Organic Raw Red Maca Powder

Raw Red Maca Root Powder, Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO, Vegan and Raw

What Is Raw Red Maca Powder?

Raw red maca powder is made from dried red maca roots (Lepidium meyenii) grown in the high Andes of Peru. The roots are carefully dried and milled at low temperatures to preserve their natural composition. Red maca is one of the three major maca colors and is widely used as a traditional food ingredient in smoothies, drinks, and recipes. To learn more about this variety, see our red maca guide.

Organic Raw Red Maca Powder Overview

Our organic raw red maca powder is made from 100% red maca roots grown and processed by an organic farming cooperative in and around Junín, Peru. We work only with producers who manage their land locally and are committed to traditional agriculture, organic growing practices, and careful handling from harvest through processing.

This raw red maca powder contains only pure red Peruvian maca root with no fillers, sweeteners, or additives. It is a popular choice for customers looking for a flavorful, versatile red maca root powder with a naturally slightly sweeter taste than many other maca powders.

Key Features of Our Raw Red Maca Powder

• Certified Organic
• Fair Trade
• Non-GMO – Peru extends GMO ban until 2035
• 100% Raw and Vegan
• Origin: traditionally grown near Junín, Peru
• Low-temperature processed: carefully dried and milled
• Ingredients: 100% red Peruvian maca root powder
• Flavor: naturally earthy with a slightly sweeter taste than many other maca powders

Why Choose Raw Red Maca Powder?

Raw red maca powder is valued for its traditional use, naturally occurring nutrients, and easy culinary versatility. It contains carbohydrates, fiber, plant protein, amino acids, fatty acids, minerals, and distinctive maca compounds such as macamides and macaenes. Many people add organic red maca powder to smoothies, drinks, breakfast foods, and other recipes as part of a balanced daily diet.

Because red maca has a naturally milder, slightly sweeter taste, it is often chosen by customers who want a raw maca powder that blends well into everyday foods and beverages.

What Makes This Red Maca Different?

This product contains only pure raw red maca root powder from Peru. It is sourced from an organic farming cooperative, dried carefully at low temperatures, and packed without unnecessary ingredients. The result is a simple, traditional maca food in raw powdered form.

Red maca is one of the three major maca colors and has a nutritional profile similar to yellow and black maca. Many customers choose it for its flavor and its flexibility in smoothies, cereals, and recipes. To learn more, visit our guides on red maca and maca powder.

How to Use Raw Red Maca Powder

You can use raw red maca powder in several simple ways. Many people mix their daily serving into water, milk, or a plant-based beverage of choice. It also works well in smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt, and other everyday recipes. For more ideas, visit our collection of maca recipes.

If you enjoy smoothies, raw red maca powder pairs especially well with fruit-based recipes such as banana, strawberry, cacao, or berry blends. Its slightly sweeter taste makes it easy to incorporate into breakfast drinks and simple homemade recipes.

Raw maca retains its natural starches, which some customers specifically prefer. If you would rather use a maca product that has been traditionally heated for a different preparation style, see our gelatinized red maca. Another option is a red maca extract for customers looking for a more concentrated format.

The Maca Team Difference

At The Maca Team, we focus exclusively on high-quality Peruvian maca. We work directly with growers and producers in Peru to support careful sourcing, traditional agriculture, and consistent product quality.

Our maca is selected according to strict sourcing and processing guidelines that emphasize purity, traditional cultivation, and transparency. You can learn more about these practices on our Our Standards page.

If you would like to learn more about our story and why we focus exclusively on maca, visit our Our Company page.

Storage and Shelf Life

Store your maca in a sealed container or sealed bag away from direct light, moisture, and excess heat. Properly stored, raw red maca powder keeps well for up to 24 months. You may also store it in the freezer for additional protection. See more storage and use tips.

Suggested Use

Raw red maca powder is commonly used as a food. Many people begin with 3 grams daily (about 1 teaspoon) and gradually increase to 9 grams daily (about 3 teaspoons) based on preference and tolerance. Maca may be mixed with water, juice, milk, smoothies, or food. For more detailed guidance, visit our complete serving guidelines.

Compare Red Maca and Other Options

If you're exploring different types of maca, you may want to compare by color, preparation method, and format to find what best fits your preferences.

Compare maca colors:

• Raw Yellow Maca Powder
• Raw Black Maca Powder
• Raw Tri-Color Maca Powder

Explore different preparation styles:

• Gelatinized Red Maca

Explore other formats:

• Raw Red Maca Capsules
• Red Maca Extract

Browse related pages:

• Learn More About Red Maca
• All Maca Powders

For a broader comparison of maca colors, formats, and preparation styles, see our guide: Which Maca Is Best?

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Test Results

Certificate of Analysis – Raw Red Maca Powder, Organic

✓ Verified results by Groen Agro Contol – ISO Accredited Lab ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Product	Maca Red Root Powder Organic Certified (USDA - NOP)
Species	Lepidium meyenii (Walp.)
Part Used	Pure Root
Composition	100% Maca Root – Red
Origin	Peru
Lot Number	MRRPOCPPE20CM2504AB01
Batch Quantity	500 Kilos
Manufacture Date	April 2025
Shelf Life	Three years if sealed and stored away from sunlight and moisture
Packing	2 Double layered PE bags (10kg each) in a double wall cardboard box
Pack Size	20 kilos (02 bags)
Irradiation	Free
Certifications	Organic Certified – Control Union EU
GMO Status	Free of GMOs
BSE	Free

Chemical / Physical

Test	Specification	Method	Result
Appearance	Homogenous Powder	Visual	Conforms
Color	Beige	Visual	Conforms
Odor	Characteristic	Organoleptic	Conforms
Taste	Characteristic	Organoleptic	Conforms
Mesh Size	NTL 95% through mesh 60	60 mesh screen	Conforms
Moisture	No more than 6%	USP <921>	5.55%
Lead (Pb)	<0.5 ppm	AA-USP Modified	0.375 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	<0.5 ppm	AA-USP Modified	0.330 ppm
Arsenic (As)	<0.5 ppm	AA-USP Modified	0.365 ppm
Mercury (Hg)	<0.1 ppm	AA-USP Modified	0.030 ppm

Microbiological Characteristics

Test	Specification	Method	Result
Total Aerobics Plate Count	<100,000 cfu/g	USP<61>	<4,000 cfu/g
Mold & Yeast	<1,000 cfu/g	USP<61>	<300 cfu/g
Escherichia Coli	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms
Salmonella sp.	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms
Coliform	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms
Pseudomonas	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms

Results Provided By: Groen Agro Contol – ISO Accredited Lab ISO/IEC 17025:2017
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