A complete plant-based protein with ~60% protein content, all 9 essential amino acids, and natural omega-3 fatty acids — purpose-built for the next generation of performance supplement brands.
The plant-based sports nutrition market is expanding rapidly, but most vegan protein options carry trade-offs: pea protein has a beany flavour, rice protein is incomplete, hemp is bulky and low-potency, and soy carries allergen concerns. Sacha Inchi protein powder solves all four problems simultaneously — delivering a clean amino acid profile, allergen-free formulation, and a neutral, mild nutty flavour that performs in shakes, bars, and RTD applications without masking agents.
Beyond protein, Sacha Inchi oil brings the only meaningful plant-sourced omega-3 ALA content (~48%) outside of flaxseed — with dramatically superior oxidative stability. For sports supplement brands building omega-3 recovery products, this matters: flaxseed oil oxidises quickly in capsule form, while Sacha Inchi oil maintains stability through encapsulation and shelf life, making it the preferred choice for softgel and capsule ODM programmes.
Sacha Inchi protein is one of the few plant proteins classified as a "complete" protein — meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids (EAAs) in amounts meaningful for human nutrition. This is significant for sports nutrition label claims, where completeness is a key differentiator over single-source plant proteins like rice or hemp.
Note: Sacha Inchi is naturally high in arginine — a precursor to nitric oxide and a popular ingredient in pre-workout formulas. This makes it a dual-function ingredient for brands building combined protein and pre-workout positioning.
Mix with rice or pea protein for a complete amino acid stack with improved texture. Neutral flavour requires less masking than hemp or pea alone.
Powder binds well in bar matrices. Allergen-free status supports clean-label positioning. Complements nut-based bars with a consistent mild flavour.
Sacha Inchi oil at ~48% ALA with superior oxidative stability versus flaxseed. Ideal for plant-based omega-3 recovery supplements. ODM turnkey encapsulation available.
Hydrolysed or standard protein disperses well in liquid. Suitable for protein-fortified RTD beverage applications with clean mouthfeel.
High natural arginine content (precursor to nitric oxide) supports blood flow claims. Can contribute to pre-workout blends alongside creatine and beta-alanine.
High protein density (~60%), complete EAA coverage, and low carbohydrate content make Sacha Inchi powder an efficient base for meal replacement powders.
| Attribute | Sacha Inchi | Pea Protein | Whey | Hemp Protein | Rice Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein content | ~60% | ~80% | ~80% | ~30–50% | ~80% |
| Complete protein (all 9 EAAs) | Yes | No (low methionine) | Yes | Yes (borderline) | No (low lysine) |
| Allergen-free | Yes | Yes | No (dairy) | Yes | Yes |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | High (~48% ALA in oil) | None | None | Moderate | None |
| Flavour profile | Mild, neutral nutty | Beany / earthy | Mild | Grassy / earthy | Bland |
| USDA Organic available | Yes | Yes (some suppliers) | Yes (some) | Yes | Yes (some) |
| Natural arginine content | Very high | High | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| EU Novel Food status | No restriction (protein) | Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Unrestricted |
⚠️ EU Novel Food note: Sacha Inchi protein powder does not currently hold EU Novel Food authorisation. Oil is authorised. Confirm before quoting EU buyers for protein applications.
Asia Eco Farm supplies Sacha Inchi ingredients in bulk for sports nutrition brands at any stage — from early-stage product development to contract manufacturing at scale.
| Product | Format | MOQ | Lead Time | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacha Inchi Protein Powder | Bulk 25kg bags | 100 kg | 4–6 weeks | USDA Organic, HACCP |
| Cold-Pressed Sacha Inchi Oil | 50L drums / IBC | 50 L | 3–4 weeks | USDA Organic, HACCP |
| Sacha Inchi Omega Softgels | Turnkey ODM — blister / bottle | 50,000 caps | 8–12 weeks | GMP, HACCP |
Asia Eco Farm's Sacha Inchi is grown in Laos and Malaysia — not Peru, where the majority of global supply originates. This geographic distinction matters to sports nutrition brands for several reasons: shorter shipping lead times to Asian and Australian markets, significantly lower carbon footprint per kilogram (perennial vine cultivation, no deforestation), and full farm-to-factory traceability under a single supply chain owner rather than a commodity broker.
For brands building sustainability narratives — increasingly important in the premium sports nutrition segment — our carbon-negative farming model provides substantiatable claims that competitors sourcing from Peru cannot replicate at equivalent cost or with equivalent verification.
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