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Matcha Nude vs Teafy Matcha: 2026 Comparison

Matcha Nude sources from Japan while Teafy sources from Kyoto Uji + Shizuoka, Japan, giving each brand a distinct terroir and flavor profile. Both brands publish numeric COA results from named accredited labs, placing them among the more transparent options in the matcha category. On price, Matcha Nude is $0.05/g less expensive per gram ($0.65/g vs $0.70/g).

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

Matcha Nude

Matcha Nude is $0.05/g cheaper ($0.65/g vs $0.70/g).

Testing transparency

Tie / indeterminate

Both brands are rated Tier 1. Equivalent disclosure level.

Published lead level

Matcha Nude

Matcha Nude reports a lower published lead level (52 ppb vs 67 ppb). Note: values are from different batches and dates.

Origin

Tie / indeterminate

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

Organic certification

Tie / indeterminate

Both brands hold organic certification (ORGANIC and EU). Tie.

Side-by-Side Spec Table

FieldMatcha NudeTeafy
OriginJapanKyoto Uji + Shizuoka, Japan
GradePremiumCeremonial
Price per gram$0.65/gBetter$0.70/g
Transparency tierTier 1Tier 1
Publishes numeric COAYesYes
Third-party testedYesYes
Organic certificationORGANICEU
Lead (published)52 ppb67 ppb
Cadmium (published)12 ppb13 ppb
Arsenic (published)16 ppb21 ppb
Mercury (published)5 ppbNot publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)
Pesticide testedNoYes
Last verifiedJune 24, 2026June 21, 2026
Matcha Nude
Teafy

Origin

Japan
Kyoto Uji + Shizuoka, Japan

Grade

Premium
Ceremonial

Price per gram

$0.65/g
$0.70/g

Transparency tier

Tier 1
Tier 1

Publishes numeric COA

Yes
Yes

Third-party tested

Yes
Yes

Organic certification

ORGANIC
EU

Lead (published)

52 ppb
67 ppb

Cadmium (published)

12 ppb
13 ppb

Arsenic (published)

16 ppb
21 ppb

Mercury (published)

5 ppb
Not publicly published (checked June 21, 2026)

Pesticide tested

No
Yes

Last verified

June 24, 2026
June 21, 2026

Heavy Metals and Safety Disclosure

Matcha Nude reports a lead level of 52 ppb and Teafy reports 67 ppb. These values are from different batches and dates and should not be treated as directly comparable without matching batch information. For context, California Prop 65 sets a maximum allowable dose level for lead of 0.5 micrograms per day. At a 2g serving, that threshold corresponds to approximately 250 ppb in the powder.

MetalMatcha NudeTeafy
Lead52 ppb67 ppb
Cadmium12 ppb13 ppb
Arsenic16 ppb21 ppb
Mercury5 ppbNot 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: Matcha Nude June 24, 2026, Teafy June 21, 2026.

Price Comparison

Matcha Nude is $0.05/g cheaper than Teafy ($0.65/g vs $0.70/g, a 7% difference). At 30 servings per month, that is approximately $3/month in savings.

Detailed Analysis

Testing Transparency

Both Matcha Nude and Teafy publish numeric COA results at ppb resolution from named accredited labs. This is the highest standard of transparency in the matcha category. Buyers can verify the actual lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury values for both brands before purchasing.

Origin and Sourcing

Matcha Nude sources from Japan and Teafy sources from Kyoto Uji + Shizuoka, 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?

Both brands are at the same transparency tier (Tier 1). Testing disclosure is not a differentiator between them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matcha Nude or Teafy cheaper?

Matcha Nude is cheaper at $0.65/g vs $0.70/g per gram, a difference of $0.05/g. Prices verified as of 2026-06.

Does Matcha Nude publish lab results?

Yes. Matcha Nude publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Verified June 24, 2026.

Does Teafy publish lab results?

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

Are Matcha Nude and Teafy both third-party tested?

Both brands claim third-party testing. However, third-party testing is only independently verifiable when the brand publishes the actual COA with the lab name, test date, and numeric results.

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