Seaweed and algaeDry · Fine powder Medium data confidence

Spirulina powder

Spirulina powder is used in boilie formulation mainly as a protein source, colourant, attraction contributor and nutrient balancer. Typical dosage is expressed as a percentage of the dry mix.

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Recommended inclusion

Minimum: 0.5%
Typical: 2%
Maximum: 5%
Absolute maximum: 8%

0% 0.5%–5% ideal 8%+ too dominant too much

Above the recommended maximum the mix becomes harder to balance. Treat the absolute maximum as a hard ceiling.

Nutritional estimates

per 100 g dry · estimated

Protein 60%

Fat 7%

Carbs 20%

Fibre 4%

Ash 7%

Moisture 6%

Energy 1600 kJ/100g

Functional properties

Binding strength 2/10

Digestibility 8/10

Solubility / leakage 7/10

Natural attraction 6/10

Hardening 1/10

Softening 3/10

Texture opening 5/10

Cold water suitability 8/10

Warm water suitability 8/10

Buoyancy 0/10

Clouding 9/10

Oiliness 4/10

Processing tolerance 5/10

Roles

Protein sourceColourantAttraction contributorNutrient balancer

Allergens

No declared allergens

Data confidence: Medium

Estimates from ingredient data — practical guidance, not laboratory analysis.

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