Matcha Powder

Matcha is a finely milled powder made from shade-grown Camellia sinensis leaves, distinguished from standard green tea by the fact that the whole leaf is consumed rather than steeped and discarded - delivering a significantly higher concentration of catechins, chlorophyll, and L-theanine per serving. Matcha is graded primarily by leaf harvest and processing quality: ceremonial grade uses the youngest, first-harvest leaves and is valued for its smoother, less astringent flavor with higher L-theanine content, while culinary grade uses later-harvest leaves and offers a more robust flavor profile suited to blending with milk, sweeteners, or baked goods.

Sheerherb's Matcha Powder is stone-ground from shade-grown Japanese-origin tea leaves, with catechin and EGCG content verified through batch testing. We supply beverage manufacturers, functional food producers, and supplement brands sourcing matcha raw material for both ceremonial-style beverage applications and culinary/functional food formulations.

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Item	Detail
Botanical Source	Camellia sinensis (shade-grown, stone-ground)
Appearance	Vibrant jade-green fine powder
Grade Options	Ceremonial (first harvest) / Premium / Culinary (later harvest)
Total Catechins	Approx. 100–140 mg/g (grade-dependent)
EGCG Content	Approx. 50–70 mg/g (grade-dependent)
L-Theanine	Higher in ceremonial grade; contributes to smoother flavor
Particle Size	Ultra-fine, typically 5–10 microns (stone-ground)
Moisture	≤5%
Solubility	Fully dispersible in water when whisked
Heavy Metals / Microbial Limits	Meets standard international food-grade limits
Shelf Life	18 months when stored properly
Storage	Cool, dry place, protected from light, heat, and moisture; refrigeration recommended after opening
Certification	USDA Organic, JAS Organic, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, Kosher

Custom grade selection and particle fineness can be arranged for specific formulation needs - request a sample before confirming your order.

Matcha Powder is valued mainly for its concentrated catechin and L-theanine content, which underpins most of its functional positioning:

1. Antioxidant Formulations

High EGCG content makes matcha a leading ingredient in antioxidant-positioned beverages, supplements, and functional foods.

2. Calm Energy & Focus Positioning

The combination of natural caffeine and L-theanine is associated with sustained, jitter-free energy and mental focus, distinguishing matcha from other caffeine sources.

3. Functional Beverage Category

Its established consumer recognition and versatility make it a foundational ingredient in lattes, smoothies, and RTD functional beverages.

4. Clean-Label, Whole-Leaf Ingredient

As a single-ingredient, minimally processed whole-leaf powder, matcha carries strong clean-label appeal across food, beverage, and supplement categories.

 

Beverages & Lattes

Ceremonial and premium grades are well suited to traditional whisked preparations and matcha latte products where flavor smoothness matters.

Functional Foods & Baking

Culinary grade's more robust flavor holds up well in baked goods, confectionery, and blended functional food applications.

Dietary Supplements

Standardized catechin content supports capsule and powder-stick formulations targeting antioxidant and energy-focused claims.

 

 

 

Sheerherb has been producing Matcha Powder for years and is certified to USDA Organic, JAS Organic, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, and HACCP standards. As a supplier serving customers worldwide, we keep pricing competitive without compromising on color, flavor, or catechin potency - no shortcuts on testing.

We operate our own processing facility and R&D team, which means grade selection, custom specifications, and sample requests are handled in-house rather than passed through a third party - giving you faster turnaround and more control over the final spec.

If you're comparing Matcha Powder wholesale prices or need an organic matcha supplier for OEM/private label beverage or food production, contact chriswang@sheerherb.com for current pricing, COA samples, and a formal quote.