| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Low Moisture Dried Mealworms Bulk | Whole dried Tenebrio molitor larvae, bulk supply for commercial use |
| Life Stage | Larvae (5th–6th instar) | Harvested at peak nutritional maturity before pupation |
| Size Range | 20–32 mm (length) | Uniform size graded by mechanical sieving |
| Moisture Content | ≤5% | Low moisture achieved via controlled hot-air drying at 60–70°C |
| Protein Content | 48–55% (dry weight basis) | Crude protein measured by Kjeldahl method |
| Fat Content | 28–35% (dry weight basis) | Crude fat including beneficial unsaturated fatty acids |
| Ash Content | 3–5% (dry weight basis) | Mineral residue including calcium, phosphorus, and zinc |
| Survival Rate | N/A (dried product) | Pre-drying live larvae viability ≥95% at harvest |
| Rearing Conditions | Temperature: 25–28°C; Humidity: 50–70% RH | Controlled indoor rearing environment, free from pesticides |
| Feed Source | Wheat bran, corn flour, vegetable by-products | Non-GMO, antibiotic-free substrate; compliant with feed safety standards |
| Packaging | 10 kg / 20 kg / 25 kg per bag (kraft paper + PE liner) | Vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-flushed options available for bulk orders |
| Storage Conditions | Temperature: ≤25°C; Humidity: ≤60% RH | Store in cool, dry, ventilated area away from direct sunlight |
| Shelf Life | 18 months | From production date under recommended storage conditions |
| Application | Aquaculture, poultry feed, reptile feed, pet food, wild bird feed | Suitable as protein supplement in compound feed formulations |
| Certification | ISO 22000, HACCP, EU Regulation (EC) No 999/2001 compliant | Third-party lab tested for Salmonella, heavy metals, and mycotoxins |
| MOQ | 500 kg | Minimum order quantity per single shipment |
| Supply Capacity | 50,000 kg/month | Scalable production capacity with consistent year-round supply |
Our first 300 kg order showed moisture content averaging 5.8% across sampled bags, slightly above the stated ≤5% specification. We raised this with the supplier immediately, providing our in-house desiccation test data. To their credit, the technical team responded within 12 hours, investigated the production batch, and arranged a partial replacement shipment at no charge within 10 business days. The replacement lot tested at 4.6% moisture — fully compliant. We've since placed a second order and the quality has been on-spec. Appreciate the professional resolution.


