Manufacturer Supply Bulk Kale Powder Spray-dried/Freeze-dried/Air-dried
Additive-Free Pure Kale Powder Supplier：YTBIO
Kale (Brassica oleracea var. sabellica) is a cruciferous vegetable with a highly concentrated nutritional profile. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, beta-carotene, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and other vitamins and minerals, as well as dietary fiber and bioactive substances such as glucosinolates, quercetin, and lutein. Our products are made by processing fresh kale into powder using standardized processes, preserving its core nutrients. YTBIO's kale powder is available in three core specifications: air-dried powder, spray-dried powder, and freeze-dried powder, to meet your diverse needs.
COA ON Regular spray-dried kale powder：
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ITEM |
STANDARD |
TEST RESULT |
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Physical & Chemical |
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Appearance |
Green Fine Powder |
Complies |
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Particle size |
98% pass through 80mesh |
Complies |
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Loss on Drying |
≤5.0% |
2.18% |
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Ash |
≤5.0% |
1.55% |
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Heavy Metal |
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Pb |
≤1.0ppm |
Complies |
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As |
≤1.0ppm |
Complies |
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Microbiological Test |
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Total plate count |
≤1,000cfu/g |
100cfu/g |
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Mold and Yeast |
≤100cfu/g |
40cfu/g |
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Coliform |
Negative |
Negative |
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E.Coli |
Negative |
Negative |
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Salmonella |
Negative |
Negative |
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Conclusion |
Conform with specification, Allergen Free, GMO Free, BSE/TSE Free. |
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Storage |
Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat |
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Packing |
By 25kgs/Drum, inner by double plastic bag |
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Shelf Life |
24 months under the above condition,and in it’s original package |
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COA ON Regular freeze-dried kale powder:
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ITEM |
STANDARD |
TEST RESULT |
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Physical & Chemical |
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Appearance |
Green Fine Powder |
Complies |
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Particle size |
98% pass through 60mesh |
Complies |
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Loss on Drying |
≤5.0% |
1.10% |
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Ash |
≤5.0% |
1.65% |
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Additive Free |
100% natural, without additive |
Complies |
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Heavy Metal |
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Pb |
≤1.0ppm |
Complies |
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As |
≤1.0ppm |
Complies |
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Microbiological Test |
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Total plate count |
≤1,000cfu/g |
100cfu/g |
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Mold and Yeast |
≤100cfu/g |
30cfu/g |
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Coliform |
Negative |
Negative |
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E.Coli |
Negative |
Negative |
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Salmonella |
Negative |
Negative |
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Conclusion |
Conform with specification, Allergen Free, GMO Free, BSE/TSE Free. |
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Storage |
Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat |
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Packing |
By 25kgs/Drum, inner by double plastic bag |
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Shelf Life |
24 months under the above condition,and in it’s original package |
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COA ON Organic air-dried kale powder：
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ITEM |
STANDARD |
TEST RESULT |
TEST METHOD |
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Physical & Chemical |
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Appearance |
Green Fine Powder |
Green Fine Powder |
Visual |
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Odor & Taste |
Characteristic |
Characteristic |
Organoleptic |
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Particle Size |
98% through 80mesh |
Complies |
USP <786> |
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Loss on Drying |
≤8.0% |
3.10% |
USP <731> |
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Ash |
≤5.0% |
1.65% |
USP <281> |
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Heavy Metal |
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As |
≤1.0ppm |
0.07ppm |
ICP-MS |
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Pb |
≤1.0ppm |
0.05ppm |
ICP-MS |
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Cd |
≤1.0ppm |
0.02ppm |
ICP-MS |
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Hg |
≤0.5ppm |
0.01ppm |
ICP-MS |
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Microbiological Test |
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Total Plate Count |
≤1,000cfu/g |
<100cfu/g |
AOAC |
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Mold and Yeast |
≤100cfu/g |
<40cfu/g |
AOAC |
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E.Coli |
Negative |
Complies |
AOAC |
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Salmonella |
Negative |
Complies |
AOAC |
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Conclusion |
Conform with specification, Non-irradiation, Non-GMO, Allergen Free, BSE/TSE Free |
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Storage |
Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat |
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Packing |
By 25kgs/Drum, inner by double plastic bag |
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Shelf Life |
24 months under the above condition, and in it’s original package |
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Product Features
1. Supplementing Daily Nutrition
Kale is rich in nutrients, with a higher vitamin C content than most leafy green vegetables, and its vitamin K content is particularly outstanding—vitamin K is crucial for calcium deposition in bones. It also provides a high-quality plant-based source of calcium.
Various leafy green vegetables (such as different varieties of kale) and their main nutrients
2. Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory
The antioxidant capacity of kale powder comes from a variety of active ingredients. Glucosinolates, in particular, can be converted into sulforaphane after cutting or chewing, helping to eliminate free radicals and reduce inflammation. In addition, polyphenols such as quercetin and kaempferol also participate in the regulation of anti-inflammatory pathways.
Anti-nutritional substances/bioactive compounds in kale
3. Supports Cardiovascular Health
The dietary fiber in kale can bind to bile acids, reducing the reabsorption of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels. At the same time, its high potassium-to-low sodium ratio (approximately 10:1) helps dilate blood vessels, playing a supporting role in blood pressure regulation.
4. Eye and Bone Health
The lutein and zeaxanthin in kale can effectively filter harmful blue light. A study published in the *American Journal of Clinical Nutrition* indicated that these two carotenoids can reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Meanwhile, the vitamin K in kale powder can activate osteocalcin, promoting calcium deposition in bones (Bone and Mineral Research, 2021).
5. Digestive Health
Kale powder is rich in both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. The former acts as a prebiotic, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacteria, while the latter increases stool volume and promotes intestinal peristalsis, helping to improve constipation. Its glycemic index (GI) is only 15-20.
6. Immune Enhancement
The vitamin C in kale powder can stimulate white blood cell activity, helping to shorten the duration of a cold; its beta-carotene can be converted into vitamin A in the body, maintaining the integrity of mucosal barriers in the respiratory and digestive tracts, helping the body resist pathogens.
Product Application Guidelines
1. Dietary Supplements
Basic Nutritional Supplements: Develop basic nutritional supplement products.
Antioxidant Products: Can be synergistically developed with antioxidants such as curcumin and grape seed extract to create cell protection products.
Cardiovascular Health Products: Kale powder can be used in combination with other lipid-lowering ingredients.
Bone Health Products: Utilize its high vitamin K and calcium content to develop bone health support products.
2. Functional Foods and Beverages
Solid Beverages: Kale powder can be used in green vegetable powders, meal replacement powders, and green juice products.
Baked Goods: Kale powder can be added to bread, biscuits, cakes, and other products to increase dietary fiber and plant nutrients.
Energy Bars and Nutrition Bars: Kale powder can be evenly mixed into bars to provide nutrition and a natural green color.
Yogurt and Smoothies: Kale powder can be used as an additive to enhance the nutritional value and color of the product.
Suggestion: Kale powder has a slightly bitter taste; consider combining it with fruit powder, honey, steviol glycosides, etc., when designing your formula.
With three different specifications, how should you choose?
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Freeze-dried powder |
Spray-dried powder |
Air-dried powder |
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Nutritional retention |
Maximizes retention of heat-sensitive components. |
Retains most water-soluble components, but high temperatures have some impact on certain heat-sensitive nutrients, and fiber is removed |
High temperatures destroy heat-sensitive nutrients, and oxidation reactions are significant. |
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Flavor characteristics |
Light grassy aroma and vegetable sweetness, close to fresh leaves. |
Mild flavor |
It may have a slight stale smell. |
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Solubility |
Quickly rehydrates with cold water, with no noticeable sediment. |
Good solubility; powder disperses rapidly |
Solubility is generally poor; fiber precipitation may occur. |
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Main applications |
High-end health food, instant powder. |
Suitable for solid beverages, health supplement capsules/tablets, and mass-produced functional foods |
Economical products, feed additives, and products with low requirements for nutrient retention. |
The above comparison is for reference only. Please make a specific choice based on a comprehensive evaluation of product positioning, formula, and other factors.
Why Choose Our Fruit and Vegetable Powder?
Complete Range of Sizes to Meet Your Needs
We offer three sizes of kale powder for your flexible selection.
Controllable Quality
Each batch of products undergoes testing for core nutritional indicators to ensure consistent quality.
Experienced Expertise
We have long served clients in the functional food, health food, and cosmetics industries, providing technical support from raw materials to formulation.
Stable Supply
We have our own factory with a mature production system and quality control, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. We support both sample testing and large-volume purchases.
If you are interested in YTBIO's kale powder or other ingredients, please feel free to contact us via online inquiry or email.
Email：sales@sxytbio.com
WhatsApp/phone：+86 17782577059
References:Khalid W, Iqra, Afzal F, et al. Industrial applications of kale (Brassica oleracea var. sabellica) as a functional ingredient: A review[J]. Int J Food Prop, 2023, 26(1): 489-501.
