Fenugreek seeds in a glass jar – fenugreek powder and capsules in bulk, wholesale and private label

Fenugreek in bulk: seed powder and capsules for food producers and private label

Short answer: fenugreek is the seed of Trigonella foenum-graecum, a plant of the legume family. GOA Supply supplies fenugreek in two bulk forms for private label: fenugreek powder made from finely ground seeds, in 10, 50 and 100 kg, and fenugreek capsules filled with fenugreek seed powder, in 20,000, 50,000 or 100,000 capsules. In the EU, only the seeds have a history of food use before 1997, so the seed is the part to buy.

What is fenugreek?

Fenugreek is an annual plant with small, angular, golden seeds that grow in pods. The seeds are used as a spice in curry powders, spice blends, pickles and breads. Ground fenugreek seed is a golden powder with a warm, slightly bitter taste. Because it is the whole seed, ground, the powder carries the seed's own aroma and colour; it is not an extract.

Fenugreek forms at GOA Supply

Form Contents (product data) Order quantities Typical business use
Fenugreek powder Ground fenugreek seeds (Trigonella foenum-graecum); fine golden powder 10, 50 or 100 kg Spice blends and food production, capsule filling, repacking by webshops
Fenugreek capsules Fenugreek seed powder; capsule type and fill weight on request; HS code 210690 20,000, 50,000 or 100,000 capsules Supplement brands, webshops and pharmacies that pack capsules under their own label

The powder is part of our natural powders in bulk, the capsules of our capsules in bulk.

What to check when you buy fenugreek in bulk

  • Seed powder or extract. Fenugreek is sold both as ground seed and as seed extract, sometimes with a ratio such as 10:1. Our products are described as seed powder. Check the specification so your ingredient list matches what is in the bag or capsule.
  • Plant part. Make sure the specification states the seed. The EU Novel Food Catalogue covers the seeds only (see below).
  • Capsule details. For the capsules, request the capsule type, the fill weight and the amount of fenugreek per capsule before you design your label.
  • Aroma and storage. Fenugreek has a strong aroma that can transfer to other products. Store it closed, cool and dry, separate from products that take up odours.
  • Documents. Ask for the specification and a certificate of analysis (CoA) that covers microbiology, pesticide residues under Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 and mycotoxins. Regulation (EU) 2023/915 sets a maximum level for ochratoxin A in dried spices.

EU rules for fenugreek

  • Novel food status: the EU Novel Food Catalogue states that only the seeds of Trigonella foenum-graecum were used as food in the EU before 15 May 1997, and lists them as not novel in food. Other plant parts are not covered by that entry.
  • France: Compl'Alim lists the seed of Trigonella foenum-graecum as authorised for food supplements. It also states that the label must carry a warning advising against use by pregnant women, and lists further recommended warnings based on an ANSES opinion. Include these if you declare fenugreek capsules in France.
  • Food supplements: capsules are sold as food supplements, so Directive 2002/46/EC and the national notification rules apply: no notification in the Netherlands, a notification in Belgium (FPS Public Health) and Germany (BVL) and a declaration via Compl'Alim in France.
  • Spice labelling: sold as a single spice, fenugreek powder is exempt from the mandatory nutrition declaration under Annex V of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011.

Health claims are only allowed if they are authorised under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006; check the EU Register before you put any claim on your label.

Private label fenugreek

For private label, we supply fenugreek powder in bulk for your own packaging, blends or capsules, and fenugreek capsules ready-filled in bulk. The capsules are filled by a contract manufacturer in the Netherlands, whose organic certificate is available on request. As the brand owner, you are responsible for the label, the recommended daily intake, any claims and the notifications in the countries where you sell. Our guide to starting a private label supplement brand in the EU covers these steps, and our private label page explains how we work.

Ordering fenugreek in bulk

  • Powder: 10, 50 or 100 kg. Capsules: 20,000, 50,000 or 100,000 pieces. Smaller quantities on request.
  • Orders are usually shipped within 1–2 weeks, depending on stock.
  • Prices exclude VAT and shipping, and we can arrange transport.
  • Specification and CoA on request.

FAQ

Is your fenugreek an extract?
No. According to our product data, the powder is ground fenugreek seed and the capsules are filled with fenugreek seed powder.

Is fenugreek a novel food?
The seeds are not. The EU Novel Food Catalogue lists the seeds of Trigonella foenum-graecum as not novel in food, because they were used as food in the EU before 1997.

Do fenugreek capsules need a special warning in France?
Yes. Compl'Alim states that the label must carry a warning advising against use by pregnant women, and lists further recommended warnings.

Can I fill your fenugreek powder into my own capsules?
Yes. Supplement brands use the powder to fill their own capsules. The product is then a food supplement, with the related labelling and notification rules.

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Written by Florian Fermin, co-owner of GOA Supply.

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