Sponsored & Guest Post Guidelines

Thank you for your interest in contributing to the Cape Crystal Brands blog. Please review the guidelines and pricing below before submitting a proposal.

What Our Blog Covers

The Cape Crystal Brands blog focuses on food science and functional ingredients, with a special emphasis on hydrocolloids and modern cooking applications. We only consider content that fits clearly within this niche.

  • Hydrocolloids, gums, and stabilizers (xanthan gum, agar, carrageenan, pectin, etc.)
  • Thickening, gelling, emulsifying, and stabilizing in food systems
  • Food chemistry and formulation insights for home cooks, chefs, and R&D
  • Modernist / contemporary cooking techniques that use functional ingredients

We do not publish general lifestyle content, unrelated product reviews, or articles whose primary purpose is link building.

Editorial Standards

  • Original & exclusive: Articles must be original, not previously published, and not republished elsewhere.
  • Science-based: Claims about ingredients, functionality, or health should be accurate and, where appropriate, supported by references.
  • Non-promotional: The piece should educate our readers, not serve as an advertorial. Overt sales language will be removed or the post declined.
  • Length & structure: Minimum 1,000 words, with clear headings, subheadings, and logical flow.
  • Tone: Professional, clear, and accessible for an educated, curious reader interested in food science.

Cape Crystal Brands retains full editorial control and may edit for clarity, scientific accuracy, formatting, and style, or decline a submission at our discretion.

Link & Disclosure Policy

  • We may include up to one (1) external link per article, at our discretion.
  • Any commercial or brand website links will be tagged as rel="nofollow sponsored" to comply with search engine guidelines.
  • No affiliate links, tracking links, or link schemes are allowed.
  • All sponsored content will be clearly disclosed as such to our readers.

Sponsored Post Options & Rates

Tier 1 – Sponsored Guest Post (You Provide the Article)

Rate: $450

  • Up to ~1,200 words
  • Content must meet our editorial and scientific standards
  • Includes light editing and one nofollow/sponsored external link (if approved)

Tier 2 – Premium Sponsored Post (We Refine & Deep-Edit)

Rate: $750

  • Up to ~1,500 words
  • Includes structural editing, tone alignment, and basic fact-checking
  • One nofollow/sponsored external link (if approved)

Tier 3 – Custom Article Written by Cape Crystal Brands

Rate: $1,200

  • We develop and write a bespoke, science-based article that fits your topic within our niche.
  • Ideal for brands seeking high-authority content in our house voice.
  • Includes one nofollow/sponsored external link (if approved).

Payment is due in full before drafting, editing, or publication begins. Rates are subject to change.

How to Submit a Proposal

  1. Send an email with the subject line β€œSponsored Post Proposal – [Your Company Name]”.
  2. Include:
    • Proposed topic and a brief outline (3–5 bullet points)
    • Which tier you are interested in (1, 2, or 3)
    • Your website URL
    • Any specific goals for the article (audience, key message, etc.)
  3. We will review the fit with our editorial focus and respond if it’s a potential match.

For proposals and questions, please contact:
info@capecrystalbrands.com

Cape Crystal Brands reserves the right to decline any proposal that does not align with our brand, values, or editorial standards.


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