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Black and white chia seeds from Bolivia, Paraguay, Mexico, and Argentina. Organic and conventional, bulk supply for Europe.
Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica) have established themselves as the dominant superfood seed in the European market, with demand growing at 15–20% annually over the past five years. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fibre, chia seeds are used across bakery, cereals, smoothies, plant-based dairy, and health food retail. Corsodoro supplies food-grade chia seeds from South America's leading origins - both organic and conventional - with cleaning grades of 99.5%+ purity and full certification traceability for European buyers.
Chia seeds are one of the most nutrient-dense foods available, which drives their premium positioning in the European health food market.
| Variety | Appearance | Characteristics | Typical Use | Indicative Price (EUR/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Chia | Dark brown to black, small oval seeds | Most common variety (~90% of trade). Standard nutritional profile. Widely available. | Bakery, cereals, smoothies, chia pudding, health food retail | 2.20 – 3.50 |
| White Chia | Light beige to white, small oval seeds | Premium variety. Milder flavour. Preferred for light-coloured products. | Yoghurt, light bakery, premium retail, plant-based dairy | 2.80 – 4.50 |
| Grade | Purity | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Food Grade | 99.7 – 99.9% | Highest purity. Minimal foreign matter. Triple-cleaned. | Direct consumer packaging, premium retail |
| Standard Food Grade | 99.5 – 99.7% | Industry standard for European market. Double-cleaned. | Food manufacturing, bakery ingredients, cereals |
| Industrial Grade | 98.0 – 99.5% | Lower purity, more foreign matter. Single-cleaned. | Oil extraction, animal feed, non-food applications |
Prices are indicative CIF European port. Organic certified chia commands 30–50% premium over conventional. Contact us for current pricing.
Bolivia is known for producing the highest-quality organic chia seeds, grown in the lowland Santa Cruz and Beni departments. Bolivian chia benefits from fertile soil and favourable growing conditions. The organic certification infrastructure is well-developed, making Bolivia the preferred origin for EU Organic chia. Smallholder-based production with strong cooperative structures.
Paraguay is the world's largest chia seed exporter, accounting for approximately 35–40% of global trade. Production is concentrated in the Chaco and eastern departments. Paraguayan chia offers competitive pricing and large-volume availability. Both conventional and organic certified supply chains are well-established. The primary origin for price-competitive European sourcing.
Mexico is the traditional homeland of chia cultivation, with production in Jalisco, Sinaloa, and Puebla states. Mexican chia has historical and cultural significance as an Aztec staple crop. Modern production is growing, with both conventional and organic available. Mexican chia often commands a slight premium for its heritage positioning.
Argentina is a growing chia producer, particularly in the northern Salta and Tucuman provinces. Argentine chia benefits from modern agricultural infrastructure, large-scale farming operations, and competitive logistics to European ports. Conventional supply is the primary offering, with organic certification growing. A reliable supplementary origin for volume requirements.
EU Organic
BRC Global Standards
IFS Food
HACCP
Organic chia seeds are sourced primarily from Bolivia and Paraguay, with EU Organic certification (Regulation 2018/848) verified by accredited inspection bodies. All chia seed supply complies with EU Novel Food regulations - chia seeds were authorised under Regulation (EU) 2017/2470 with no usage restrictions. BRC and IFS certified cleaning and packing facilities available. Learn more about our certification standards →
Chia is an annual crop with a single harvest per year. Timing varies by latitude and climate zone.
New-crop chia from South America arrives at European ports between May and August. Mexico's counter-seasonal harvest provides supply continuity between January and March. Chia seeds store well for 24+ months when properly warehoused, ensuring year-round availability.
We supply both black chia seeds (the most common variety, approximately 90% of global trade) and white chia seeds (lighter colour, milder flavour, preferred for light-coloured food products). Both varieties are available in conventional and EU Organic certified supply. All our chia seeds are food-grade with a minimum 99.5% purity, suitable for direct consumer packaging or food manufacturing use.
The primary chia-producing countries are Paraguay (the world's largest exporter, 35–40% of global trade), Bolivia (premium organic quality), Mexico (the traditional origin of chia cultivation), and Argentina (growing producer with modern infrastructure). Paraguay and Bolivia together account for over 60% of global exports. Corsodoro sources from all four origins, with organic-certified supply primarily from Bolivia and Paraguay.
Chia seeds are one of the most nutrient-dense foods available. Per 100g: approximately 17g omega-3 fatty acids (alpha-linolenic acid - the highest plant-based omega-3 source), 17g protein with a complete amino acid profile, 34g dietary fibre, 631mg calcium (5x more than milk by weight), 335mg magnesium, and 860mg phosphorus. This exceptional profile drives their superfood classification and strong demand growth in European health food markets.
Food-grade chia seeds for the European market require a minimum cleaning grade of 99.5% purity by weight - meaning less than 0.5% foreign matter including other seeds, stems, stones, and dust. Premium grades achieve 99.7–99.9% purity through triple-cleaning processes. Corsodoro supplies chia seeds meeting or exceeding these standards, with full laboratory analysis certificates (pesticide residues, heavy metals, microbiological testing) accompanying every shipment.
Specify variety (black or white), organic or conventional, purity grade, and volume. We'll provide a competitive offer within 24 hours.