Palmaria palmata (Dulse) – Macroalgae Powder
- Traditional food ingredients
- Trace elements: Iron, Potassium, Magnesium
- Proteins and Vitamin B
On request
DE-ÖKO-070
EU agriculture
Product Overview
Palmaria palmata, commonly known as Dulse, is an edible red macroalgae harvested from the cold coastal waters of the North Atlantic and Pacific. It is valued for its broad nutrient profile including proteins, trace elements, and vitamins, and is used across food, cosmetics, and animal feed industries. This product is available in both organic and conventional variants.
Typical applications: Palmaria palmata (Dulse) – Macroalgae Powder
Functional Highlights
- Rich source of protein comparable in quality to nutrient-dense vegetables [4]
- Contains trace elements including iron, potassium, and magnesium [4]
- Contains vitamins including B6, B12, A, and C, as well as calcium, iodine, and folate [4]
- High folate content promotes cell growth and supports skin appearance [5, 6, 7]
- Contains antioxidants that may support immune function
- Contains renin-inhibitory peptides with demonstrated antihypertensive potential in research models [3]
- Beta-carotene content may support natural vision function [4]
- Contains mycosporine-like amino acids with photoprotective properties [7]
- Acts as a film former in cosmetic formulations, giving creams and lotions a smooth texture [5, 6]
- Functions as a natural emollient, helping to draw moisture into the skin and protect against environmental damage [5, 6]
- Contains compounds with antibacterial properties relevant for cosmetic applications [5, 6, 7]
- Rich in fiber supporting digestive function [4]
Typical applications
- Food ingredients and food supplements [3, 4]
- Cosmetics and skincare formulations [5, 6, 7]
- Animal feed
- Agricultural use as fertilizer
Product information: Palmaria palmata (Dulse) – Macroalgae Powder
Technical Specifications
| Appearance | Powder |
| Colour | Red |
| Key nutrients | Protein, iron, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iodine, vitamins B6, B12, A, C, folate |
| Key compounds | Amino acids, antioxidants, mycosporine-like amino acids, beta-carotene |
| Available forms | Powder, flakes, dried raw algae |
| Variants | Organic (DE-ÖKO-070) and conventional |
| Harvest season | September to April (in some regions from June) |
*All values are indicative and may vary between batches. Please request a current Certificate of Analysis for exact specifications.
Production and Cultivation
Palmaria palmata grows in the intertidal zone of cold coastal waters in the North Atlantic and Pacific, attaching to rocks and other algae via adhesion organs. It is found throughout Great Britain, Ireland, and Iceland, as well as across North America from Arctic Canada to New Jersey and from Alaska to California. It is also harvested in Japan and Korea.
The regular harvest season runs from September to April, with some regions beginning as early as June. To ensure sustainable harvesting, parts of the fronds are left intact after harvest, allowing populations to recover and continue reproducing.
Ordering & Contact
ALGANEX supplies Palmaria palmata powder for B2B buyers in the food, cosmetics, and animal feed industries. The product is available in organic and conventional variants, as well as in powder, flake, and dried raw algae forms. Contact us for bulk pricing, sample requests, and supply chain information. Our team responds within twelve hours and supports product developers and purchasing managers with tailored sourcing solutions.
FAQ
What is Palmaria palmata (Dulse)?
Palmaria palmata, commonly known as Dulse, is an edible red macroalgae from the Palmariaceae family. It has been harvested for centuries from the cold coastal waters of the North Atlantic and Pacific and is used as a food ingredient, dietary supplement, and cosmetic component.
What is Palmaria palmata used for?
It is used as a food ingredient, food supplement, cosmetic formulation component, animal feed, and agricultural fertilizer. In cosmetics it acts as a film former and natural emollient. In food it is used as a snack, spice, flavor enhancer, and sea vegetable [3, 4, 5, 6, 7].
What nutrients does Palmaria palmata contain?
Palmaria palmata contains protein, fiber, iron, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iodine, vitamins B6, B12, A and C, folate, beta-carotene, amino acids, and antioxidants. It also contains mycosporine-like amino acids with photoprotective properties [4, 7].
What are the cosmetic applications of Palmaria palmata?
Palmaria palmata powder is used in moisturizers, cleansers, massage oils, hand creams, conditioners, soaps, bath salts, eye gels, and shaving creams. It acts as a film former providing smooth texture, functions as a natural emollient supporting skin hydration, and contains compounds with antibacterial properties [5, 6, 7].
Is Palmaria palmata suitable as a food ingredient?
Yes, Palmaria palmata has been used as a food for centuries across Ireland, Scotland, Iceland, North America, Japan, and Korea. It can be used as a snack, flavor enhancer, spice, or sea vegetable, and incorporated into soups, salads, bread dough, and stews. When fried, it develops a bacon-like flavor.
What is the harvest season for Palmaria palmata?
The regular harvest season runs from September to April. In some regions harvesting can begin as early as June. Sustainable harvesting practices leave parts of the fronds intact to allow population recovery.
In which forms is Palmaria palmata available?
Palmaria palmata is available as powder, flakes, and dried raw algae. It is offered in both organic (DE-ÖKO-070) and conventional variants.
Are there any considerations for use of Palmaria palmata?
Due to its high iodine content, intake of Palmaria palmata is not recommended for individuals with hypothyroidism. As with any algae product, regional regulatory requirements regarding iodine content in food and supplements should be verified before use.
Sources
- Pier Kuipers in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 06 June 2024. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org/search/species/detail/?species_id=1
- Palmaria palmata – Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palmaria_palmata
- Fitzgerald C, Aluko RE, Hossain M, Rai DK, Hayes M. Potential of a renin inhibitory peptide from the red seaweed Palmaria palmata as a functional food ingredient following confirmation and characterization of a hypotensive effect in spontaneously hypertensive rats. J Agric Food Chem. 2014 Aug 20;62(33):8352-6. doi: 10.1021/jf500983n. PMID: 25062358. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25062358/
- Lafeuille B, Tamigneaux É, Berger K, Provencher V, Beaulieu L. Impact of Harvest Month and Drying Process on the Nutritional and Bioactive Properties of Wild Palmaria palmata from Atlantic Canada. Mar Drugs. 2023 Jul 3;21(7):392. doi: 10.3390/md21070392. PMID: 37504923. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37504923/
- Campos PMBGM, Benevenuto CG, Calixto LS, Melo MO, Pereira KC, Gaspar LR. Spirulina, Palmaria Palmata, Cichorium Intybus, and Medicago Sativa extracts in cosmetic formulations: an integrated approach of in vitro toxicity and in vivo acceptability studies. Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2019 Dec;38(4):322-329. doi: 10.1080/15569527.2019.1579224. PMID: 30821523. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30821523/
- Castejón N, Thorarinsdottir KA, Einarsdóttir R, Kristbergsson K, Marteinsdóttir G. Exploring the Potential of Icelandic Seaweeds Extracts Produced by Aqueous Pulsed Electric Fields-Assisted Extraction for Cosmetic Applications. Mar Drugs. 2021 Nov 25;19(12):662. doi: 10.3390/md19120662. PMID: 34940661. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34940661/
- Lalegerie F, Stiger-Pouvreau V, Connan S. Mycosporine-like Amino Acids in Palmaria palmata (Rhodophyta): Specific Implication of Usujirene in Photoprotection. Mar Drugs. 2024 Mar 5;22(3):121. doi: 10.3390/md22030121. PMID: 38535462. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38535462/
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