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Matcha Powder

抹茶 (Matcha)

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At a glance

Japanese name抹茶
RomajiMatcha
CategoryFood ingredients
Regions of originUji (Kyoto) GI, Nishio (Aichi) GI, Shizuoka, Kagoshima
Harvest seasonApril – May (first flush, shincha)
Typical MOQ10–50 kg
Typical lead time4–8 weeks (depending on grade)
Japan regulatory statusFood Sanitation Act regulated
Suppliers listed17 suppliers

About this ingredient

Matcha is stone-ground tea powder made from shade-grown tencha green tea leaves. Japan's traditional production centers are Uji (Kyoto), Nishio (Aichi), and Shizuoka. Uji matcha and Nishio matcha are protected geographical indications. Export demand has grown sharply since the 2010s.

Regulatory status

JapanFood Sanitation Act regulated
EUNovel food status not required; contaminant limits apply
United StatesGenerally recognized as food; FSMA compliance for imports
ChinaCustoms classification varies; verify current rules

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Last updated: 2026-04-24