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Pea fiber suppliers and sourcing guide

Pea fiber comes from yellow field peas (Pisum sativum) and is sold in two main types. Hull fiber is the outer seed coat removed before the peas are milled and is mostly insoluble cellulose; cotyledon (inner) fiber is the residue left after pea protein and starch are extracted and holds more water and some pectin-like soluble fiber. Both are dried and milled to off-white or cream powders and are bought by fiber type and particle size.

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Category
Fibers
Also known as
pea hull fiber · pea cotyledon fiber · pea fibre · Pisum sativum
Facts checked
November 2026

Forms and grades of pea fiber

Suppliers sell different products under the same name. Specify the one you need.

  • Pea hull fiber

    Milled seed coats, high in insoluble fiber with low protein; used in bakery, snacks and meat products.

  • Pea cotyledon (inner) fiber

    Co-product of pea protein and starch processing; holds more water and gives a smoother texture than hull fiber.

  • Soluble pea polysaccharide

    Water-extracted soluble fiber used to keep proteins suspended in acidified milk drinks.

  • Particle size grades

    Fine grades for drinks and smooth batters, coarser grades for meat and extruded products.

  • Organic and non-GMO

    From certified organic or identity-preserved peas.

What to check on the COA

Compare each result with your own specification when the lot arrives.

Total dietary fiber
Total, soluble and insoluble fiber by AOAC 991.43 or 2011.25; the soluble share separates hull from cotyledon fiber.
Protein and starch
Protein by Dumas or Kjeldahl and starch by an enzymatic method, showing how much of the powder is not fiber.
Moisture
Loss on drying; affects flow, caking and microbial stability.
Water holding capacity
Grams of water held per gram of fiber, the main functional spec.
Particle size
Sieve analysis or laser diffraction to confirm the grade.
Microbiology
Total plate count, yeast and mold, coliforms or Enterobacteriaceae, E. coli and Salmonella.

Storage, lots and expiry

Storage and shelf life

Keep pea fiber in sealed, lined bags in a cool, dry place away from strong odors, and re-seal opened bags. It is a stable dry powder, but moisture uptake can cause caking and microbial growth. Suppliers set a best-before date for unopened packaging.

Lots and expiry dates

Protein and starch carryover vary with the protein or starch process the fiber came from, so check fiber, protein and water holding on each COA. Record whether the lot is hull or cotyledon fiber, since they are not interchangeable in a formula.

Regulatory status

Facts from regulators and standards bodies, each linked to its source.

  • Health Canada's list of dietary fibres reviewed and accepted by its Food Directorate lists pea hull fibre, the outer seed coat of field peas, as an accepted dietary fibre.

    Source: canada.ca (opens in a new tab)

  • Health Canada's list of dietary fibres reviewed and accepted by its Food Directorate lists pea cotyledon fibre, derived from dehulled peas processed for starch or protein, as a traditional fibre.

    Source: canada.ca (opens in a new tab)

  • GRN 525, for pea fiber notified by Fuji Oil as a texturizer and humectant in baked goods, fruit juices and acidified milk at up to 0.5 grams per serving, closed on Sep 24, 2014 with FDA having no questions and noting some uses may require a color additive listing.

    Source: hfpappexternal.fda.gov (opens in a new tab)

This is general information, not regulatory advice. Status differs by country and by how the ingredient is used, so check the rules for your product and market.

Pea fiber suppliers

Manufacturers and distributors whose own websites say they sell it.

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Frequently asked questions

What forms of pea fiber can brands buy?

Common forms include pea hull fiber, pea cotyledon (inner) fiber, soluble pea polysaccharide, particle size grades and organic and non-GMO. Ask each supplier for the specification sheet of the exact grade they quote.

What should the COA for pea fiber include?

Expect total dietary fiber, protein and starch, moisture, water holding capacity, particle size and microbiology, each with its method, specification and result for that lot.

How should pea fiber be stored?

Keep pea fiber in sealed, lined bags in a cool, dry place away from strong odors, and re-seal opened bags. It is a stable dry powder, but moisture uptake can cause caking and microbial growth. Suppliers set a best-before date for unopened packaging.

What is the regulatory status of pea fiber?

Health Canada's list of dietary fibres reviewed and accepted by its Food Directorate lists pea hull fibre, the outer seed coat of field peas, as an accepted dietary fibre. Health Canada's list of dietary fibres reviewed and accepted by its Food Directorate lists pea cotyledon fibre, derived from dehulled peas processed for starch or protein, as a traditional fibre. GRN 525, for pea fiber notified by Fuji Oil as a texturizer and humectant in baked goods, fruit juices and acidified milk at up to 0.5 grams per serving, closed on Sep 24, 2014 with FDA having no questions and noting some uses may require a color additive listing.

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