Nutrition density, by nature
Chia concentrates omega-3 ALA, complete protein, fiber and antioxidants in a single, clean-label seed — no synthesis, no isolation.
The Chia Company · Since 2005 The whole seed,
The whole seed,
mastered end to end.
Benexia is a 100% chia-dedicated, vertically integrated ingredient company — from regenerative farms to omega-3 oil, complete plant protein and clean-label fiber. One crop, engineered for the world's food, beverage and nutrition industries.
One crop, endless formulations
XIA Seeds XIA Fiber XIA Protein XIA Oil™ ALA Powder™
Delivered from Chile to five continents — fully traceable, field to facility.
Certified & audited
- Non-GMO
- Gluten-Free
- USDA / NOP Organic
- Kosher
- Halal
- FSSC 22000
- Certified B Corporation
The whole-seed advantage
One seed. Four functional ingredients.
Instead of isolating a single molecule, Benexia keeps the whole chia seed intact and unlocks each fraction — oil, fiber, protein and micronutrients — with natural, solvent-free processing.
One seed Four ingredients
- Chia oil ~30%
Over 63% omega-3 ALA — the richest of any edible oil.
- Dietary fiber ~34%
Soluble + insoluble fiber that binds, gels and feeds the gut.
- Complete protein ~20%
All nine essential amino acids in a clean plant matrix.
- Micronutrients ~16%
Calcium, magnesium, antioxidants (tocopherols, polyphenols).
Clean-label functionality
MicroTech® milling turns the seed into fibers and proteins that bind, gel and emulsify — replacing gums and stabilizers with one natural ingredient.
Traceable, regenerative sourcing
Rain-fed farms across South America, cleaned to 99.9% purity in Chile, documented from field to facility. Zero irrigation, zero waste.
Ingredient portfolio
View all ingredients Five chia ingredients, one traceable source.
From whole seed to microencapsulated omega-3 — each line documented, certified and formulation-ready.
Whole seed
XIA Seeds
The whole chia seed, at its purest.
- ~18g Omega-3 ALA
- ~34% Dietary fiber
Chia fiber concentrate
XIA Fiber
Clean-label fiber that behaves like a functional system.
- ~56% Dietary fiber
- ~24% Protein
Complete plant protein
XIA Protein
A complete plant protein that disperses like a dream.
- ~40% Protein
- ~30% Dietary fiber
Cold-pressed chia oil
XIA Oil™
Nature's richest source of omega-3 ALA.
- > 63% Omega-3 ALA
- Naturally rich Tocopherols
Microencapsulated omega-3
ALA Powder™
Omega-3 ALA, wherever oil could never go.
- ~25% Omega-3 ALA
- Water-dispersible Dispersibility
Science & nutrition
Explore the science A functional food, backed by nutrition science.
Chia's benefits are grounded in its composition and recognized by regulators — from EU health-claim thresholds to its status as an authorized Novel Food.
Heart & omega-3
ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels — chia oil is over 63% ALA, the richest of any edible oil.
Gut & fiber
A high level of soluble and insoluble fiber — chia mucilage gels and binds water, adding structure and clean-label functionality.
Protein & satiety
A complete plant protein with all nine essential amino acids for plant-based, sports and everyday nutrition.
Applications
All applications Formulated into every category.
From bakery and beverages to sports nutrition and cosmetics — a chia solution for each brief.
Sustainability
Regeneratively grown. Low carbon. Zero waste.
A single crop, farmed rain-fed across Bolivia, Argentina and Paraguay, valorized whole — and now a Certified B Corporation.
- Whole-seed valorization — nothing wasted in processing
- Rain-fed farming — zero irrigation water to grow
- Full traceability from the field to your facility
~10,000 Hectares under regenerative cultivation 2023
3,200 t Chia seeds produced 2023
1,500 t Seed ingredients processed 2023
1,421 tCO₂e carbon footprint GHG Protocol, 2023
Answers
Chia ingredients, explained.
What is Benexia?
Benexia is a Chilean, 100% chia-dedicated, vertically integrated ingredients company that supplies chia-derived ingredients — seeds, fiber, protein, oil and microencapsulated omega-3 — to food, beverage and nutrition manufacturers worldwide. Founded in 2005, it owns the chain from regenerative farming to final ingredient.
What chia ingredients does Benexia produce?
Benexia produces five B2B ingredient lines from chia: XIA Seeds (whole seed), XIA Fiber (a ~56% fiber concentrate), XIA Protein (a ~40% complete plant protein), XIA Oil™ (cold-pressed oil with >63% omega-3 ALA) and ALA Powder™ (water-dispersible microencapsulated omega-3).
Why is chia a good source of omega-3?
Chia is one of the richest natural sources of omega-3 ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), and chia oil is over 63% ALA — the richest of any edible oil. Unlike marine omega-3, it is plant-based, neutral in flavor and free of fishy notes.
Is chia protein a complete protein?
Yes. Chia protein is a complete plant protein, providing all nine essential amino acids. Benexia’s XIA Protein concentrate delivers roughly 40% protein alongside dietary fiber and omega-3, with excellent dispersibility for beverages and dairy.
What certifications does Benexia hold?
Benexia holds FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP and GlobalG.A.P. certifications, EU and USDA organic certification, and is Non-GMO, certified gluten-free, Kosher and Halal. In 2026 it became a Certified B Corporation.
Is chia approved for sale in the European Union?
Yes. Chia (Salvia hispanica) is an authorized Novel Food in the EU under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283, covered by EFSA safety opinions for whole and ground seed and partially-defatted chia powder across a range of food categories.
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