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500 Tins · Ships Sep 2026

7matcha vs Milia Matcha Matcha: 2026 Comparison

7matcha sources from China while Milia Matcha sources from Japan, giving each brand a distinct terroir and flavor profile. Milia Matcha publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named lab. 7matcha has not published equivalent numeric results as of the last verification date.

VerdictSpec tableHeavy metalsPriceFAQ

Verdict by Axis

No single overall winner is declared. The better choice depends on which axis matters most to you.

Price per gram

Tie / indeterminate

Only Milia Matcha has a published price ($0.80/g). Cannot compare.

Testing transparency

Milia Matcha

Milia Matcha is Tier 1 vs Unrated for 7matcha. Lower tier number means more disclosure.

Published lead level

Tie / indeterminate

Milia Matcha publishes a lead value (95 ppb). 7matcha has not published a numeric lead value. Cannot compare directly.

Origin

Tie / indeterminate

One or both brands have not publicly disclosed their leaf origin region.

Organic certification

7matcha

7matcha holds ORGANIC certification. Milia Matcha does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification.

Side-by-Side Spec Table

Field7matchaMilia Matcha
OriginChinaJapan
GradeCeremonialNot specified
Price per gramNot available$0.80/g
Transparency tier--Tier 1
Publishes numeric COANoYesBetter
Third-party testedNoYesBetter
Organic certificationORGANICNone
Lead (published)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)95 ppb
Cadmium (published)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
Arsenic (published)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
Mercury (published)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
Pesticide testedNoNo
Last verifieddate unknownJune 21, 2026
7matcha
Milia Matcha

Origin

China
Japan

Grade

Ceremonial
Not specified

Price per gram

Not available
$0.80/g

Transparency tier

--
Tier 1

Publishes numeric COA

No
Yes

Third-party tested

No
Yes

Organic certification

ORGANIC
None

Lead (published)

Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
95 ppb

Cadmium (published)

Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)

Arsenic (published)

Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)

Mercury (published)

Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)

Pesticide tested

No
No

Last verified

date unknown
June 21, 2026

Heavy Metals and Safety Disclosure

Milia Matcha reports a lead level of 95 ppb (verified June 21, 2026). 7matcha has not published a numeric lead value (checked date unknown). Without a published value from 7matcha, a direct comparison is not possible. The absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger.

Metal7matchaMilia Matcha
LeadNot publicly published (checked date unknown)95 ppb
CadmiumNot publicly published (checked date unknown)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
ArsenicNot publicly published (checked date unknown)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
MercuryNot publicly published (checked date unknown)Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)

Source: brand-published COAs and independent test results. Values are from specific batches and dates. Absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger. Last verified: 7matcha date unknown, Milia Matcha June 21, 2026.

Price Comparison

7matcha does not have a published price per gram. Milia Matcha is priced at $0.80/g (as of 2026-06).

Detailed Analysis

Testing Transparency

Milia Matcha publishes a numeric COA with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. 7matcha has not published equivalent numeric results. No public testing statement has been found for 7matcha as of the last verification date.

Origin and Sourcing

7matcha sources from China and Milia Matcha sources from Japan. Different growing regions produce distinct flavor profiles: Uji matcha tends toward sweet umami, Kagoshima toward fresh and grassy, and Yame toward rich and complex. Neither region is objectively superior.

Which Should You Buy?

If testing transparency is your priority: Milia Matcha (Tier 1) discloses more than 7matcha (Unrated). If organic certification matters to you: 7matcha holds ORGANIC certification. Milia Matcha does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of 7matcha vs Milia Matcha?

Milia Matcha is priced at $0.80/g. 7matcha does not have a published price per gram available.

Does 7matcha publish lab results?

No public testing statement or COA has been found for 7matcha as of date unknown.

Does Milia Matcha publish lab results?

Yes. Milia Matcha publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Verified June 21, 2026.

Which is third-party tested: 7matcha or Milia Matcha?

Milia Matcha is third-party tested. 7matcha does not have a confirmed third-party testing status as of the last verification date.

Is 7matcha or Milia Matcha organic?

7matcha holds ORGANIC certification. Milia Matcha does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification as of the last verification date.

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