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| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Black Soldier Fly Protein — For Protein Bar Production | Dried and milled BSFL protein powder derived from Hermetia illucens larvae, optimized for food-grade protein bar manufacturing |
| Life Stage | 5th–6th Instar Larvae (Pre-Pupae) | Harvested at peak protein accumulation stage for maximum nutritional yield |
| Size Range | Particle Size: 100–300 µm | Fine-milled powder grade suitable for homogeneous blending in protein bar matrices |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 5% | Low moisture ensures microbial stability and extended shelf life in finished bars |
| Protein Content | ≥ 60% (dry weight basis) | Crude protein measured by Kjeldahl method (N × 6.25); rich in essential amino acids including lysine and methionine |
| Fat Content | 10–15% (dry weight basis) | Predominantly lauric acid (C12:0); partially defatted options available at ≤ 8% for low-fat bar formulations |
| Ash Content | ≤ 8% | Mineral-rich fraction including calcium, phosphorus, and zinc; within food-grade acceptable limits |
| Survival Rate | N/A (Processed Ingredient) | Not applicable; product is fully processed dried protein powder, not live insects |
| Rearing Conditions | Temperature: 26–30°C; Humidity: 60–70% RH | Controlled indoor rearing environment ensuring biosecurity and consistent larval quality |
| Feed Source | Certified Organic Pre-Consumer Food Waste / Grain By-Products | Substrate complies with EU Regulation 2017/893 and equivalent food safety standards for insect rearing |
| Packaging | 20 kg multi-layer kraft paper bags with PE inner liner; 500 kg bulk supersacks available | Nitrogen-flushed packaging to prevent oxidation and preserve protein integrity during transit |
| Storage Conditions | Temperature: ≤ 20°C; Humidity: ≤ 55% RH; away from direct sunlight | Cool, dry, dark storage required; avoid co-storage with strong-odor substances |
| Shelf Life | 18 months (unopened, under recommended storage) | Validated by accelerated shelf-life testing; reseal immediately after opening and use within 30 days |
| Application | Protein Bar Production, Sports Nutrition, Functional Food Ingredients | Suitable as primary or supplementary protein source in cold-pressed, baked, and extruded protein bar formats |
| Certification | ISO 22000, HACCP, EU Novel Food (Regulation 2015/2283), Halal (optional), Non-GMO | Full traceability documentation and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) provided with each batch |
| MOQ | 100 kg | Minimum order quantity per SKU; sample orders of 1–5 kg available for R&D and formulation trials |
| Supply Capacity | 50,000 kg/month | Scalable production capacity with lead time of 7–14 business days; custom particle size and defatting levels available on request |
Initial chitin variance raised concern — resolved after processing adjustment
Our first 150 kg batch tested at 7.6% chitin, toward the upper end of the stated 2–8% range, which raised digestibility concerns for our sports bar application. I raised this with the technical team, who explained the batch was from an earlier harvest stage and offered a reprocessed lot with chitin reduced to 3.1% at no additional cost. The replacement batch arrived within 9 days and passed our internal AOAC 991.43 fibre panel. Protein content on the adjusted batch was 61%. Issue was handled professionally and the product now meets our formulation requirements. Cautiously optimistic for future orders.
Our first 150 kg batch tested at 7.6% chitin, toward the upper end of the stated 2–8% range, which raised digestibility concerns for our sports bar application. I raised this with the technical team, who explained the batch was from an earlier harvest stage and offered a reprocessed lot with chitin reduced to 3.1% at no additional cost. The replacement batch arrived within 9 days and passed our internal AOAC 991.43 fibre panel. Protein content on the adjusted batch was 61%. Issue was handled professionally and the product now meets our formulation requirements. Cautiously optimistic for future orders.
