Chia Seeds
Product Description
Fittree International supplies premium-grade Raw Chia Seeds, sourced from the finest crops and processed under strict hygiene standards for global manufacturers and retailers. Rich in protein, fiber, and Omega-3s, our gluten-free seeds offer exceptional purity, consistency, and a long shelf life to meet rigorous international market demands.
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Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Small, oval-shaped seeds with a shiny surface |
| Color | Black, white, or a mix of both |
| Size | 1mm to 2mm |
| Purity | 99% to 99.5% |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% max |
| Admixture | 0.5% max |
| Moisture Content | 6% to 8% max |
| Odor | Neutral, slightly nutty aroma |
| Broken Seeds | 1% max |
| Origin | India |
| Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | 6% to 8% max |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 18% to 22% |
| Protein Content | 16% to 23% |
| Fiber Content | 30% to 36% |
| Total Fat | 30% to 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 37% to 42% |
| Ash Content | 4% max |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | As per food safety standards |
Packaging & Shipping Details
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Packing:
- Food-grade poly bags, vacuum-sealed bags, or paper bags
- Standard Sizes: 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, or customized packing
- 20ft Container: 22 Metric Tons (MT)
- 40ft Container: 28 Metric Tons (MT)
- Up to 2 years when stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, light, and heat.
Product Description
At Fittree International, we supply premium-grade Raw Chia Seeds, a global superfood staple known for its exceptional nutritional profile and versatility. Sourced from the finest crops and processed under strict hygiene standards, our Chia Seeds are ideal for food manufacturers, health supplement formulators, and retail packagers.
Naturally gluten-free and packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and essential Omega-3 fatty acids, our seeds meet the rigorous demands of the international market, ensuring purity, consistency, and long shelf life.
Key Features & Health Benefits
- Superfood Grade: High concentration of Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) Omega-3s.
- 99.9% Purity: Mechanically cleaned and optical sorted to ensure zero foreign matter.
- Versatile Application: Perfect for bakery products, beverages, energy bars, and functional foods.
- Dietary Friendly: Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Non-GMO.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chia Seeds — answered by our export team.
Salvia hispanica: approx. 17–22% ALA omega-3 in total oil (30–35% oil content), 34–38% dietary fiber, and 20–22% protein per 100 g dry weight. Complete nutritional analysis from NABL labs provided per batch.
Absorb up to 12–15 times their weight in 15 minutes (1:9 water ratio), forming a stable gel. Gel-forming capacity (water absorption ratio) tested per batch for consistent performance in food product applications.
99–99.5% purity (CHIA-grade per CODEX), moisture below 7%, foreign matter below 0.5%, extraneous seeds below 0.5%. Black and white (blonde) chia available separately. Machine-cleaned and sortex-sorted.
MOQ is 1 MT. A 20 ft container holds 20–22 MT. Trial orders of 500 kg accepted for first-time verified international buyers.
Yes. Chia Seeds are approved as Novel Food in the EU under Regulation 2017/2470. We provide EU Novel Food compliance documentation with every shipment to European buyers. USDA Organic, non-GMO, and Halal/Kosher options also available.
Pesticide residues (EU MRL compliant), heavy metals, aflatoxin, Salmonella, E. Coli, TPC, moisture, purity, and ALA/fatty acid profile by GC-MS. Full COA from NABL labs accompanies every export shipment.
