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Bulk Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder Wholesale
China
Supplier's customization ability
- Drawing-based customization
- Sample-based customization
- Full customization
Minimum order quantity: 10 kg
Shipping total: To be negotiated
- Lead time:
- confirmed with the quotation
- Packaging:
- standard export packing
- Samples:
- available on request
Product details
Technical Specifications of Bulk Wholesale Supplier of Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder
| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Bulk Wholesale Supplier of Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder | Commercially processed defatted grasshopper powder for bulk B2B supply |
| Life Stage | Adult | Harvested at full adult stage for optimal nutrient density |
| Size Range | Particle size: 0.1–0.5 mm | Fine milled powder suitable for uniform blending and formulation |
| Moisture Content | ≤8% | Low moisture ensures microbial stability and extended shelf life |
| Protein Content | ≥60% (dry basis) | High-quality complete protein with essential amino acid profile |
| Fat Content | ≤5% | Defatted process reduces lipid content for improved stability |
| Ash Content | ≤7% | Mineral residue within acceptable range for food and feed grade |
| Crude Fiber | ≤8% | Chitin-derived fiber content suitable for functional food applications |
| Rearing Conditions | Temperature: 28–32°C; Humidity: 50–70% RH | Controlled indoor rearing environment ensuring biosecurity standards |
| Feed Source | Certified non-GMO grains and vegetables | Wheat bran, corn, and leafy greens; free from animal by-products |
| Packaging | 25 kg/bag (kraft paper + PE inner liner); custom packaging available | Moisture-proof, food-grade packaging for bulk shipment |
| Storage Conditions | Temperature: ≤25°C; Humidity: ≤60% RH; away from direct sunlight | Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse conditions |
| Shelf Life | 18 months | From date of manufacture under recommended storage conditions |
| Application | Animal feed, aquaculture feed, pet food, human food ingredients, nutraceuticals | Suitable for protein supplement formulations across multiple industries |
| Certification | ISO 22000, HACCP, Halal, Kosher (available upon request) | Compliant with international food safety and quality management standards |
| MOQ | 500 kg | Minimum order quantity for bulk wholesale procurement |
| Supply Capacity | 50,000 kg/month | Scalable production capacity to meet large-volume B2B orders |
Bulk Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder Wholesale
Bulk defatted dried grasshopper powder wholesale has rapidly emerged as one of the most sought-after insect-derived ingredients in the global food, feed, and nutraceutical markets. As consumer demand for sustainable, high-protein alternatives continues to accelerate, grasshopper powder—produced primarily from Schistocerca gregaria and Locusta migratoria—has positioned itself at the forefront of the alternative protein revolution. The defatting process removes excess lipids, resulting in a concentrated protein ingredient that outperforms many conventional animal-based protein sources on both nutritional density and environmental footprint. From sports nutrition manufacturers and functional food formulators to aquafeed producers and pet food brands, buyers worldwide are increasingly sourcing defatted grasshopper powder in bulk quantities to meet growing product development demands. Our wholesale supply chain is fully integrated—from controlled rearing facilities to precision processing—ensuring consistent quality, food-grade compliance, and reliable availability for large-scale commercial orders.
What is Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder?
Defatted dried grasshopper powder is a finely milled, lipid-reduced ingredient derived from edible grasshopper species, most commonly Locusta migratoria (migratory locust) and Schistocerca gregaria (desert locust), belonging to the order Orthoptera, family Acrididae. The powder is produced through a sequential process of drying, mechanical fat extraction, and ultra-fine milling, yielding a pale-tan, free-flowing powder with a neutral-to-mild umami flavor profile. It is widely classified as a complete protein source, containing all essential amino acids.
Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder Breeding and Rearing Process
Our grasshoppers are reared in climate-controlled indoor facilities under strictly monitored conditions, maintaining temperatures between 32–38°C and relative humidity of 50–65% to optimize growth rate and biomass yield. Colonies are fed certified pesticide-free cereal grasses and wheat bran, with no antibiotics or growth promoters used at any stage. Insects are harvested at peak adult maturity—typically 35–45 days post-hatching—then immediately blanched, tray-dried at 60–70°C, cold-pressed for fat removal, and hammer-milled to achieve a uniform particle size of 200–400 microns. Each production batch undergoes microbiological screening before release.
Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder Biological Specifications
Our wholesale defatted grasshopper powder consistently meets the following verified biological and nutritional parameters on a dry matter basis:
- Crude protein content: ≥65% (dry matter basis), with a complete essential amino acid profile including lysine ≥4.2 g/100g protein and methionine ≥2.1 g/100g protein
- Residual crude fat: ≤8% following cold-press defatting
- Moisture content: ≤6% post-drying
- Crude fiber: 8–12% (chitin-derived)
- Ash content: 4–7%
- Particle size: 200–400 microns (standard mesh); custom milling to 100 microns available on request
- Shelf life: 18 months in sealed, nitrogen-flushed packaging at ≤25°C
- Microbiological compliance: Total plate count ≤100,000 CFU/g; Salmonella spp. absent per 25g sample
Get a Competitive Quote for Bulk Defatted Dried Grasshopper Powder
Ready to integrate premium defatted dried grasshopper powder into your product line? We offer flexible wholesale pricing tiers starting from 25 kg minimum order quantities, with significant volume discounts for orders exceeding 500 kg. All shipments are dispatched with full Certificate of Analysis (CoA), allergen declarations, and HACCP-compliant documentation to support your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.
- 24/7 expert entomologist support
- Live arrival guarantee (LAG) for all shipments
- Wholesale discounts for bulk laboratory/pet shop orders
- Detailed care sheets and technical guidance included
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