native growing region.
- Organic and Conventional Supply: USDA, EU and JAS organic options support multiple markets.
- Defined Specifications: Moisture, mesh and microbiological limits support consistent QA approval.
- Bulk to Container Volumes: From 20 kg cartons to pallet and full container loads, plus retail packs for private label.
- Shelf-Stable Inventory: A 24 to 36-month shelf life supports forward buying around the annual harvest.
- Documentation Readiness: COAs, specifications, allergen statements and certification records are available on request.
