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Spirulina is a nutrient-rich edible algae recognized as a superfood, containing well-balanced proteins along with vitamins, minerals, and beta-carotene.

About Health Foods, Spirulina

Spirulina is a type of cyanobacteria believed to have appeared on Earth approximately 3 billion years ago and is classified as a microalga.
In addition to high-quality protein with an excellent amino acid balance, it contains more than 50 health- and nutrition-related components—including vitamins, minerals, beta-carotene, and unsaturated fatty acids—and is often referred to as the “King of Superfoods.”
DIC began commercial-scale production of spirulina in 1977, becoming the first company in the world to do so. Under quality assurance systems such as FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and GMP, DIC supplies spirulina globally for a wide range of applications, including supplements, foods, and feed.

What you will find on this page

  • The origin of edible blue-green algae spirulina and why it is known as the “king of superfoods” (nutritional components and key features)
  • The history of DIC Spirulina, along with safety and efficacy evaluations conducted by universities, hospitals, and public institutions
  • Integrated production and a global supply system operated under quality assurance frameworks such as FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and GMP
  • Key applications and product lineup for dietary supplements, food (nutritional fortification), and feed for ornamental fish and livestock

Keywords:

Spirulina microalgae King of superfoods Protein and amino acid balance Vitamins, minerals, β-carotene Health foods and dietary supplements Nutritional fortification of bread, noodles, and beverages Feed applications (ornamental fish and livestock) DIC Spirulina FSSC22000 / ISO9001 / GMP

DIC's Advantages

“Spirulina microalgae” are edible algae often referred to as the “King of Superfoods,” containing more than 50 health and nutritional components, including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Since beginning commercial-scale production in 1977, DIC has expanded the use of spirulina into a wide range of applications—such as foods, supplements, and feed—based on extensive consumption experience and rigorous quality control.

Long history of consumption and a rich nutritional profile

  • Spirulina, a cyanobacterium believed to have originated about 3 billion years ago, has a long history of use as a food ingredient.
  • It contains a well-balanced composition of more than 50 health- and nutrition-related components, including vitamins, minerals, protein, and unsaturated fatty acids, which support everyday nutrition.
  • It is available in formats such as powders and tablets to suit different intake occasions and is suitable for incorporation into staple foods (e.g., bread and noodles), beverages (e.g., smoothies), and confectionery.

Integrated production and quality assurance system

  • Only strains with confirmed safety and functionality (including evaluations by public institutions) are used, and the DIC Group takes full responsibility for managing the entire process—from cultivation to finished products.
  • Based on a quality assurance system compliant with international standards such as FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and GMP, we place strong emphasis on raw material safety and consistent product quality.
  • Specifications are prepared according to application requirements for food, supplement, and feed applications.

Application-specific lineup and evaluation support

  • A diverse lineup is available, ranging from food and supplement products to industrial-grade powders and tablets, as well as feed grades for fish and livestock.
  • We can provide formulation and usage information based on existing applications, including bread, noodles, beverages, yogurt, and smoothies.
  • We support efficient evaluation by offering grade selection tailored to your application, along with specification sheets, SDS, and catalogs.

Reliability Information (E-E-A-T)

DIC Healthcare

Explore a wide range of useful information on the DIC Healthcare Business website.

We offer healthcare food–focused insights, ranging from functional ingredients such as spirulina, phycocyanin, and algal DHA to scientific evidence and the latest market trends.

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Major Applications

Main applications of spirulina microalgae

Dietary supplement applications

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Suitable for a wide range of supplement designs, from consumer products to professional-use applications

DIC Spirulina is used in dietary supplements ranging from consumer health foods to OEM and professional-use ingredients. It contains many health- and nutrition-related components, including protein, vitamins, minerals, and β-carotene, making it an easy-to-use ingredient for both stand-alone supplement products and blended formulations with other ingredients.

  • Main uses: Granules, tablets, and capsule-type health food products
  • Key features: A “superfood” ingredient containing more than 50 health- and nutrition-related components in a well-balanced profile
  • Offering: A lineup that includes both consumer products and professional-use ingredients
Dietary supplements Tablets Consumer and professional use Nutritional fortification

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Food applications

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As an ingredient for nutritional fortification in bread, noodles, beverages, yogurt, and other food products

Spirulina Powder EN and Spirulina Powder ET-F are used as nutritional fortification ingredients in a wide range of processed foods, including bread, noodles, beverages, and yogurt. Products with different particle sizes and viable cell counts can be selected according to the intended application.

  • Main uses: Nutritional fortification for bread, noodles, beverages, yogurt, and more
  • Representative Grades: Spirulina Powder EN, Spirulina Powder ET-F
  • Key Feature: Powder forms designed to integrate easily into existing manufacturing processes, depending on the production process.
Bread and noodles Beverages and yogurt Fortified foods Powder ingredient

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Feed applications

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For nutritional supplementation and color enhancement in ornamental fish, aquaculture, and livestock

Feed-use Spirulina Powder B, BM, and BCZ are used in ornamental fish and aquaculture feeds as well as compound feeds for livestock, supporting nutritional enrichment and color enhancement. Micronized grades are also available, enabling selection based on target species and formulation design.

  • Main uses: Feed for ornamental fish, aquaculture, and livestock
  • Representative grades: Feed-use Spirulina Powder B, BM, BCZ
  • Key Feature: Nutritional supplementation and color enhancement using microalgae-derived ingredients
Ornamental fish / aquaculture Livestock feed Color enhancement Microalgae-derived ingredient

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DIC Healthcare

Explore a wide range of useful information on the DIC Healthcare Business website.

We offer healthcare food–focused insights, ranging from functional ingredients such as spirulina, phycocyanin, and algal DHA to scientific evidence and the latest market trends.

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Product Lineup

Professional Spirulina Product Lineup
Spirulina Industrial Product List
Application Product Name Raw Material Example Uses Document DL More Information
Food / Supplement Spirulina Powder EN Spirulina 100% Bread, noodles, beverages, yogurt, etc. ○ Click here
Food / Supplement Spirulina Powder ET-F Low-bacteria micronized Spirulina 100% Bread, noodles, beverages, yogurt, etc. ○ Click here
Food / Supplement Spirulina Tablet A Spirulina / excipients Supplements ○ Click here
Feed use: ornamental fish, livestock Spirulina Powder for Animal Feed Applications B Spirulina 100% Koi, ayu, eel, shrimp, crab, etc. - Click here
Feed use: fish seedlings, crustaceans Spirulina Powder for Animal Feed Applications BM Micronized Spirulina 100% Koi, ayu, eel, shrimp, crab, etc. - Click here
Feed use: ornamental fish, livestock Spirulina Powder for Animal Feed Applications BCZ Spirulina 100% Koi, ayu, eel, shrimp, crab, etc. - Click here

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

This section summarizes frequently asked questions about Spirulina microalgae (DIC Spirulina).

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Abbreviations and Terminology Guide

This is a quick reference for frequently used terms and abbreviations on this page.

Spirulina
An edible cyanobacterium (blue-green algae). It contains protein, vitamins, minerals, β-carotene, and other nutrients, and is sometimes referred to as the “king of superfoods.”
DIC Spirulina
The Spirulina product portfolio supplied by the DIC Group, offered in multiple grades and physical forms tailored to different applications.
Superfood
A general term for nutrient-dense ingredients. On this page, it refers to Spirulina’s well-balanced nutritional profile.
Health & Nutritional Components (50+)
A broad range of nutrients, including protein with a favorable amino acid balance, vitamins, minerals, β-carotene, and unsaturated fatty acids.
Integrated Production (Cultivation to Finished Product)
An end-to-end production system managed by the DIC Group. Emphasis is placed on consistent quality and traceability.
FSSC22000 / ISO9001 / GMP (Quality Assurance)
A quality assurance framework aligned with international standards to ensure safety and consistent product quality.
Supplement Applications (Tablets, Capsules, etc.)
Applicable to supplement formulations ranging from consumer products to OEM and professional-use specifications.
Food Applications (Bread / Noodles / Beverages / Yogurt)
Use of powder forms and other suitable formats as ingredients for nutritional fortification.
Feed Applications (Ornamental Fish, Aquaculture, Livestock)
Used for nutritional supplementation and color design; micronized grades and other options are available depending on the target species and formulation.
Technical Documents (Specifications / SDS / Catalogs)
Documentation required for evaluation and adoption. The latest revisions can be provided upon request.
DIC Healthcare (External Website)
A reference source for detailed spirulina-related information and use cases. Visit the DIC Healthcare Business website. DIC Healthcare Business website

To learn more about DIC’s healthcare initiatives, please visit the DIC Healthcare Business website.
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Detailed information on DIC’s healthcare business is available on the DIC Healthcare Business website, where consumer products such as the Linagreen 21 series, Spirulina Natural, Spirulina NEXT, and PHYCONA are also featured.

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