OriginBatch

OriginBatch is a mobile + web app that helps home cooks and small food businesses verify specialty ingredients (saffron, vanilla, olive oil, matcha, spices) and avoid counterfeits. Users scan a barcode/QR or upload a label photo and receipt; the app builds a “batch profile” with origin claims, producer/importer details, typical market price ranges, and known red flags (generic packers, vague origins, suspicious certifications). It also supports community-sourced lot tracking: users can report taste/aroma results, packaging changes, and lab-test links when available. This is a combination traditional + AI app: AI extracts label text, normalizes supplier names, and flags inconsistencies, but the product relies on structured data sources and user reports. Monetization: freemium, with paid “Pro” for small bakeries/cafes needing supplier records and audit-friendly documentation.