Why are you misleadingly highlighting the "DISTRIBUTED by.." a Hawaiian company? Is this a product of Hawaii or Japan? It says "Kyoto" on the top of the package, and has no "Product Of.." anywhere on the label IS THIS seaweed from/grown in Japan, or is...
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well i was also confused as well, until i examined the package more closely and yes it does say kyoto, but on the bottom it says trading hawaii from torrence ca so i'm not really sure
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The Black Japonica Rice says "Manufactured and Distributed by Lundberg Family Farms, Richvale, CA." That sure sounds like a field blend from California. It is also "Verified non-GMO," which I doubt would be possible in Japan, and certainly not in China. As for the other brand, I have no idea but would suspect they add chemicals to their rice.
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Here's what the package says: "Product of China", Packed exclusively for Seapoint Farms of Huntington Beach, CA, "100% Natural Ingredients: Soybeans, Sea Salt. Manufactured in a plant that processes peanuts and other nuts." It has the capital K symbol (Kosher, I think), and the "Non-GMO" green plant with yellow sun symbol (I think this is regulated and only allowed to be advertised if it meets certain requirements.) It does not say "organic" or carry the organic symbols. I've been very happy with the edemame (of course, non-plus'd about it being from China), but it seems to be as advertised and in a fairly natural state. Who knows how far back the genetic modification goes and if this could be traced... Here's what the package says: "Product of China", Packed exclusively for Seapoint Farms of Huntington Beach, CA, "100% Natural Ingredients: Soybeans, Sea Salt. Manufactured in a plant that processes peanuts and other nuts." It has the capital K symbol (Kosher, I think), and the "Non-GMO" green plant with yellow sun symbol (I think this is regulated and only allowed to be advertised if it meets certain requirements.) It does not say "organic" or carry the organic symbols. I've been very happy with the edemame (of course, non-plus'd about it being from... » Read More Here's what the package says: "Product of China", Packed exclusively for Seapoint Farms of Huntington Beach, CA, "100% Natural Ingredients: Soybeans, Sea Salt. Manufactured in a plant that processes peanuts and other nuts." It has the capital K symbol (Kosher, I think), and the "Non-GMO" green plant with yellow sun symbol (I think this is regulated and only allowed to be advertised if it meets certain requirements.) It does not say "organic" or carry the organic symbols. I've been very happy with the edemame (of course, non-plus'd about it being from China), but it seems to be as advertised and in a fairly natural state. Who knows how far back the genetic modification goes and if this could be traced... « Show Less
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As I understand it, Japan first developed the process of making the powdered form of cracked-cell algae, which is readily absorbed by our bodies. Most sellers get it from Japan due to their consistent high quality. Hope that helps.
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Just checked the packaging and it does not indicate the source. My understanding is, with the FDA, and the FTC, and whatever other bureaucracy manages this, that the source need only be indicated if it is not the U.S. If I am incorrect in that regard, I would welcome the correction.
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My order seems to have been shipped from Japan at least. The packaging had what I take to be Japanese lettering which I am unable to read. I am assuming the product was made in Japan.
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It originates from Kyoto, Uji, Japan and then is packaged in the USA.They have a website: http://store.ryu-mei.com/
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You ask an excellent question regarding the organic crop production disclaimer on our label. Our products have been approved and sold in California for years. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is a leader among states working to preserve the integrity of the term organic and the quality of organic production in our home state. Recent regulatory changes have created an opportunity for us to achieve approval for organic crop production and use the state's certified organic logo. We applaud the state's high standards and expect to be finished with that review process by the end of this year. Until then, we are required to display the disclosure. You may visit the CDFA website at http://apps4.cdfa.ca.gov/fertilizerproducts to verify the status of any product that has been reviewed by California. Be an informed consumer. Not all kelp on Amazon has even been registered to sell in CA. If the purpose for your garden is commercial food production in California, we recommend you wait until we have secured the official certification. If you purchased our product to help grow amazing vegetables (and anything else in your backyard) for your own consumption, get growing! Our kelp is sourced from Norwegian commercial suppliers who have already gone through California's and other organic review approvals. Enjoy your gardening this Spring. Tom Organics Rx
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I expanded the label here and besides other information it says its from extremely clean sea water. If you click where it says to expand the small labels eill become enlarged too sobyou can read other details. Our garden seems to be growing well and we wanted to increase mineral contents. John on growingyourgreens.com uses it. Hes also on youtube. Sorry for any typos
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it looks pretty confusing but I am glad you asked because that should be relevant. It says, " North America: Made under the direction of and distributed by: Opal S.Y. International, Boston MA.then below that is says: www.exploreasian.comProduct of Chinaand next to that, it adds:Australia: Imported by: Eco-Farms Pty LtdLet me know if you find anything more specific.
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It is really hard to say if it licensed or not, it has the official mark on the box. Since I think the product is just sells by person who brought for the official site or company. The product from Japan would not be bad actually. After I brought the item, the owner still contact me about my feedback about his item.
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I have no idea what you are talking about. If the seller tells lies about the origin of the product, it shall be "fraud". (Ex. Wakame imported from Korea is sold as the product of Japan (Japanese Wakame) . Sea Salt from Mexico (Printed (declared) on the package) is sold as XXX(In this case, xxx represents the area of Japan) Salt might be confusing, but is legal and acceptable. If Kobe beef (real one, not just the registered name) is written on the restaurant menu and this beef was actually Angus beef, it constitutes a criminal act. If my memory is correct, the package name is just Fueru Wakame (Expanding Wakame), thus, any wakame imported from anywhere in the world can be used. And if the product is made in Japan, (not made and packaged in Korea or China), it is considered to be a product of Japan, though the Wakame was imported from somewhere even from the United States) And if FDA regulates the real country of origin of the product, the manufacturere must state (print) the country on the package itself. So I have no idea about your question. If the South African Wakame's quality is good and the prices are competitive to the other suppliers , what is your problem? However, as far as I know, Fueru Wakame is a registered name in Japan by Riken Vitamin. "Wel-Pac" product is OEM, I think. (It is just like a Kirkland product sold at Costco. ) I guess Riken Vitamin produces Wel-Pac product distributed by JFC, And its web pages show only 3 places (Japanese origin, Korea and China) In this regard, Riken Vitamin Company clearly specifies the origin of the product when they market Fueru Wakam Series. Any how, if you really really concern about it, ask the right source Such as Wel-Pac. Not the consumer.
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Ok, so I read all the above answers and decided to call the 888 number on the product and ask the company. They said the product is made in the USA from organisms grown in Madison Wisconsin, and distributed through a company based in Pittsburgh. The company said there is no foreign ingredients in the product. But don't take my word for it. Call them yourself. The number is on the bottle and readable in the Amazon listing.
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I checked my bag and find there is no information on where it's grown. Doesn't really say where it's made either. States" Distributed exclusively by BulkSupplements.com" and gives their address in Nevada. Maybe the company's web site will give you better information.
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Hello, I'm sorry but not at my residence at present; I believe the spirulina is from the U.S., but cannot be sure without reviewing the packaging. Perhaps Starwest can help?
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As mentioned by others the package just says "distributed by.." but who really cares if the plants/leaves are grown in China. Some of the best tea leaves in the world are grown in China too.
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Both the ones I ordered last month came in the Japanese packaging...couldn't read a thing lol. Unfortunately they shipped it by slapping the label right onto that nice box. So you may want to try to request that it be placed in a shipping box by contacting shortly before or after you order it.