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Premium Seaweed Ingredients | Sustainable Sourcing | Innovative Food Solutions

Ocean's Balance is a leading U.S. producer and global supplier of premium seaweed ingredients, specializing in sustainably sourced, certified organic marine botanicals for the food, beverage, nutraceutical, and dietary supplement industries.

Headquartered in Biddeford, Maine, USA, Ocean's Balance is a vertically integrated seaweed company with expertise spanning cultivation, sustainable wild harvesting, processing, product development, and global distribution. Our mission is to make high-quality, sustainable seaweed ingredients accessible to manufacturers worldwide while supporting innovation, responsible ocean stewardship, and the growing demand for clean-label, plant-based ingredients.

Extensive Portfolio of Seaweed Ingredients

• Ocean's Balance offers a comprehensive selection of seaweed species, including Dulse, Nori, Kelp, Kombu, Wakame, Sea Lettuce, Irish Moss, Sea Moss, and Bladderwrack, along with complementary microalgae ingredients such as Spirulina and Chlorella.

Our ingredients are available in multiple formats, including whole leaf, flakes, granules, and powders, with custom milling and particle-size specifications available to meet individual manufacturing requirements.

From natural flavor enhancement and umami-rich seasonings to functional food and pet food formulations and nutritional applications, our versatile ingredients help manufacturers create innovative products that meet evolving consumer preferences.

Advanced Processing & Scalable Production
Our state-of-the-art processing capabilities distinguish Ocean's Balance within the seaweed industry. With industrial-scale dehydration equipment, high-volume milling systems, and ribbon mixers, we have the infrastructure to support both product development and large-scale commercial ingredient requirements.

Our capabilities include:

Bulk seaweed ingredient supply and global distribution; currently shipping metric tons of ingredients to the EU each month

Custom milling and particle-size specifications

High-volume dehydration and processing

Custom ingredient blending and formulation support

Land and sea-based ingredient blends

Private-label and contract manufacturing solutions

Flexible order volumes and scalable production

We work closely with our customers to develop ingredient solutions tailored to their specific applications, technical requirements, and production needs.

Food Safety, Quality & Traceability
Quality and food safety are fundamental to our operations. Ocean's Balance operates an SQF-certified manufacturing facility with HACCP-trained personnel and rigorous quality assurance procedures.

Our commitment to quality includes third-party laboratory testing, supplier verification, product traceability, and comprehensive documentation to support the requirements of international food manufacturers.

We offer certified organic ingredients and work with customers to meet their specifications for quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance.

Innovation in Functional Ingredients
Beyond traditional seaweed ingredients, Ocean's Balance is developing innovative solutions for the next generation of dietary supplements, food and pet food products.

Our ReadyRed™ ingredient solution offers an all-natural, seaweed-based alternative to conventional carrageenan, designed to support clean-label formulation while providing functional gelling properties without chemical extraction.

Our custom blending capabilities also allow manufacturers to combine marine ingredients with land-based botanicals, herbs, spices, and other functional ingredients, creating unique formulations for a broad range of applications.

Sustainability at Our Core
Seaweed is one of the world's most promising regenerative food resources. It grows without requiring agricultural land, freshwater irrigation, or conventional fertilizers and provides valuable habitat within marine ecosystems.

At Ocean's Balance, sustainability is more than a marketing commitment. It guides our sourcing, harvesting practices, processing investments, and partnerships with coastal communities.

By supporting responsibly managed seaweed cultivation and harvesting, we help build a more sustainable and resilient ingredient supply chain.

Your Global Seaweed Ingredient Partner
Recognized as a 2026 Exporter of the Year by the Maine International Trade Center, Ocean's Balance continues to expand its international presence, supplying innovative marine ingredients to manufacturers and distributors worldwide.

Private Labeling & Custom Blending Solutions
Ocean's Balance offers comprehensive private-label manufacturing and custom blending services, helping brands bring innovative, high-quality products to market. From concept and formulation development to ingredient sourcing, blending, packaging, and finished-product manufacturing, we provide flexible, turnkey solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Our high-capacity ribbon mixers and advanced processing equipment allow us to produce customized formulations combining premium seaweed ingredients with land-based botanicals, herbs, spices, and other functional ingredients. Whether you're launching a new product, expanding an existing product line, or scaling production, Ocean's Balance delivers the expertise, flexibility, and manufacturing capacity to support your growth.

Visionary Leadership Driving Sustainability & Global Growth
Ocean's Balance is led by a dynamic leadership team combining a passion for environmental conservation with decades of experience in business development, manufacturing, and international distribution. Mitchell Lench, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, is a visionary entrepreneur and passionate advocate for ocean conservation, sustainable aquaculture, and the advancement of the global seaweed industry. With an extensive background in impact investing and environmental stewardship, Mitch has dedicated himself to transforming seaweed into a commercially viable, regenerative resource. His involvement with The Nature Conservancy, commitment to supporting coastal communities, and leadership in expanding North America's seaweed processing infrastructure have helped position Ocean's Balance at the forefront of the industry's growth. Scott Murphy, Chief Operating Officer, brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience in the dietary supplement, natural products, and functional ingredient industries. With a relentless drive for business development, operational excellence, and international expansion, Scott has played an instrumental role in strengthening the company's manufacturing capabilities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding global distribution networks. His extensive industry knowledge, customer-focused approach, and commitment to scalable growth continue to open new markets and opportunities worldwide. Together, Mitch and Scott combine environmental vision with commercial expertise, driving Ocean's Balance's mission to become a globally recognized leader in sustainable marine ingredients.

Whether you are developing a new product, reformulating an existing application, seeking a reliable bulk ingredient supplier, or exploring custom blending opportunities, our team is ready to support your project.

Visit Ocean's Balance at Fi Europe 2026 to discover how our premium seaweed ingredients, advanced processing capabilities, and custom formulation services can bring value to your next innovation.

Website: www.oceansbalance.com

Location: Biddeford, Maine, USA

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Sales markets	Asia; Australia; Central/South America; Eastern Europe; North America; Western Europe
Primary business activity	Manufacturer: Ingredients / Additives
Affiliated categories:	Carrageenan |Processed eucheuma seaweed |Seaweed More

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