Product Description

Organic Phycocyanin Powder (Arthrospira platensis), also known as Blue Spirulina Powder is a premium natural blue colorant distinguished by its exceptional color intensity and versatile functional benefits. Blue spirulina powder is a plant-based protein source rich in natural antioxidants, designed to support daily vitality and overall wellness. Blue spirulina powder has a beautiful dark blue color. You can use it in your food, drink, supplement and cosmetics products.

Key Active Components & Their Benefits

Phycocyanin – As the primary bioactive compound in blue spirulina, phycocyanin is a potent water-soluble antioxidant known for protecting cells from oxidative stress and offering potential anti-inflammatory benefits. The higher the phycocyanin content, the stronger the color intensity and antioxidant activity.

Natural Blue Pigment – Responsible for the vibrant blue hue, phycocyanin is widely used as a natural alternative to synthetic blue colorants (such as Brilliant Blue). It delivers consistent, stable color in functional beverages, gummies, and confectionery—meeting the growing demand for clean-label, plant-based ingredients.

Plant-Based Protein – Rich in protein and essential amino acids, blue spirulina powder serves as a nutritional foundation rather than merely a coloring agent—supporting daily vitality and overall wellness in a single ingredient.

Antioxidant & Wellness Support – Studied for immune support, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. Phycocyanin helps combat oxidative stress while offering potential benefits for skin vitality and overall health.

Clean Label & Certified – Organic (USDA and EU), HACCP, ISO22000, Kosher, Halal, and FDA certified. Natural and plant-based, no fishy taste, no flavoring agents, GMO-free, no fillers, no allergens, no additives, no preservatives. Vibrant color guaranteed.

Why Choose Us

Our standardized Organic Phycocyanin Powder completely resolves the color instability, batch variability, and global compliance vulnerabilities often associated with conventional phycocyanin sourcing. Produced from carefully cultivated organic spirulina and processed using advanced extraction and purification technology, our phycocyanin sets a new benchmark for purity and performance.

High Phycocyanin Content – ≥20% phycocyanin for stronger color and antioxidant activity. Multiple grades and customized specifications available to suit your formulation needs.

Certified Organic & Traceable – 100% organic spirulina from controlled cultivation environments with stable quality and full traceability.

High-Efficiency Extraction Technology – Independently developed phycocyanin extraction process achieving dual guarantees of high extraction yield and high purity.

Membrane Ultrafiltration Technology – Advanced separation and purification technology effectively removes impurities, significantly improving product quality and stability.

Strict Heavy Metal & Microbial Safety – Every batch is third-party tested for phycocyanin content, purity, microbial limits, heavy metals, and residue compliance, including Salmonella, E. coli, and total plate count verification before shipment approval. Full COAs provided with every shipment.

Sustainable & Transparent Supply Chain
Cultivated through controlled organic farming methods with full farm-to-powder traceability, our phycocyanin is produced with minimal environmental impact and backed by comprehensive organic certification. Batch quality reports and certificates accompany every shipment, and ample stock ensures reliable just-in-time delivery. Samples are readily available for your formulation trials.

Flexible Application & Customization
Available in multiple professional grades to suit diverse applications—from food and beverage, dietary supplements, and gummies to smoothie powders, sports nutrition, and cosmetics. We support Bulk, OEM, and Private Label supply, with clean-label compliance, customizable formulations and specifications, and consistent batch quality to meet the most demanding standards.

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★
"Previous blue spirulina ingredients left us with inconsistent color and fishy aftertaste. This organic phycocyanin powder delivers a vibrant, stable blue with no off-flavors, and the COAs with phycocyanin content data for every batch let us formulate without re-testing in-house."
— Quality Assurance Manager, Functional Beverage Company

★★★★★
"Batch-to-batch variability in blue spirulina powder was a constant headache—different shades of blue, inconsistent solubility, varying phycocyanin levels. This supplier's COAs cover phycocyanin potency for every batch, and their instant water solubility solved our gummy formulation issues—no more clumping or sediment."
— Operations Director, Supplement Contract Manufacturer

★★★★★
"Our functional beverage line needed a natural blue colorant that wouldn't compromise taste or visual appeal. This organic phycocyanin powder dissolves instantly with no fishy taste, and the vibrant blue holds stable throughout shelf life. Customers love the clean-label natural blue positioning, and organic certification supports our claims."
— Product Development Lead, Premium Wellness Brand

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the actual difference between phycocyanin powder and spirulina powder?
A: Spirulina powder is the whole green algae, while phycocyanin is the extracted blue pigment. Phycocyanin delivers a vibrant blue color with high water solubility and no fishy taste, making it ideal for clean-label coloring. Spirulina is green, less soluble, and has a stronger marine flavor.

Q2: How do you ensure batch-to-batch consistency?
A: Every batch is rigorously tested for phycocyanin content, purity, moisture, solubility, and color uniformity via UV-Vis spectrophotometry. Our fixed sourcing protocols, controlled cultivation conditions, and standardized processing ensure consistent potency and visual performance across every shipment. Comprehensive COAs accompany each batch.

Q3: How do you prevent heavy metal and microbial contamination?
A: Our mitigation strategy includes: (1) cultivating our own organic spirulina in controlled environments; (2) low-temperature extraction and membrane filtration purification; and (3) third-party testing for lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, microbial limits, and residue compliance. Full COAs provided with every shipment.

Q4: Can phycocyanin be used in hot applications without losing color or bioactivity?
A: Phycocyanin is heat-sensitive. For hot applications, we recommend adding late in mixing or formulating with slight overage. For high-heat processing, contact our technical team for formulation guidance.

Q5: How does phycocyanin perform in cold-beverage applications?
A: Exceptionally well. Our water-soluble powder disperses instantly in cold water, milk, or plant-based beverages without clumping—no pre-mixing required. The blue color remains stable with minimal sedimentation, ideal for RTD beverages, smoothies, and functional drinks.

Q6: Is your phycocyanin certified organic?
A: Yes. Certified organic (EU, USDA Organic as applicable), vegan, non-GMO, non-allergen. No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives added.

Q7: Is the color and nutrient content stable?
A: Yes. Our controlled processing preserves active compounds, ensuring consistent vibrant blue color and nutrient potency throughout shelf life. Each batch is tested for color uniformity and phycocyanin content to guarantee reliable performance.

Q8: What documentation is available?
A: We provide organic certificates,batch-specific COAs (heavy metals, microbiology, solubility, moisture, phycocyanin content), pesticide residue screening, non-GMO declarations,and irradiation-free statements—all available in English.

Q9: Do you offer customization options?
A: Absolutely.We offer flexibility across multiple dimensions:

Packaging: Drum(25kg),vacuum-packed,or aluminum foil bags; sizes from 1kg samples to bulk palletized shipments.

Private labeling: We can package under your brand with customized labels,including your artwork and regulatory-compliant nutrition panels.

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