Find GFSI-certified peanut protein suppliers on Nutrada offering isolates, partially defatted flour, and meal from US, Chinese, and Indian origins. All peanut protein suppliers have aflatoxin testing protocols and allergen declarations required for EU and US markets.
| Field | Detail |
| Botanical name | Arachis hypogaea |
| Available forms | Isolate (85% protein), partially defatted flour (40-50% protein), meal (48-50% protein) |
| Origins | USA (high-oleic), China, India, Argentina |
| Certifications | GFSI benchmarked, EU Organic, USDA Organic, Halal, Kosher |
| Common applications | Peanut butter, protein bars, meat alternatives, confectionery |
| Packaging | 20-25 kg bags |
| MOQ | 25kg |
| Category | Proteins Wholesale |
| Form/Grade | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| Isolate (85% protein) | Highest protein concentration via starch removal through liquid filtration | Sports nutrition, protein powders |
| Partially defatted flour (40-50% protein) | Available in 12% or 28% fat variants affecting mouthfeel | Baked goods, protein bars |
| Meal (48-50% protein) | Solvent extraction method produces consistent protein levels | Animal feed, budget applications |
Light and dark roast profiles affect flavour intensity. High-oleic peanut varieties provide better oxidative stability than conventional peanuts.
The US produces high-oleic peanuts in Georgia, Texas, and Alabama with oxidative stability superior to conventional varieties. US processors including ADM produce partially defatted peanut flours and protein ingredients from domestically grown high-oleic peanuts at dedicated peanut facilities, with strict food safety controls and full origin traceability supporting the price premium that US-origin peanut protein carries in European and North American markets.
China handles the majority of global peanut processing into protein isolates and flour, with established infrastructure for large-volume production.
India focuses on conventional peanut protein meal, typically from June–October harvest windows.
Argentina supplies both conventional and high-oleic varieties but with more limited protein extraction capacity than Asian origins.
Buyers evaluating nut-derived proteins often compare peanut protein alongside almond protein and cashew protein within the proteins category on Nutrada.
Peanut protein is hygroscopic and must be stored below 65% relative humidity to prevent clumping. Standard packaging uses 20-25 kg multi-layer paper bags with polyethylene liners. Shelf life reaches 24 months when stored below 25 degrees Celsius with moisture content under 8%. Buyers should verify the latest aflatoxin test results before ordering as EU Regulation 2023/915 sets maximum levels for all peanut-derived ingredients.
US origins hold both EU Organic and USDA NOP certifications for high-oleic peanut protein isolates. Chinese suppliers typically offer EU Organic only. Indian organic peanut protein focuses on meal grades with limited isolate production capacity under organic certification.
Consumer packaging includes resealable pouches from 250g to 1kg for protein powder retail sales. Glass jars suit premium positioning but increase freight costs. Minimum orders for private label start at 500-1000kg depending on packaging format. Fix the protein percentage declaration before production as isolate, flour, and meal grades require different nutritional panel calculations.
Manufacturers concentrate in China, India, and the US with different specializations by origin. Request batch-specific certificates of analysis showing protein content, aflatoxin levels, and microbiological testing. Major allergen status means peanut protein requires dedicated production lines or thorough cleaning validation between runs.
Nutrada lists GFSI-certified peanut protein suppliers from US, Chinese, and Indian origins, covering isolates, flour, and meal across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 1, 2026
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