Ocean's Balance
Ocean’s Balance is a leading supplier of clean, traceable seaweed ingredients trusted by food and pet food manufacturers. Our wide range of organic seaweed formats — including powders, flakes, and whole leaf — integrate easily into functional foods, supplements, treats, and toppers. With a focus on consistency, safety, and sustainable sourcing from the Gulf of Maine, we help brands meet growing consumer demand for natural, nutrient-dense ingredients.
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Our Organic Ascophyllum Powder is produced from Ascophyllum nodosum, a nutrient-dense brown seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the cold, pristine waters of the North Atlantic. Commonly known as rockweed, this species is rich in iodine, potassium, calcium, magnesium, alginates, and natural antioxidants, making it an ideal ingredient for a variety of food and pet food applications.
After harvest, the seaweed is low-temperature air-dried to preserve its nutritional integrity and then milled into a fine powder with no rinsing, additives, or preservatives. This versatile ingredient is well-suited for use in functional foods, powdered supplements, agricultural feed, and natural pet nutrition, particularly for its trace mineral content and digestive support properties.
Certified USDA Organic, Kosher and Non-GMO, our Ascophyllum Powder meets strict quality and food safety standards, ensuring purity, consistency, and traceability throughout the supply chain.
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Our Organic Bladderwrack Powder is derived from Fucus vesiculosus, a brown seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from clean, cold ocean waters. Known for its high levels of iodine, fucoidan, polyphenols, and essential minerals, bladderwrack is widely used in functional foods, supplements, and pet nutrition.
The seaweed is carefully dried at low temperatures to preserve its nutrient profile, then finely milled into a uniform powder with no rinsing, additives, or preservatives. It offers a natural, oceanic flavor and is ideal for use in powdered supplements, seasoning blends, nutrition bars, capsules, and pet food formulations where trace minerals and functional compounds are desired.
Certified USDA Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO, our Bladderwrack Powder is processed under strict quality control standards, ensuring purity, traceability, and clean-label compliance from sea to final product.
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Our Organic Dulse Flakes are made from whole Palmaria palmata (dulse) seaweed, sustainably wild-harvested from the pristine waters of the Gulf of Maine. The seaweed is carefully cleaned, sun-dried to preserve nutrients, and milled into uniform flakes without any additives or preservatives.
These nutrient-rich red seaweed flakes are naturally high in , potassium, iron, and essential trace minerals, making them a valuable functional ingredient in both human food and pet food formulations. Their mild, savory flavor and ease of use make them ideal for seasoning blends, snack inclusions, supplements, and meal toppers.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our dulse flakes meet the highest standards for purity, traceability, and quality.
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Our Organic Dulse Powder is made from whole Palmaria palmata seaweed, sustainably wild-harvested from the pristine waters of the Gulf of Maine. After harvest, the dulse is thoroughly cleaned, gently air-dried at low temperatures to preserve nutrients, and finely milled into a uniform powder with no additives or preservatives.
Naturally rich in iron, potassium, and other essential trace minerals, this red seaweed powder is ideal for use in functional foods, supplements, and pet nutrition applications. Its fine particle size makes it easy to blend into dry or wet food formulations, perfect for encapsulation, treats, etc.
Certified USDA Organic, our dulse powder is produced under strict quality controls to ensure purity, consistency, and traceability.
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Our Organic Irish Moss Powder is produced from wild-harvested Chondrus crispus (Irish Moss), sourced from the pristine, cold waters of the Gulf of Maine. After careful harvesting, the seaweed is thoroughly cleaned, gently air-dried at low temperatures, and finely milled into a uniform powder without the use of additives or preservatives.
This naturally nutrient-dense red seaweed is valued for its high content of carrageenan, iodine, calcium, and trace minerals, offering functional benefits as a natural thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer in a wide range of applications. It is ideal for use in functional foods, beverages, nutritional supplements, and pet food formulations.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Irish Moss Powder is processed under strict quality standards to ensure purity, safety, and full traceability from ocean to final product.
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Our Organic Kombu Flakes are made from Saccharina latissima, a brown seaweed sustainably ocean-farmed in the pristine waters of the Gulf of Maine. After harvest, the seaweed is gently air-dried at low temperatures to preserve its nutrient content, and then milled into uniform flakes without the use of additives or preservatives.
Kombu is naturally rich in iodine, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and glutamic acid, making it an ideal ingredient for enhancing flavor and nutrition. These flakes are well-suited for soups, broths, seasonings, functional food applications, and pet food formulations, offering a clean-label, nutrient-dense solution with umami character.
Certified USDA Organic, our Kombu Flakes are produced under strict quality and safety standards, ensuring consistency, traceability, and purity from sea to final product.
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Our Organic Kombu Powder is produced from whole-leaf Saccharina latissima (Kombu), sustainably ocean-farmed in the pristine, cold waters of the Gulf of Maine. After harvesting, the seaweed is thoroughly rinsed, gently air-dried at low temperatures to preserve nutrients, and finely milled into a uniform powder.
Rich in iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and umami-enhancing compounds like glutamic acid, this brown seaweed powder delivers both nutritional and functional benefits. It serves as a natural flavor enhancer and is ideal for use in soups, broths, seasonings, functional food blends, nutritional supplements, and pet food formulations.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Kombu Powder is processed under strict quality and food safety standards, making it a reliable clean-label ingredient for manufacturers seeking traceable and nutrient-dense seaweed solutions.
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Our Organic Nori Flakes are made from Porphyra umbilicalis, a red seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the pristine, nutrient-rich waters of the Gulf of Maine. After harvest, the seaweed is carefully air-dried at low temperatures and milled into uniform flakes without the use of rinsing, additives, or preservatives.
Nori is naturally high in protein, iodine, iron, and B vitamins, making it a nutrient-dense ingredient ideal for a wide range of functional food, snack, seasoning, and pet food formulations. It offers a distinctive, mild ocean flavor and is known for its dark reddish-purple color and umami-rich profile.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Nori Flakes are processed under strict quality controls to ensure product safety, purity, and full traceability from ocean to customer.
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Our Organic Nori Powder is made from Porphyra umbilicalis, a red seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the clean, cold waters of the Gulf of Maine. After harvest, the seaweed is carefully air-dried at low temperatures and finely milled into a uniform powder, with no rinsing, additives, or preservatives used in processing.
Nori is known for its rich nutritional profile, including naturally occurring protein, iodine, iron, calcium, and B vitamins, along with its distinct umami flavor. This powder is ideal for use in functional foods, seasoning blends, health supplements, and pet food applications where nutritional density and clean-label ingredients are key.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Nori Powder is processed under rigorous quality standards to ensure safety, traceability, and consistency from ocean to finished product.
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Our Organic Sea Lettuce Flakes are crafted from Ulva lactuca, a nutrient-rich green seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the pristine North Atlantic waters. These flakes retain the natural vibrant green color and mild, fresh ocean flavor that makes Sea Lettuce a popular choice in both human and pet food formulations.
Rich in chlorophyll, minerals, vitamins, and natural antioxidants, our flakes offer a convenient and versatile ingredient for enhancing nutritional profiles in soups, seasonings, dry blends, snacks, and pet food recipes.
Processed with care, our Sea Lettuce flakes are air-dried at low temperatures without rinsing, additives, or preservatives, ensuring maximum nutrient retention. Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our product meets stringent quality standards for purity, safety, and traceability.
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Our Organic Sea Lettuce Powder is produced from Ulva lactuca, a nutrient-dense green seaweed harvested sustainably from the pristine waters of the North Atlantic. The seaweed is carefully air-dried at low temperatures and milled into a fine powder, preserving its natural vibrant color, fresh ocean aroma, and rich nutritional profile.
Packed with chlorophyll, essential minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants, Sea Lettuce Powder offers a versatile ingredient for enhancing the nutritional value and flavor of supplements, beverages, dry blends, pet foods, and culinary applications.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our powder is free from additives, rinsing, and preservatives, and processed under rigorous quality controls to ensure safety, purity, and full traceability from ocean to package.
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Our Organic Sea Moss Powder is made from Chondrus canaliculatus, a red macroalgae known for its naturally high content of carrageenan, iodine, calcium, potassium, and other essential minerals. This species of sea moss is prized for its functional properties and nutritional value in both human and pet food applications.
The seaweed is harvested then gently air dried and finely milled into a smooth powder without the use of additives, preservatives, or chemical treatments. This powder offers excellent solubility and gelling capabilities, making it ideal for use in smoothies, supplements, nutritional powders, functional food formulations, and pet food blends.
Certified USDA Organic, Kosher and Non-GMO, our Sea Moss Powder is processed in accordance with strict food safety and quality standards, ensuring purity, consistency, and traceability from harvest to final product.
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Our Organic Wakame Flakes are produced from Alaria esculenta, a brown seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the pristine waters of the North Atlantic. Known for its mild umami flavor and nutritional richness, Wakame is a highly versatile sea vegetable valued in both human and pet food applications.
After harvest, the seaweed is gently air-dried at low temperatures and flaked without the use of rinsing, additives, or preservatives. The resulting flakes are naturally rich in iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and essential vitamins, making them an excellent clean-label ingredient for soups, seasonings, broths, snack blends, and natural pet nutrition.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Wakame Flakes are produced under strict quality control to ensure purity, safety, and full traceability from ocean to finished product.
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Our Organic Wakame Powder is made from Alaria esculenta, a nutrient-rich brown seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the cold, clean waters of the North Atlantic. After harvest, the seaweed is gently air-dried at low temperatures and milled into a fine powder to preserve its natural color, flavor, and nutritional integrity.
Wakame is naturally high in iodine, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and essential vitamins, making it a functional and versatile ingredient for smoothies, powdered supplements, dry blends, soups, sauces, and natural pet foods.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Wakame Powder is processed without rinsing, additives, or preservatives and meets strict quality control standards to ensure purity, safety, and traceability from sea to finished product.
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Sustainably harvested from the pristine waters of the Gulf of Maine, our Organic Whole Leaf Dulse (Palmaria palmata) is a nutrient-rich red seaweed ideal for use in both food and pet food applications. Naturally high in iron, potassium, and antioxidants, dulse delivers functional nutrition along with a savory, umami flavor profile. Our dulse is certified organic, carefully sun-dried to preserve nutrients, and thoroughly inspected to ensure a clean, high-quality ingredient.
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Our Organic Whole Leaf Irish Moss is sustainably wild-harvested from the pristine, cold Atlantic waters of the Gulf of Maine. This red seaweed (Chondrus crispus), also known as Irish Moss, is carefully cleaned and air-dried at low temperatures to preserve its natural nutrients and functional properties.
Rich in carrageenan, iodine, calcium, and trace minerals, Irish Moss is valued for its natural thickening, gelling, and stabilizing properties—making it ideal for use in functional foods, beverages, nutritional supplements, and pet food formulations.
Certified USDA Organic, this whole leaf format offers maximum flexibility for processors who prefer to hydrate, blend, or further process the seaweed to meet their specific application needs.
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Our Organic Kombu is sustainably cultivated and harvested from the clean, cold waters of the Gulf of Maine, one of the most pristine and closely monitored marine environments in the world. Kombu (Saccharina latissima) is a brown seaweed valued for its naturally high content of iodine, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and umami flavor-enhancing compounds like glutamic acid.
This ingredient is ideal for use in a wide range of functional food, beverage, supplement, and pet food applications, including broths, snacks, seasonings, and nutrition blends. It is gently dried at low temperatures to preserve its nutrient profile, flavor, and functionality.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Kombu meets rigorous standards for purity, safety, and traceability — making it a dependable, high-quality ingredient for your clean-label formulations.
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Our Organic Whole Leaf Nori is wild-harvested from the clean, cold waters of the Gulf of Maine, one of the most pristine and tightly regulated marine environments in the world. Porphyra umbilicalis, a red seaweed, is known for its high nutritional value and is carefully air-dried at low temperatures to preserve its natural color, flavor, and nutrient profile.
This seaweed is rich in iodine, iron, calcium, protein, and essential B vitamins, making it a premium ingredient for use in functional food, health supplements, and pet food formulations. Its natural umami flavor and nutrient density make it suitable for a variety of clean-label applications.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Nori is processed with no rinsing or additives and adheres to strict quality standards to ensure safety, consistency, and full traceability from harvest to final product.
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Our Organic Whole Leaf Sea Lettuce is from the Ulva lactuca family, a vibrant green sea vegetable sustainably wild-harvested from the cold, pristine waters of the North Atlantic. Known for its delicate texture and mild, slightly peppery flavor, sea lettuce is a highly versatile ingredient in both human and pet food formulations.
Rich in chlorophyll, iron, calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins, Sea Lettuce is valued for its nutritional profile and clean-label appeal. After harvest, the seaweed is gently air-dried at low temperatures to preserve its natural color, aroma, and nutrient density. No rinsing, additives, or preservatives are used in processing.
Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO, our Sea Lettuce is processed under strict quality controls to ensure purity, safety, and full traceability, making it ideal for use in soups, salads, dry blends, snacks, or functional pet nutrition.
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Our Organic Whole Leaf Wakame is harvested from Alaria esculenta, a brown seaweed sustainably wild-harvested from the cold, clean waters of the North Atlantic. This premium sea vegetable is known for its tender texture and mild, savory flavor, as well as its impressive nutrient profile.
Naturally rich in iodine, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and essential vitamins, Wakame is a valuable ingredient for functional food products, soups, broths, snacks, and nutritionally balanced pet foods. After harvesting, the seaweed is carefully air-dried at low temperatures to retain its natural color, flavor, and nutritional integrity. No rinsing, additives, or preservatives are used in processing.
Certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO, our Whole Leaf Wakame meets strict quality and safety standards, offering full traceability and consistency from ocean to final product.
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| Ocean's Balance | 10 West Point Ln, #105 Biddeford, ME 04005 USA |
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