Gelatinized Maca Powder
Organic gelatinized maca powder, cooked by extrusion before drying and milling to a gelatinization index above 95%. Moisture below 9%, 24-month shelf life. For capsules, tablets and beverage powders. MOQ 200 kg.
> 95%
< 9%
80
24 months
USDA · EU · Canada
200 kg
Product Details
Gelatinized maca is cooked by extrusion before it is dried and milled, so the starch in the root is gelatinized (pre-cooked). Our specification sets a gelatinization index above 95%. It is the preferred format of capsule and tablet manufacturers and of beverage powder producers.
Step by step: sun-dried roots are selected and washed with potable water, chopped and extruded at 105–140 °C, the critical control point of the HACCP plan. They are then dried at 60 °C for about 2.5 hours, milled and sieved to 80 mesh with a 10,000-gauss magnet, packed and checked with a metal detector. Nothing is added and the powder is not irradiated.
It is available from yellow, black or red maca, each with its own specification sheet. Each lot ships with its certificate of analysis.
Technical Specifications
Typical values from our technical datasheet. Each lot ships with its certificate of analysis.
Physical and chemical
| Botanical name | Lepidium meyenii Walp. |
|---|---|
| Part used | Root |
| Appearance | Homogeneous powder, free of foreign particles |
| Color | Beige, per reference sample |
| Odor and flavor | Characteristic |
| Moisture | < 9% |
| Gelatinization index | > 95% |
| Particle size | 80 mesh |
| Irradiation | Not irradiated |
| Additives | None: no preservatives, colors or flavors |
| Allergens | None in the product or on the processing line |
Microbiology
| Aerobic plate count | < 10,000 cfu/g |
|---|---|
| Molds | < 100 cfu/g |
| Yeasts | < 100 cfu/g |
| Staphylococcus aureus | < 10 cfu/g |
| Salmonella sp. | Absent in 25 g |
| E. coli | < 10 cfu/g |
| Coliforms | < 10 cfu/g |
| Bacillus cereus | < 100 cfu/g |
Heavy metals
| Cadmium | < 0.5 mg/kg |
|---|---|
| Lead | < 0.5 mg/kg |
| Mercury | < 0.1 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | < 0.5 mg/kg |
Typical nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 362 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 12.9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 75.9 g |
| Dietary fiber | 5.3 g |
| Fat | 0.7 g |
| Ash | 4.8 g |
Packaging, Storage and Trade Terms
Packaging and storage
| Packaging | 5 kg high-barrier bags (nylon + polyethylene) |
|---|---|
| Carton | 5 bags per carton, 39 × 29 × 32 cm, approx. 26.3 kg |
| Other formats | 25 kg PE-lined drums, 25 kg paper sacks, 200 g doypacks |
| Storage | 15–30 °C, 40–50% RH, away from sunlight and heat |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
Trade terms
| Minimum order | 200 kg |
|---|---|
| Incoterms | FOB Callao (Peru) or CIF your port |
| Lead time | 15–20 business days from order confirmation |
| Samples | Free for qualified buyers, with COA and spec sheet |
Certifications and Documents
Certifications
- USDA Organic
- EU Organic
- Canada Organic
- Halal
- HACCP
- GMP
Copies of the certificates are available on request.
Documents with each shipment
- Certificate of analysis for each lot
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate, when required
- Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading
Applications
- Capsules and tablets
- Beverage and shake powders
- Instant drinks
- Powder blends
- Private-label retail pouches
Buying Gelatinized Maca Powder from Peru
We ship gelatinized maca powder from Callao, Peru, by sea or air: FOB Callao or CIF to your port, usually 15–20 business days after order confirmation. Every lot travels with its certificate of analysis, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate when required, commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading.
United States and Canada
Organic shipments into the US travel with an NOP Import Certificate, and most food importers in Canada need a Safe Food for Canadians licence. Our guide lists the documents your customs broker and QA team will ask for.
Maca sourcing guide for US and Canadian importers →United Kingdom and European Union
Organic shipments into the EU travel with an electronic certificate of inspection in TRACES. Our guide covers organic imports, checks on every lot, labelling and private label.
Guide for UK and EU maca buyers →India and Australia
We quote CIF to ports in India and Australia. Ask us for current prices and the transit time to your port.
Asia and the Middle East
Our maca powders are Halal certified. We quote CIF to ports in Japan, Korea, Taiwan and the Gulf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does gelatinized mean?
The roots are cooked by extrusion at 105–140 °C before drying and milling, which gelatinizes (pre-cooks) their starch. Our specification sets a gelatinization index above 95%.
Which maca colors can you supply gelatinized?
Yellow, black and red maca, each with its own specification sheet.
Which packaging options are there?
5 kg high-barrier bags, five per carton, or 25 kg PE-lined drums and 25 kg paper sacks. For retail, 200 g doypacks are also available.
Is it organic?
Yes: USDA Organic and EU Organic, certified by Control Union, and Canada Organic. It is also Halal certified.
What is the minimum order?
200 kg for bulk powder. We ship FOB Callao or CIF to your port, usually 15–20 business days after order confirmation.
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