Blue Spirulina Powder E6 (Phycocyanin)

Product Name: Blue Spirulina Powder E6 (Phycocyanin)
(Natural Blue Spirulina Extract Powder)

Price:
30 g — 290 THB
1 kg — 7,800 THB
25 kg or more — (Upon Request)

Product Description:

Blue Spirulina Powder E6 is a vibrant natural blue pigment extracted from Arthrospira platensis (Spirulina).
It is rich in phycocyanin, a potent antioxidant known for its bright blue hue and health-promoting properties.
Ideal for use in food, beverage, and dietary supplement formulations that seek natural coloring and functional benefits.

Form: Deep blue fine powder extracted from Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis)

SKU: BSP-E3, BSP-E6, BSP-E18 (varies by concentration)

Type: Natural Pigment / Functional Ingredient

 

Technical Information:

Color: Bright blue to blue-green

Phycocyanin Concentration (PC): E3: ~30% / E6: ~60% / E18: ≥ 18 OD (Optical Density at 620 nm)

Water Solubility: Excellent (fully water-soluble)

Odor/Taste: No seaweed taste or odor

Form: Micronized fine powder

 

Applications:

Food Industry (Food Applications)

Purpose: Natural blue coloring + antioxidant enhancement

Uses: Healthy bakery items, ice cream, or gelato — adds ocean-blue tones / Candies, jellies — replaces synthetic blue coloring (E133) / Plant-based meats — for natural visual appeal (e.g., vegan sausages, ham substitutes)

Plant-based products: such as vegetarian sausages and plant-based ham.

 

Beverage Industry (Functional Beverages)

Purpose: Adds vivid natural color and antioxidant value

Uses:

• Instant drink powders: As a natural active and coloring agent
• Smoothies / Superfood Drinks: Adds an eye-catching blue tone
• Functional waters / Beauty drinks: Enhances brand appeal
• Sparkling or RTD beverages: For cold or non-pasteurized formulations
• Blue Latte / Color Latte: Combines with plant-based milk for a signature drink

Note: Not suitable for high-heat pasteurization — color may fade at > 60°C.

Dietary Supplement Industry

Purpose: Natural antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and detox support

Uses:

• Capsules, sachet powders (standalone or in blends)
• Functional gummies (antioxidant-rich)
• Immunity jellies (with vitamin C and fruit extracts)
• Nutricosmetic or skin-beauty formulas
• Anti-fatigue or brain health blends

 

Note: Avoid exposure to light or temperatures above 60°C to preserve the color and active compounds.

Shelf life: 24 months in a tightly sealed, light-protected container.

 

Storage & Stability:

• Price Range: E3: Accessible / E6: Mid to Premium / E18 / E40: Premium Grade
• Target Market: Functional beverage brands / Nutricosmetic and beauty supplement companies / Clean-label product developers

Key Selling Points: 100% natural plant-based pigment / No synthetic dyes or chemicals High antioxidant activity (Phycocyanin) Vegan, Non-GMO, and Clean Label compliant

 

Regulatory & Certification Information:

• Certifications: Non-GMO, Clean Label
• Compliances:
  • Non-synthetic
  • Suitable for health and wellness products
• Available Documents: COA, MSDS, Specification Sheet, Stability Test

Origin:

• China / India (GMP-certified algae farms)
• Processing: Food-grade extraction under HACCP standards

 

Blue Spirulina Powder E6 is a vibrant natural blue pigment extracted from Arthrospira platensis (Spirulina).
It is rich in phycocyanin, a potent antioxidant known for its bright blue hue and health-promoting properties.
Ideal for use in food, beverage, and dietary supplement formulations that seek natural coloring and functional benefits.

 

Expert Collaboration Recommended:

1. Formulation Expertise:

• Optimize usage level (overuse may reduce color under light or high pH)
• Understand pH stability — not suitable for highly acidic formulas
• Avoid exposure to temperatures ( > 60-70 C) ( unstable under UHT or high-heat processes)

2. Product Development:

• Pair with sweeteners or fibers that preserve color and texture
• Create formulations that are healthy, stable, and sensory appealing

3. Regulatory & QA/QC:

• Ensure proper documentation (COA, Spec, MSDS, safety compliance)
• Follow FDA / EFSA clean-label guidelines
• Differentiate clearly between natural colorant and functional extract classifications

 

Recommended Development Team:

• R&D Food/Beverage Formulator
• Nutritionist / Food Technologist
• Natural Extract Specialist
• Food Regulatory or QA Team (for registration and compliance)