Sunflower Flour Supplier for Food Industry Professionals
Flanquart has been supplying seeds to the agri-food industry for over 30 years. From sourcing and quality control to processing and packaging, our expertise enables us to offer high-quality sunflower flour tailored to your needs.
Sunflower seed is an oilseed naturally rich in protein and fibre. Gluten-free, sunflower flour is widely used in both sweet and savoury applications in professional cooking and bakery. It integrates easily into vegan, clean-label, and allergen-free formulations, offering a healthy and nutritious alternative.
Characteristics
Form and particle size: Coarse ground, particles < 1mm
Colour: Beige, golden, depending on the reference
Flavour: Mild,
Calories*: 447 kcal
Protein*: 13 g
Fat*: 31 g
Fibre*: 7 g
Versions
- Natural
- Decontaminated
- Toasted
- Caramelised
Sources: EU
Packaging: Paper bags containing 5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg and 25 kg / Customisable labelling
* on average per 100 grams of hulled sunflower seed flour
Our Expertise in Sunflower Processing
Rigorous Selection of Sunflower Seeds
Flanquart has been supplying the food industry with seeds for over 30 years.
Our expertise in sourcing, processing, and packaging meets the requirements of professionals in bakery, confectionery, catering, and foodservice.
FSSC 22000 certified, we place particular emphasis on the rigorous selection of sunflower seeds used in our flour production.
Processing Methods Preserving Nutritional Quality
Our sunflower seed flour is produced in our allergen-free facility.
Selected seeds are not defatted, preserving the native sunflower oil and its nutritional benefits.
Milled at controlled temperatures, sunflower flour is combined with a clean-label carrier to absorb lipids when necessary.
Fine particle size can be adapted to your specific requirements.
Our gentle milling process guarantees a beige to cream-coloured flour, making it an excellent culinary alternative to almond or hazelnut powders.
Quality Control and Batch Stability
Certified FSSC 22000, the sanitary quality of our products is recognised by leading companies.
Monitoring intrinsic qualities (purity, humidity, energy value, etc.) strengthens our expertise.
Each batch is supplied with a technical data sheet including nutritional composition, energy value (kcal), lipid and fatty acid content, and protein and mineral profile.
We ensure full compliance with European Union regulations and your specific specifications.
Why Choose Flanquart as Your Sunflower Flour Supplier?
✔ Secured Supply Chain and Full Traceability
Flanquart has worked with its suppliers for over 30 years.
Our commitment is to guarantee a constant supply of non-GMO raw materials.
We conduct regular on-site audits to verify hygiene conditions and logistical capabilities.
Our network allows us to secure volumes for wholesale distribution to professionals and wholesalers throughout the year.
✔ Controlled Nutritional and Functional Quality
Non-defatted sunflower seed flour, stabilised on a carrier, retains its full nutritional richness.
This formulation avoids the use of additives.
Rich in protein and low in carbohydrates, it supports a low-carb, premium nutritional positioning.
A differentiating ingredient suitable for healthy, sustainable, and transparent food concepts.
✔ Technical Support and Formulation Assistance
As specialists in alternative flours (pseudo-cereals, oilseeds, pulses), our teams support you in integrating sunflower flour seamlessly into your recipes.
We advise on optimal use in pastry, savoury cooking, and ready-meal applications.
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Our Four Sunflower Flour Variants
Natural Sunflower Flour
- Offers a neutral, plant-based flavour.
Thanks to a vegetable carrier, lipids are stabilised, ensuring a homogeneous texture.
It preserves the full nutritional profile while remaining discreet, making it ideal for clean-label formulations without additives.
Debacterised Sunflower Flour
Thermally treated to ensure controlled microbiological levels.
This process preserves proteins and unsaturated fatty acids.
It meets the requirements of sensitive applications such as infant nutrition or ready-to-eat products.
Toasted Sunflower Flour
Obtained through controlled roasting, it reveals an intense toasted flavour.
Ideal for gourmet products, it enhances bakery recipes and premium plant-based creations with a distinctive aromatic signature.
Caramelised Sunflower Flour
Develops a subtly sweet taste through a controlled caramelisation process.
Perfect for cakes, plant-based desserts, or premium snacking, it adds immediate value to finished products.
Characteristics of Our Professional Sunflower Flour
✔ Rich in Protein and Fibre
Considered a superfood, sunflower flour contributes to nutritional balance.
It provides essential nutrients while enhancing satiety — a key benefit for health and sports segments.
Its low-carb profile allows product enrichment without increasing glycaemic index.
✔ Techno-Functional Properties
Sunflower flour has excellent binding capacity.
It forms a cohesive matrix that improves structure, even without eggs.
It stabilises emulsions and enhances the consistency of sauces and complex doughs.
✔ Certifications and Regulatory Compliance
Our processes are carefully controlled to ensure low-temperature milling.
Beyond standard control plans, we work with you to define the analyses required to maintain consistent quality.
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Applications of Sunflower Flour in the Food Industry
✔ Plant-Based Products and Protein Alternatives
It integrates perfectly into meat substitute formulations or vegetable patties.
Its binding capacity ensures matrix cohesion without soy or additives, offering a high-protein alternative.
✔ Bakery, Pastry, and Snacking
Suitable for speciality breads, wholegrain breads (in combination with spelt or wheat), and crackers.
In biscuits or cereal bars, it enriches formulations while remaining clean label.
Its flavour profile allows broad application flexibility.
✔ Health and Functional Nutrition
Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, it is ideal for ready-to-eat products.
Its allergen-free profile meets the expectations of the dietary supplement and preventive nutrition markets.
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Sunflower Flour Range and Packaging Options
✔ Particle Sizes Adapted to Your Processes
Particle size selection influences final texture — smooth doughs for baking, soft pancakes, or more textured products.
✔ Flexible Professional Packaging
Stored in cool, dry conditions, our products retain their quality for several months.
Available formats include:
– Big Bags (wholesale distribution)
– Paper bags from 5 to 25 kg
– Nitrogen-flushed bags for optimised shelf life
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Ordering Your Professional Sunflower Flour
✔ Simplified Ordering and Available Samples
To purchase or request volume pricing, contact us at +33 3 21 61 74 20.
Samples are available to validate functional properties before any industrial order.
✔ Delivery in France and for Export
We deliver in France and internationally within 3 weeks.
Our transport methods comply with storage requirements to ensure optimal quality up to your food production site.
✔ Technical Support and R&D Assistance
Our R&D team advises you on:
– Optimal use of sunflower flour in your recipes
– Combinations with other base flours (wheat flour, pulses, etc.)
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