Question 1

What is the seaweed type?

Accepted Answer

Our seaweed products are a Nori seaweed type.

Question 2

Where is the seaweed sourced?

Accepted Answer

Our seaweed is sourced and packaged in China. We select only the best premium seaweed with quality similar to Japanese seaweed, having excellent taste, aroma, and texture.

Question 3

How is the seaweed organic?

Accepted Answer

Our roasted seaweed is cultivated on USDA-certified organic farms, harvested by machines, and roasted according to national organic program standards.

Our organic certifications are the NASAA Certified Organic (NCO), Quality Assurance International (QAI) Organic Certification, and National Check Professional (NCP) certification (Australia).

Question 4

Does the seaweed contain any nuts?

Accepted Answer

All of our roasted seaweed options do NOT contain any nuts. Our seaweed is made with only one ingredient -  dried organic seaweed!

Question 5

Is there added salt in the seaweed?

Accepted Answer

There is no added salt in our roasted seaweed. The salty flavor and content come naturally from saltwater, where the seaweed is harvested.

Question 6

What is the difference between the 100 Half-Sheet and the 50 Full Sheet options?

Accepted Answer

Our 100 half sheet pack of seaweed contains 50 full sheets of  seaweed cut in half.

Question 7

How should I store the seaweed?

Accepted Answer

We recommend storing our seaweed in a dry, cool, and dark area, such as a kitchen cabinet or pantry. To store in the refrigerator, ensure the package is securely sealed and kept in a low-moisture section.

Question 8

How long does the seaweed last once opened?

Accepted Answer

The shelf life of our organic roasted seaweed varies depending on how it is stored.

Once opened, if stored in a cool and dry place, the product can last up to 2-3 weeks.

For a longer shelf life, you can store the product in a freezer, which will last up to 10 months, or in the fridge, which will last you 6 months.

For best results, please ensure the package is sealed tightly when not in use.

Always refer to the "Best Before" Date listed on the packaging.

Question 9

Is the seaweed vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Seaweed is a sea plant that is 100% vegan.

Question 10

Is the seaweed gluten-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our seaweed is 100% gluten free

Question 11

Does the seaweed contain any preservatives?

Accepted Answer

No, our roasted seaweeds do not contain any preservatives. Our seaweed is made with a single ingredient-organic roasted seaweed!

Question 12

Is it healthy to eat seaweed?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our seaweed is made with a single ingredient-organic roasted seaweed. Meaning there are no additional favorings or additives in our seaweed. Our seaweed is also fat-free and cholesterol-free. Seaweed is a great source of iodine, which helps support your thyroid gland. Seaweed also contains other vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin K, B vitamins, zinc and iron, along with antioxidants that help protect your cells from damage.

Question 13

How come each seaweed package differs in taste?

Accepted Answer

All of our seaweed raw material is harvested naturally. We do not further alter the taste of the seaweed. The salt taste of each product/lot depends on the saltiness of the ocean water which it was harvested from.

Question 14

How much Iodine does your seaweed contain?

Accepted Answer

Our roasted seaweed contains between 16–43 mcg (micrograms) per serving, or about 11–29% of the daily value.

Question 15

What other minerals are present in seaweed?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Iron.

Question 16

What is Proposition 65?

Accepted Answer

Proposition 65 requires businesses in California to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. The label can be seen on additives or ingredients in pesticides, common household products, food, drugs, dyes, or solvents. The state of California requires businesses to label their products accordingly. For more information, please visit:  https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/about-proposition-65.()

Question 17

What is the "chemical known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm"?

Accepted Answer

The detected substance is lead. Seaweed and other agricultural foods contain lead from the soil. Unless you eat tons of seaweed at once, it shouldn’t produce any effects due to its low percentage of lead contamination.

Lead is a regulated substance under California’s Proposition 65 (Prop 65), which requires California businesses to provide warnings about exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, please visit: https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/about-proposition-65.()

Question 18

Did your seaweed stop being packaged in the USA?

Accepted Answer

To meet our company's supply and demand, Little Jasmine now fully partners with seaweed farms in China.

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