Wholesale Sea Moss Buyer's Guide: 9 Things to Check Before You Order Bulk
Quick answer: Before you order wholesale sea moss, check nine things: where it was harvested, what species it is, whether it's wildcrafted or pool-grown, how it was dried, its color, what it's third-party tested for, how it's packed, the minimum order and the price tiers. CGI-Green's bulk sea moss is Eucheuma cottonii, wildcrafted and hand-harvested in St. Lucia, traditionally sun-dried and third-party tested for yeast and mold, from a family-owned business based in Florida. Dried gold starts at 5 lb for $200.
The Short Version
- Confirm the sea moss is wildcrafted, not pool-grown, and ask which coastline it came from.
- Ask for the species. A supplier who knows its product can name it.
- Ask if it's traditionally sun-dried.
- Ask what it's tested for, product by product, and how you can review the results.
- Look at the color. Natural gold or purple is good. Bleached white is a red flag.
- Compare tiered pricing. Real wholesalers offer better per-pound rates as your order grows.
If you're sourcing wholesale sea moss for your gel line, supplement brand, retail shelf or wellness business, the supplier you choose decides almost everything that follows: where it was harvested, how it was dried, and whether your customers come back for a second jar.
We're a family-owned business that has shipped wildcrafted Caribbean sea moss to US businesses for years, and the same questions come up every time a new buyer reaches out. This guide is what we wish more buyers asked before they placed their first order anywhere.
Why Sourcing Comes First
Not all sea moss on the market comes from the open ocean. A lot of it is farmed in pools or tanks, where it grows faster and costs less to produce. Same name on the label, two very different products on a buyer's shelf. We explain the difference in wildcrafted vs pool-grown sea moss.
For this guide, the short version is enough: where your sea moss grew and how it was harvested matters more than any other single factor. Everything else on this checklist follows from that decision.
9 Things to Check Before Your Wholesale Sea Moss Order
1. Where and how it was harvested
Ask three direct questions: What coastline does it come from? Is it wild-harvested or pool-grown? Who harvests it?
A real wildcrafted supplier names the country and often the coastal region. If the answer is a slogan ("from the cleanest waters in the world") or vague ("our partners source globally"), keep looking. CGI-Green's sea moss is wildcrafted and hand-harvested in St. Lucia and the surrounding Caribbean, using methods passed down in our family for more than 80 years. We'll tell you where it came from on the first call.
2. Species
"Sea moss" covers more than one seaweed. Ask which species you're buying, because it affects color, texture and how the moss sets into gel. Ours is Eucheuma cottonii.
3. Drying method
Two methods dominate wholesale: traditional sun-drying and machine or oven-drying. Sun-drying takes days on open racks and keeps the moss's natural color and texture. It's the method our family has always used. Oven-drying is faster. Ask your supplier directly: "Is this sun-dried?" A clear yes is what you want to hear.
4. Color and grade
- Gold: the most common wildcrafted variety, light tan to deep golden. Mild flavor, versatile, the default for most wholesale buyers.
- Purple: deeper color and a slightly stronger flavor. Usually priced higher.
- White or bleached: a red flag. Bright white moss has usually been processed to look lighter.
Reputable wholesalers offer at least gold and purple. If a supplier only sells "white sea moss," that's not a variety, it's processing.
5. Third-party testing
Sea moss takes up minerals from the water it grows in, which is why testing matters. Ask every supplier the same two questions: What exactly is each product tested for? and How can I review the results? A good supplier answers product by product instead of pointing to a stamp on the bag.
Our answer: CGI-Green dried sea moss is third-party tested for yeast and mold. Wholesale clients and business partners can apply to review the certificate of analysis, which is shared under an NDA. Here is what the lab checks across our products.
6. Packaging and storage
Dried sea moss keeps best sealed, cool and dry, away from moisture and direct sunlight. If it gets wet in storage it can turn moldy. Bulk orders should arrive in sealed, food-safe packaging. Loose, unsealed bags are a sign of a supplier who hasn't thought about shelf life.
7. Minimum order quantity (MOQ)
- Dried sea moss: a typical starting point is 5 to 10 lb, with better rates at higher tiers.
- Sea moss capsules: 800 count is a common entry point.
- Finished products like soaps: usually 20 units or more.
Be wary of suppliers with no minimum at all, and equally wary of minimums that lock you into pallets on a first order. CGI-Green's dried sea moss wholesale starts at 5 lb ($200 for gold, $245 for purple). Capsules start at 800 ct ($200 for sea moss, $215 for the bladderwrack and burdock root blend). We keep the entry point accessible for newer businesses.
8. Pricing tiers
Real wholesale suppliers offer tiered pricing: better per-pound rates as your order grows. Here is CGI-Green's dried gold sea moss as an example:
| Order size | Total price | Per pound |
|---|---|---|
| 5 lb | $200 | $40 / lb |
| 10 lb | $300 | $30 / lb |
| 20 lb | $520 | $26 / lb |
| 25 lb | $600 | $24 / lb |
If a supplier charges the same per-pound rate at any volume, they aren't really scaling. And if a "wildcrafted" price looks far below everyone else's, ask how that's possible before you order.
9. Customer service and transparency
Wholesale is a repeat relationship, not a one-time transaction. The supplier who answers your questions before you order is the one who'll answer when a shipment is delayed. Test it: send an inquiry and see whether they answer the question you actually asked.
Red Flags to Walk Away From
- Vague answers about testing, or no way to review results.
- Origin claims that name a whole region but no country or coastline.
- Bleached or pure-white sea moss sold as "premium." See real vs fake sea moss.
- No species named.
- Pressure sales ("this price is only good today") for a wild-harvested product.
- No real website, no business address, no return policy.
Wildcrafted vs Pool-Grown Wholesale at a Glance
| What to check | Wildcrafted (e.g. CGI-Green) | Typical pool-grown |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Open Caribbean coastline (St. Lucia) | Pools or tanks |
| Species | Eucheuma cottonii, named | Often not stated |
| Harvest | By hand, where it grows | Farmed |
| Drying | Traditionally sun-dried on open racks | Often machine-dried |
| Color | Natural gold or purple | Often bleached white |
| Testing | Third-party tested; COA for approved buyers under NDA | Varies |
| 5 lb price | $200 ($40 / lb) | Usually lower |
How CGI-Green Approaches Wholesale
We're a family-owned business based in Florida that ships wildcrafted Caribbean sea moss to US businesses. We've kept our wholesale operation small enough that you talk to the family behind the moss.
Our bulk dried sea moss is:
- Eucheuma cottonii, wildcrafted and hand-harvested in St. Lucia and the surrounding Caribbean
- Rinsed with lime and traditionally sun-dried
- Third-party tested for yeast and mold
- No synthetic additives
Our current wholesale lineup:
- Dried Wildcrafted Gold Sea Moss: 5 to 25+ lb, from $200
- Dried Wildcrafted Purple Sea Moss: 5 to 25+ lb, from $245
- Irish Moss Sea Capsules: 800 to 2,400+ ct, from $200
- Sea Moss + Bladderwrack + Burdock Root Capsules: 800 to 2,400+ ct, from $215
- Bulk Dried Whole Elderberries: 5 to 30+ lb, from $140
- Sea moss soaps (Ocean Gold, Ocean Blue, Lavender, Turmeric): 20 to 60+ bars, from $100
What we don't do: dropshipping, bleaching or oven-drying. What we do offer is a small, transparent operation that answers questions and ships sea moss that's been part of our family for generations.
CGI-Green at a Glance
- Who we are: a family-owned, Caribbean-rooted wellness brand with more than 80 years of family tradition behind our sea moss.
- Species: Eucheuma cottonii.
- Where it comes from: wildcrafted and hand-harvested in St. Lucia and the surrounding Caribbean.
- How it is made: rinsed with lime and traditionally sun-dried. No synthetic additives.
- Tested: third-party tested.
- Based in: Florida. Orders ship from our facility in the US.
- Products: sea moss gels, Moss Bites gummies, dried sea moss and capsules.
- Customers: rated 4.9/5 by 18,250+ customers.
We don't tell you it's quality. We show you.
Browse our wholesale catalog: dried sea moss, capsules, elderberries and soaps.
View the Wholesale CatalogFrequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for CGI-Green wholesale sea moss?
Dried sea moss starts at 5 lb ($200 for gold, $245 for purple). Capsules start at 800 count ($200, or $215 for the bladderwrack and burdock root blend).
Where does CGI-Green wholesale sea moss come from?
It is Eucheuma cottonii, wildcrafted and hand-harvested in St. Lucia and the surrounding Caribbean, then rinsed with lime and traditionally sun-dried. CGI-Green is a family-owned business based in Florida.
Is CGI-Green wholesale sea moss third-party tested?
Yes. Our dried sea moss is third-party tested for yeast and mold. Wholesale clients and business partners can apply to review the certificate of analysis, which is shared under an NDA.
How should I store dried sea moss?
Sealed, in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Dried sea moss that gets wet in storage can turn moldy.
Do you offer sea moss dropshipping?
No. Wholesale orders ship to your business, and you fulfill to your customers from there.
Do you offer wholesale sea moss gels or gummies?
Our wholesale lineup is dried sea moss, capsules, dried elderberries and sea moss soaps. We don't offer gels or gummies at wholesale.
What's the difference between gold and purple wholesale sea moss?
Both are wildcrafted in the Caribbean. Gold is the most common, light tan with a mild flavor. Purple has a deeper color and a slightly stronger flavor. Many retailers stock both.
Next Steps
Considering CGI-Green for your next wholesale order? Browse the wholesale catalog and reach out with your questions. We answer wholesale inquiries personally.
For the sourcing story behind our sea moss, read where our sea moss comes from. Checking quality with the moss in your hands? Our guide to real vs fake sea moss walks through what to look for.