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Pique Sun Goddess vs Zenara-Group Matcha: 2026 Comparison

This 2026 comparison covers Pique Sun Goddess and Zenara-Group across price, testing transparency, heavy metal disclosure, and organic certification.

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 Pique Sun Goddess has a published price ($1.07/g). Cannot compare.

Testing transparency

Pique Sun Goddess

Pique Sun Goddess is Tier 3 vs Unrated for Zenara-Group. Lower tier number means more disclosure.

Published lead level

Tie / indeterminate

Neither brand has published a numeric lead value. Cannot compare.

Origin

Tie / indeterminate

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

Organic certification

Pique Sun Goddess

Pique Sun Goddess holds ORGANIC certification. Zenara-Group does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification.

Side-by-Side Spec Table

FieldPique Sun GoddessZenara-Group
OriginKagoshima, JapanNot disclosed
GradeCeremonialNot specified
Price per gram$1.07/gNot available
Transparency tierTier 3--
Publishes numeric COANoNo
Third-party testedYesBetterNo
Organic certificationORGANICNone
Lead (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Cadmium (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Arsenic (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Mercury (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
Pesticide testedYesNo
Last verifiedJune 27, 2026date unknown
Pique Sun Goddess
Zenara-Group

Origin

Kagoshima, Japan
Not disclosed

Grade

Ceremonial
Not specified

Price per gram

$1.07/g
Not available

Transparency tier

Tier 3
--

Publishes numeric COA

No
No

Third-party tested

Yes
No

Organic certification

ORGANIC
None

Lead (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Cadmium (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Arsenic (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Mercury (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

Pesticide tested

Yes
No

Last verified

June 27, 2026
date unknown

Heavy Metals and Safety Disclosure

Neither Pique Sun Goddess nor Zenara-Group has published numeric heavy metal values as of the last verification dates (June 27, 2026 and date unknown respectively). Without published ppb values, independent verification is not possible.

MetalPique Sun GoddessZenara-Group
LeadNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
CadmiumNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
ArsenicNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)
MercuryNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)Not publicly published (checked date unknown)

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: Pique Sun Goddess June 27, 2026, Zenara-Group date unknown.

Price Comparison

Zenara-Group does not have a published price per gram. Pique Sun Goddess is priced at $1.07/g (as of 2026-06-27).

Detailed Analysis

Testing Transparency

Pique Sun Goddess states that it tests its products but has not published numeric results publicly. No public testing statement has been found for Zenara-Group as of the last verification date.

Origin and Sourcing

Pique Sun Goddess sources from Kagoshima, Japan. Zenara-Group has not publicly disclosed a specific leaf origin region. Origin cannot be fully compared.

Which Should You Buy?

If testing transparency is your priority: Pique Sun Goddess (Tier 3) discloses more than Zenara-Group (Unrated). If organic certification matters to you: Pique Sun Goddess holds ORGANIC certification. Zenara-Group does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Pique Sun Goddess vs Zenara-Group?

Pique Sun Goddess is priced at $1.07/g. Zenara-Group does not have a published price per gram available.

Does Pique Sun Goddess publish lab results?

Pique Sun Goddess states that it tests its products but has not published numeric results publicly as of June 27, 2026.

Does Zenara-Group publish lab results?

No public testing statement or COA has been found for Zenara-Group as of date unknown.

Which is third-party tested: Pique Sun Goddess or Zenara-Group?

Pique Sun Goddess is third-party tested. Zenara-Group does not have a confirmed third-party testing status as of the last verification date.

Is Pique Sun Goddess or Zenara-Group organic?

Pique Sun Goddess holds ORGANIC certification. Zenara-Group does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification as of the last verification date.

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