Ingredient

Organic Sacha Inchi Protein

Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add organic sacha inchi protein to foods as a source of plant-based protein. …

What is Organic Sacha Inchi Protein?

Organic Sacha Inchi Protein is a plant-based protein powder derived from the seeds of the sacha inchi plant (Plukenetia volubilis), which is native to the Amazon rainforest. The seeds are typically roasted and then pressed to remove their oil, with the remaining solids ground into a fine powder.

Is Organic Sacha Inchi Protein vegan?

Organic Sacha Inchi Protein is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Organic Sacha Inchi Protein gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Organic Sacha Inchi Protein a major allergen?

Sacha inchi is a seed and is not one of the nine major allergens.

What is Organic Sacha Inchi Protein used for?

Manufacturers add organic sacha inchi protein to foods as a source of plant-based protein.

Is Organic Sacha Inchi Protein safe?

Organic sacha inchi protein is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add organic sacha inchi protein to foods as a source of plant-based protein. It is commonly found in protein powders, energy bars, and other nutritional supplements aimed at athletes or those seeking to increase their protein intake.

Health notes

Organic sacha inchi protein is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. As a protein source, it contributes to muscle growth and repair. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated proteins, but specific evaluations for sacha inchi protein are not widely published. Evidence suggests plant-based proteins are a healthy dietary component.

Allergen info

Sacha inchi is a seed and is not one of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Organic Sacha Inchi Protein

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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