blackcurrant extract powder

Blackcurrant Extract Powder (10:1 Water Extract)

Natural. Concentrated. Certified.

Our blackcurrant extract powder is in-stock and ready to ship from our California facility.

Product Overview

Botanical Name:Ribes nigrumL.

Extract Ratio:10:1 (Water extraction)

Form:Purple-red fine powder

Source:Whole blackcurrant berries

Why Our Extract?

1. Real Extraction Facility in California

We don't just trade ingredients—we make them.

Since 2018, our team operates a dedicated extraction facility in California. This means:

· Direct control over quality (no middlemen)

· Consistent batches year-round

· Technical support from people who actually produce the material

· Flexibility for custom requests

2. Multiple Certifications

Our facility holds:

· ✓ NSF GMP

· ✓ FSSC 22000 (food safety)

· ✓ Kosher & Halal

· ✓ Organic

· ✓ ISO standards

Every batch ships with current Certificates of Analysis and certification documentation.

3. Fast Delivery from 4 US Warehouses

In stockmeans in stock. We maintain inventory at four locations:

· West Coast

· Texas

· Midwest

· East Coast

Most orders ship within 2 business days. No waiting weeks for container shipments.

4. Free Samples

Test before you commit. We'll send you a free evaluation sample so you can check:

· Solubility in your system

· Color stability

· Compatibility with other ingredients

Product Specifications

Common Applications

Dietary Supplements

· Vision support formulas

· Antioxidant blends

· Urinary tract health products

· General wellness capsules/tablets

The 10:1 concentration of our blackcurrant extract powder means you need less material per dose compared to standard fruit powders.

Beverages

· Functional drinks

· Sports nutrition

· Ready-to-drink teas

· Smoothie mixes

Water-extracted, so it dissolves easily in liquid formulas. Works best in acidic pH (2.5-4.0) for color stability.

Natural Food Coloring

· Confectionery

· Baked goods

· Dairy products

· Plant-based foods

Creates pink to deep purple shades depending on concentration and pH. Clean-label alternative to synthetic dyes.

Cosmetics

· Antioxidant serums

· Face creams

· Masks

· Anti-aging products

Water-soluble format works in both emulsion and gel systems.

Technical Information

What's a 10:1 Extract?

A 10:1 ratio means that 1 kg of extract powder is made from 10 kg of dried blackcurrant berries.

How the extraction works:

1. Takes out the grain, sugar, and extra water

2. Has a lot of flavonoids and anthocyanins

3. makes a powder that stays stable on the shelf

More active ingredients per gram than normal fruit powder.

Extraction Method: Water Only

We use hot water extraction—no chemical solvents like hexane or ethanol.

This approach:

Maintains natural anthocyanin profiles

Maintains the extract's clean label appeal

Allows it to be used in more situations

As the spray-drying step protects heat-sensitive chemicals while turning the watery extract into a powder.

Quality Testing (Every Batch)

Before any batch ships, we verify:

Microbiological:

· Total Plate Count: <1,000 CFU/g

· Yeast/Mold: <100 CFU/g

· Pathogens (Salmonella, E.coli): Absent

Heavy Metals:

· Lead: <3 ppm

· Arsenic: <1 ppm

· Cadmium: <1 ppm

· Mercury: <0.1 ppm

Physical:

· Particle size distribution

· Moisture content

· Color value

· Solubility

Full Certificate of Analysis included with every order.

Storage & Handling

Blackcurrant extract absorbs moisture, so keep it dry. Always seal containers well.

Cool: Store below 25°C (77°F). Refrigeration (2-8°C) prolongs shelf life.

Keep dark: Light destroys anthocyanins. While foil-lined drums assist, avoid extended light exposure after opening.

Before opening cold material, let it reheat to room temperature. Inside condensation is prevented.

FAQ

Q: What distinguishes this from blackcurrant fruit powder?

A: Fruit powder is dried, crushed berries with fiber, seeds, and sugars.

Fiber and sugar-free extract powder contains concentrated actives.

Our 10:1 extract has 10x more anthocyanins per gram than fruit powder. It takes less material to get the same effect.

Q: Can I use this in neutral pH products?

A: pH affects anthocyanins. Most stable in acidic (pH 2.5-4.0) conditions.

Neutral to alkaline pH:

Color may change (from purple to blue/green).

A decrease in stability

Consider encapsulation or chelating agents for high pH. Contact us for formulation advice.

Q: How do I verify blackcurrant?

A: HPLC verifies identification.Ribes nigrum differentiates itself from cheaper alternatives like black rice and elderberry by its anthocyanin composition, notably delphinidin and cyanidin rutinosides.

Each COA verifies identity.

Q: Your minimum order?

A: Standard orders: 25 kg.

Free 100-200g samples are available for evaluation. The 25kg minimum applies when scaling.

Q: Do you offer private labeling or custom packaging?

A: Yes. We can accommodate repeat clients buying 100kg+:

· Custom packaging dimensions

• Private labelling

· Technically possible modifications to specs

Request determines lead time.

Q: What documentation do you offer?

A: Standard on all orders:

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Sheet of specifications
• The allergen declaration
• SDS (Safety Data Sheet)
• Kosher/Halal/Organic certifications (where applicable)

Our export services include customs paperwork.

Q: Can you help with formulation?

A: Our team has used this extract in several applications, however we're not a formulation lab. We can advise on:

• Typical use rates
• The solubility behavior
• Considerations for stability
• Ingredient compatibility

Contact us about your project.

Request Your Free Sample

Want to test the quality yourself with blackcurrant extract powder?

Contact: info@em-herb.com