PLEASE REVIEW THE SHIPPING EXPECTATIONS TAB Chondrus Crispus - Also known as Irish moss is a common edible seaweed that can be found on rocky shores in the Northern Atlantic Ocean and the shores of Peru. Not only is it harvested for food, but also it contains high amounts of minerals and vitamins.   Chondrus Crisp Purple Irish Sea Moss This high-grade Chondrus Crispus Irish Sea Moss (Purple) was hand-harvested in Lima, Peru, then sun-dried and bagged.  Use this bold-tasting moss to make smoothies and teas, add to baked goods, or thicken your gravies and sauces. Recommended daily intake: Once, processed as a gel: 1-2 tablespoons best taken in the morning Instruction for Best Shelf Life:  Raw Sea Moss can last up to 1 year, kept in a cool dry place. Once the Raw Sea Moss is blended into a gel, IMMEDIATELY refrigerate it for 5 hours before use.  The texture is more like cranberry sauce or jam.  It can be kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks or up to 6 months in the freezer.   Shipping Expectation: As soon as you place your order, you will receive a confirmation email (system generated). Allow your order to be processed.  Gel products and soap products are made fresh, they will have a 3-8 business day processing time before being shipped.  Dry products will have a 3-5 business day processing time before being shipped. When your order is ready to be shipped, we will print your shipping label.  Tracking numbers are only generated once your shipping label has been printed.   Holistic Vybez takes chargebacks very seriously.