Spirulina Extract Powder

Premium Spirulina Extract Powder - Natural Blue Phycocyanin from Professional Manufacturer

Our Spirulina Extract Powder is unlike the common green spirulina powders. It is extracted by a complex water extraction to separate the high-purity phycocyanin which provides a vivid azure blue pigment without the fishy odour of whole-cell goods. Founded in 2001, our 20,000 square metre facility utilises state-of-the-art extraction technology, SGS standardised laboratories and a research team of over 20 professor-level experts to guarantee unmatched quality. We offer a two-for-one ingredient that acts as a natural colourant in place of synthetic colours and as a bioactive ingredient that supports antioxidant and anti-inflammatory health claims.

Product Introduction

The product is the outcome of the ultimate natural blue pigment technology collected from Arthrospira platensis using the most advanced water purification technologies. This refined ingredient has concentrated C-Phycocyanin and Allophycocyanin and better colour stability and solubility than ordinary spirulina powders. The extraction procedure removes chlorophyll and lipid components, resulting in a pure, brilliant blue powder that is suitable for beverage formulas, confectionary applications and functional food products.

Third Test Report

Real Verification: We have our product third-party tested by authorised agencies such as SGS and Eurofins for botanical identity through microscopic analysis and DNA barcoding to ensure only pure Arthrospira platensis is present and no other species of cyanobacteria are contaminating the product.

Pesticide Residue Analysis:  Comprehensive screening for over 400 pesticide chemicals utilising GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS methodologies. All results are well below EU MRL standards (usually <0.01ppm) ensuring safe usage in organic and conventional formulations.

COA (Certificate of Analysis)

Spirulina Extract Powder Advantages

Superior Colour Stability: Our extract remains bright blue in pH 4.5-8.0, unlike synthetic dyes which fade or change colour when heat processed (up to 70°C for 30 minutes). Ideal for pasteurised beverages and baked items where consistent visual appeal is needed.

Enhanced Bioavailability: The advanced extraction technique breaks down cell walls and removes indigestible polysaccharides, leading to absorption rates of bioactive substances about 40% higher than those of whole spirulina powder, providing more powerful nutritional advantages.

No Fishy Taste Profile: Unlike full spirulina, our refined phycocyanin is free of chlorophyll and marine volatiles, resulting in a clean, neutral flavour profile that may be used for delicate applications such as children's products, smoothies and premium confectionary without disguising flavours.

Spirulina Extract Powder Application

Beverage Industry Solutions: Great for functional beverages, sports nutrition beverages and natural energy beverages that need a bright blue colour. Recommended 120-200 mesh gives great suspension qualities and pleasant taste. No sedimentation difficulties during shelf life.

Confectionery & Bakery Applications: Replacement for synthetic Blue No. 1 in gummies, sweets, icings and ornamental frostings. Heat-stable formulations can stand up to standard baking temperatures while delivering clean-label appeal that is compatible with health-conscious consumers who are looking for natural alternatives.

Dietary Supplement Formulations: Suitable for capsule fills, tablet coatings and powder blends with a focus on antioxidant support, immunological health and anti-inflammatory benefits. Optimum flowability of the coarser grades of 80-100 mesh was obtained on automated tableting equipment without capping difficulties.

Production Process

Step 1 - Raw Material Selection and Cultivation: We grow Arthrospira platensis in controlled alkaline water mediums (pH 9-11) in our dedicated farming facility. We use filtered water sources and monitor environmental conditions regularly.

Step 2 - Harvesting and Primary Filtration: Mature spirulina biomass is harvested with fine mesh filtration devices and immediately washed with purified water to eliminate culture medium residues.

Step 3 - Cell Wall Disruption and Extraction: The concentrated paste is subjected to controlled mechanical disruption and then to water extraction, under optimised pH and temperature conditions, to selectively solubilise phycocyanin proteins, leaving behind chlorophyll and lipids.

Step 4 - Purification and Concentration: The blue extract is filtered through a multi-stage filtering process including microfiltration and ultrafiltration membranes to eliminate residual contaminants and is then concentrated to the target protein density.

Step 5 - Spray Drying & QC: The concentrated extract is then spray dried through advanced nozzle systems at controlled inlet temperatures (usually 160-180 degrees Celsius) with maltodextrin as carrier if specified.

Why Choose Us?

Two Decades of Manufacturing Excellence: Since 2001, Shaanxi Hongda has perfected cultivation and extraction technologies, and has been recognised as a National High-tech Development Enterprise with a number of patent technologies, helping to ensure your products backed by proven expertise and ongoing innovation.

Quality Infrastructure: We maintain purification workshops at the 100,000 level, equipped with HPLC, GC, UV spectrophotometers, and atomic absorption instruments, which conduct rigorous testing at each stage of production. Cooperation with SGS and Eurofins provides independent verification, guaranteeing compliance with international quality standards.

Benefits of Vertical Integration: We have our own spirulina farming bases, extraction factories, and 3,000 square metre warehouses with ready stock to control the entire supply chain and ensure stable pricing, reliable delivery within 3-7 days, and a rapid response to your changing requirements.

OEM / ODM Support

Custom Formulation Development: Collaborate directly with our R&D team to develop Spirulina Extract Powder with customised phycocyanin concentrations (15%-25%), specific mesh sizes (60-200 mesh), and custom carrier systems (maltodextrin, dextrin, or carrier-free) that fit your exact application needs and processing equipment requirements.

Flexible Packaging Solutions: We offer more than just standard 25kg fibre drums. We provide custom packaging options like 1kg aluminium foil bags for sampling, 5kg or 10kg units for mid-scale operations, and private-label packaging with your branding, nutritional panels, and marketing messages to help speed up your time to market.

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FAQ

Q: What is the difference between the product and Spirulina Powder?

A: Regular spirulina powder is entire cell biomass including chlorophyll, lipids and nucleic acids. It also has a pronounced sea taste. Our product utilises selective extraction to isolate phycocyanin proteins, providing a pure blue pigment, no fishy odour, excellent water solubility and a higher concentration of antioxidants per gram.

Q: How do I select a mesh size for drinking vs tableting applications?

A: For drinks and liquid applications we propose finer mesh (120-200) for complete dispersion and smooth texture. In tableting and encapsulation case, greater flowability in hoppers and capping during compression is seen with coarser mesh (80-100), resulting in higher manufacturing efficiency.

Q: Is the extraction procedure non-irradiated and how do you ensure microbiological safety?

A: Yes, all of our output is non-irradiated. Microbial control is achieved through sterile growth conditions, flash spray-drying at controlled temperatures to eradicate pathogens and preserve bioactivity, and final testing with Total Plate Count <1,000 cfu/g without exposure to radiation.

Contact Us

Ready to elevate your products with premium Spirulina Extract Powder from a trusted manufacturer?

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