Botanical Essence offers premium Black Currant Powder, a concentrated, spray-dried extract derived from the mature berries of Ribes nigrum. Sourced from pristine cultivation regions in Northeast and Northwest China, including Heilongjiang, Inner Mongolia, and Xinjiang, this nutrient-dense powder delivers a rich profile of bioactive compounds prized by dietary supplement, functional food, and beverage manufacturers worldwide.
Product Overview
Black currant powder is produced from carefully selected, ripe black berries that are renowned for their exceptionally high content of vitamin C, anthocyanins, polyphenols, and essential minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron. The deep purple fine powder retains the natural profile of the fresh fruit while offering superior stability, ease of formulation, and consistent batch-to-batch quality.
Through advanced extraction and spray-drying technology, Botanical Essence preserves the integrity of the fruit’s key phytonutrients, resulting in a highly concentrated, water-soluble powder ideal for both liquid and dry dosage formats.
Key Bioactive Compounds and Functional Benefits
The remarkable health-supporting properties of black currant powder are primarily attributed to its abundant anthocyanins (≥5.0%), vitamin C, flavonoids, phenolic acids, quercetin, myricetin, catechins, and black currant polysaccharides. These powerful antioxidants work synergistically to deliver multiple benefits:
- Antioxidant & Anti-Aging Support: Neutralizes free radicals and helps combat oxidative stress, supporting healthy cellular aging.
- Eye Health: Anthocyanins and associated antioxidants contribute to visual function protection and may help reduce eye fatigue.
- Liver Protection: The diverse array of polyphenols and vitamin C provides potent hepatoprotective effects by supporting the body’s natural detoxification pathways.
- Cardiovascular & Cerebrovascular Health: Polyunsaturated fatty acids from the seeds, combined with polyphenols, support vascular health and help maintain healthy blood pressure and lipid profiles.
- Immune & Blood Nourishing: High natural iron content combined with vitamin C enhances iron absorption, supporting healthy blood formation and energy metabolism.
- Oral & Joint Health: Supports gum tissue integrity, dental health, and may help alleviate symptoms associated with arthritis and rheumatism.
- Respiratory & Immune Support: Traditionally recognized for its beneficial effects on throat comfort and respiratory wellness.
Applications in Functional Products
Black currant powder is an excellent ingredient for:
- Dietary supplements (capsules, tablets, gummies)
- Functional beverages and juice powders
- Sports nutrition and recovery formulas
- Fortified foods and confectionery
- Cosmetics and nutricosmetic formulations targeting skin vitality and antioxidant protection
Its excellent water solubility and compatibility with most common excipients make it easy to incorporate into both powdered and liquid formulations without affecting taste or color significantly when used at recommended levels.
Quality Specifications
Product Name: Black Currant Powder (Anthocyanin Standardized)
Specification:
- Appearance: Deep purple fine powder
- Odor: Characteristic
- Particle Size: 95% pass 80 mesh
- Loss on Drying: ≤5.0%
- Residue on Ignition: ≤5.0%
- Heavy Metals: <20 ppm
- Arsenic (As): <2 ppm
- Residual Solvents: Ethanol ≤500 ppm, Methanol ≤10 ppm
- Total Plate Count: <1,000 cfu/g
- Yeast & Mold: <100 cfu/g
- E. coli: Negative
- Salmonella: Negative
- Anthocyanins: ≥5.0%
All testing is performed by third-party ISO17025 accredited laboratories using validated HPLC, GC-MS, and microbial methods. Full traceability from raw material to finished powder is maintained through our strict quality management system.
Production Advantages
Botanical Essence implements GAP-compliant sourcing, GMP-certified manufacturing, and comprehensive quality control at every stage. Our standardized production process ensures consistent anthocyanin content, excellent flowability, and outstanding stability, making our black currant powder the preferred choice for global brands seeking reliable, high-purity fruit extracts.
Stability and Safety
The powder remains stable when stored at room temperature in airtight containers, protected from light and moisture. A detailed Stability Data Sheet is available upon request.
This ingredient is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for human consumption when used in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
Packaging & Storage
- Standard packaging: 25 kg food-grade drums with double polyethylene liners
- Custom packaging and private labeling options available for volume customers
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Recommended shelf life: 24 months in unopened original packaging.
Why Choose Botanical Essence as Your Black Currant Powder Supplier?
As a trusted manufacturer and global exporter of botanical extracts and nutritional raw materials, Botanical Essence combines technical expertise, vertical supply chain control, and customer-centric service. Our black currant powder is backed by:
- Consistent potency and strict adherence to specifications
- Full documentation including COA, third-party test reports, and NMR profiles
- Scalable production capacity for both trial orders and long-term contracts
- Professional technical support for formulation development
Whether you are a dietary supplement brand owner, contract manufacturer, distributor, or functional food developer, Botanical Essence delivers the quality, reliability, and technical support required to succeed in today’s competitive nutraceutical market.
Contact us today at [email protected] to request samples, specifications, or a quotation for bulk black currant powder.
