| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Mealworms Without Additives for Animal Feed | 100% natural Tenebrio molitor larvae, additive-free, suitable for livestock and pet feed |
| Life Stage | Larvae (5th–7th instar) | Harvested at optimal larval stage for maximum nutritional value |
| Size Range | 20–30 mm (length) | Uniform size grading available; custom size on request |
| Moisture Content | 60–65% (fresh); ≤8% (dried) | Measured post-harvest; dried form preferred for long-term storage |
| Protein Content | 48–52% (dry weight basis) | High-quality complete protein with essential amino acid profile |
| Fat Content | 28–35% (dry weight basis) | Rich in linoleic acid and oleic acid; no artificial fat supplements added |
| Ash Content | 3–5% (dry weight basis) | Indicates mineral content including calcium, phosphorus, and potassium |
| Survival Rate | ≥95% (live product) | Applicable to live mealworm shipments under standard transport conditions |
| Rearing Conditions | Temperature: 25–28°C; Humidity: 60–70% RH | Raised in controlled indoor environment; no antibiotics or growth hormones used |
| Feed Source | Wheat bran, oat bran, vegetable scraps | Additive-free, non-GMO substrate; no animal by-products in feed |
| Packaging | 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg per bag | Breathable mesh bags (live); vacuum-sealed kraft bags (dried); custom packaging available |
| Storage Conditions | Live: 15–20°C; Dried: ≤25°C, dry and dark environment | Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture; refrigeration extends live shelf life |
| Shelf Life | Live: 4–6 weeks; Dried: 12 months | Under recommended storage conditions; dried product sealed in original packaging |
| Application | Poultry, reptiles, fish, birds, hedgehogs, amphibians | Suitable as primary protein supplement or treat in compound animal feed formulations |
| Certification | ISO 22000, HACCP, EU Regulation (EC) No 999/2001 compliant | Third-party tested; free from pesticides, heavy metals, and pathogens |
| MOQ | 50 kg (dried); 20 kg (live) | Minimum order quantity per single shipment; lower MOQ negotiable for trial orders |
| Supply Capacity | 50,000 kg/month | Scalable production capacity; consistent year-round supply guaranteed |
First order of 350 kg dried larvae for salmon feed trials arrived with batch certificates referencing an incorrect harvest date — a documentation error that created a hold at our FDA-registered facility. Raised the issue with their support team; they issued corrected CoA and a formal corrective action report within 48 hours, which satisfied our QA department. Product itself tested correctly: 49.1% crude protein DM, heavy metals within EU Directive 2002/32/EC limits. Second shipment arrived flawlessly. Issue appears resolved at their documentation level.


