Bulk Matcha Green Tea Powder
Source86 sources and imports Bulk Matcha Green Tea Powder (Camellia sinensis) in organic grade, supplying manufacturers, formulators, and private label brands with a stone-ground, shade-grown leaf powder milled from Japanese tencha.
Matcha powder is a core ingredient in beverages, bakery, confectionery, and functional food formulations, valued for its vibrant chlorophyll-driven color and umami-forward flavor. Source86 supplies this ingredient from Japan, working with growers who follow traditional shade-cultivation and stone-milling methods.
Organic certification, Non-GMO status, and standard food safety documentation are available depending on grade and lot. Custom pack sizes and private label formats can be arranged for both bulk industrial orders and retail-ready programs.
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Product Data
| Botanical Identity | Camellia sinensis |
|---|---|
| Plant Part | Shade-grown tea leaf (tencha), de-stemmed and stone-ground |
| Odor | Fresh and grassy |
| Flavor | Umami-forward and earthy, with a slight bitterness and natural sweetness |
| Origin Countries | Japan |
| Shelf Life | Ship and store cold or cool and dry, protected from light and moisture to preserve color and catechin content |
Certifications & Compliance
The certifications and records listed below are available based on product, origin, format, and lot. The following are available upon request.
- Certified Organic: Available for eligible organic-grade lots, with organic transaction certificates and chain-of-custody documentation
- Kosher: Certification supporting kosher-labeled formulations for eligible lots
- Halal: Certification supporting halal-labeled formulations for eligible lots
- Non-GMO: Verification documentation confirming non-GMO status for qualifying lots
- Gluten-Free: Documentation confirming the product meets gluten-free labeling thresholds
- Certificate of Analysis (COA): Lot-specific test results covering the specification fields listed in Product Data
- Product Specification Sheet: A standardized reference document detailing agreed specification ranges for supplier qualification
- Allergen Statement: A formal declaration of the product’s allergen status for regulatory and labeling use
- Country of Origin Documentation: Records confirming sourcing country for import compliance and customs clearance
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS): Handling and safety information for industrial receiving and storage protocols
- Heavy Metal Testing: Lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury tested against FDA and EU limits
- Pesticide Residue Testing: Tested against applicable US and EU maximum residue limits
- Microbiological Testing Reports: Lot-specific pathogen and microbial load results supporting food safety qualification
Production & Sourcing
Source86 sources matcha from Japan’s established shade-grown tea regions, where cultivation and processing follow traditional methods that protect the leaf’s color, flavor, and nutrient density from field to finished powder.
- Shade Cultivation: Tea plants are covered for several weeks before harvest to boost chlorophyll and amino acid content, producing the color and umami flavor associated with matcha.
- Handpicking: Selected leaves are handpicked at peak maturity to maintain consistent leaf quality.
- Steaming: Leaves are steamed immediately after harvest to halt fermentation and preserve color.
- Drying and De-Stemming: Steamed leaves are dried, then stems and veins are removed, leaving only the tender leaf material known as tencha.
- Stone Grinding: Tencha is ground into an ultra-fine powder using traditional granite stone mills, a slow process that limits heat exposure and preserves flavor and color.
- Packaging: Finished powder is packed under conditions that protect against light, heat, and moisture exposure.
Applications
- Beverages and Smoothies: A base ingredient in matcha lattes, smoothies, and ready-to-drink beverage formulations
- Bakery and Confectionery: Used in matcha-flavored cakes, cookies, and pastries for flavor and color
- Desserts and Frozen Treats: A standard ingredient in matcha ice creams, sorbets, and puddings
- Snack and Bar Production: Used in energy bars, granola bars, and snack formulations
- Functional Foods and Supplements: A raw material for wellness products built around matcha’s antioxidant profile
- Tea Blends and Infusions: Combined with other botanicals in specialty tea and infusion products
- Dairy and Plant-Based Products: Used in matcha-flavored yogurts, milk alternatives, and protein products
Physical & Functional Characteristics
Ultra-fine, free-flowing powder with a smooth, silky texture.
Umami-forward and earthy, with a slight bitterness and natural sweetness.
Fresh, grassy fragrance characteristic of high-quality matcha
Extremely fine and smooth, finer than standard leaf powders due to stone grinding
Low residual moisture supports shelf stability and flowability
Contains catechins, caffeine, L-theanine, chlorophyll, and trace vitamins and minerals
Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free; contains natural caffeine
Single-ingredient leaf powder with no fillers, sweeteners, or added carriers
Ultra-fine particle size is prone to clumping and airborne fines, requiring controlled humidity during handling
Color, flavor, and catechin content degrade with light, heat, and oxygen exposure, favoring opaque, sealed, and cold-chain storage
Functionality
- Color Delivery: Contributes a stable chlorophyll-driven green color across beverage, bakery, and dessert formulations
- Dry-Blend Compatibility: Integrates uniformly into dry mixes such as bar and snack formulations without segregating
- Fine Dispersion: Ultra-fine particle size disperses smoothly into liquids, supporting a consistent mouthfeel in beverages
- Flavor Modulation: Contributes umami and mild bitterness that balances sweetness in formulated products
- Antioxidant Contribution: Delivers catechin-based antioxidant compounds that support functional food positioning
- Heat Sensitivity Management: Requires controlled processing temperatures to preserve color and catechin content through baking or thermal processing
- Moisture Behavior: Low inherent moisture limits water contribution to dry formulations, supporting shelf-stable dry mixes
Benefits for Commercial Manufacturing
- Single-Origin Traceability: Sourced from Japan’s established matcha-growing regions, supporting clear origin documentation for label claims
- Organic Grade Availability: Certified organic lots support clean label and premium positioning without a secondary sourcing relationship
- Documentation Support: COA, allergen statements, and origin records streamline supplier qualification and incoming QA review
- Format Flexibility: Bulk industrial packaging and smaller retail-ready formats support both large-scale manufacturing and private label programs
- Processing Consistency: Traditional stone-grinding methods deliver consistent particle size and color across production lots
- Cold-Chain Handling Guidance: Documented storage requirements help buyers protect potency and color from origin through end use
