Description
TEA & BEVERAGE INGREDIENT
Instant Pu-erh Tea Powder
Instant pu-erh tea powder is a spray-dried soluble preparation of fermented pu-erh tea leaf, supplied as a fine dark brown powder that dissolves directly in water. The fermentation step is part of the identity of the grade and determines its colour and its deep, earthy aroma. The purchasing definition is the soluble-solids content, the moisture and the delivered organoleptic profile.
COA-Backed Specification
| Identity | Camellia sinensis var. assamica (fermented) |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Leaf |
| Form and colour | Fine dark brown powder |
| Assay | Soluble solids and moisture as declared; extract ratio 8:1 |
| Method | Physical, gravimetric and microbiological parameters |
| Particle size | 98% through 80 mesh |
| Loss on drying | <=5.0%; result 4.50% |
| Ash | <=5.0%; result 3.70% |
| Heavy metals | Within the limits of the approved specification |
| Microbiological limits | Within the limits of the approved specification |
| Representative batch | LXPU260409 |
| Manufacture date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Shelf life | Two years when stored properly |
Representative values do not replace the current shipment COA.
Buyer Decision Guide
Agree the soluble-solids figure, the moisture limit and the organoleptic profile before approval. For a fermented tea, colour and aroma vary with the grade of the leaf used, so confirm the reference sample and hold it as a retained sample for comparison between shipments.
- Soluble-solids and moisture figures stated on the certificate of analysis
- Organoleptic profile agreed against a retained sample
- Carrier and anticaking agent declared for label purposes
- Dissolution behaviour confirmed against the buyer’s beverage line
- COA, specification sheet and safety data sheet accompany each shipment
- Regulatory status, permitted uses and labelling are the buyer’s responsibility for the destination market
How This Grade Differs
Instant pu-erh powder is offered alongside steeped-leaf pu-erh, ground leaf powder and tea concentrates. The instant preparation dissolves directly and carries the full soluble fraction, whereas the milled leaf does not dissolve and is used for a different purpose in the buyer’s process.
For a substitution review, compare botanical identity, plant part, assay target, analytical method, physical form and the current offered-batch COA.
Application Areas
- Instant beverage powders and single-serve sticks
- Ready-to-drink beverage bases, subject to the buyer process validation
- Confectionery and bakery flavour systems
- Dry blends and premix manufacturing
Packaging and Delivery
- Evaluation sample typically 10-20 g, subject to stock
- Regular MOQ typically 1 kg
- 1 kg foil bag or 25 kg fibre drum with inner food-grade liner
- Custom packing and private-label options subject to confirmation
- Typical lead time 7-15 working days after deposit
Quality and Documentation
Representative batch LXPU260409 supports the specification table above. Use the cited record for preliminary comparison and request the offered-lot COA for final technical approval. Batch COA, specification sheet, agreed third-party testing and export documents are available for buyer verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specification defines Instant Pu-erh Tea Powder?
For Instant Pu-erh Tea Powder: Soluble solids and moisture as declared; extract ratio 8:1, tested by Physical, gravimetric and microbiological parameters.
Which identity details must remain consistent?
For Instant Pu-erh Tea Powder: match Camellia sinensis var. assamica (fermented) and plant part Leaf across the quotation, specification and offered-batch COA. The offered grade is Soluble solids and moisture as declared; extract ratio 8:1.
How is batch-specific approval completed?
For Instant Pu-erh Tea Powder: the page cites representative batch LXPU260409. Final approval requires the current lot’s identity, specification results and relevant dates.
What forms part of the technical review?
For Instant Pu-erh Tea Powder: do not assess Soluble solids and moisture as declared; extract ratio 8:1 in isolation; particle size, moisture or drying data and market-relevant safety limits can also affect acceptance.
Are you a manufacturer or a trading company?
LongBio is Shaanxi Longsheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd., a direct manufacturer of botanical extracts and functional ingredients integrating R&D, production and export support. Factory review can be arranged by video or an on-site visit.
Can I request the current batch COA before ordering?
Yes. Request the applicable current or representative COA and compare product identity, method, limits and results before approving a purchase order.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The regular MOQ is typically 1 kg. An evaluation sample of 10-20 g can usually be arranged before a formal order, subject to stock.
Do you support custom specifications or packing?
Alternative assay targets, particle size, packing and private-label requirements can be reviewed case by case, subject to production feasibility and a revised written specification.
Request COA, Sample or Quotation
Send your target specification, application, order quantity, destination country and required test limits.
