Bulk Sea Buckthorn Fruit Extract Powder (Flavones 3%–20% / Vitamin C Complex)
Wild Alpine Whole Fruit Sourced · Rich in Natural Flavonoids, Omega-7 & Vitamin C · Vibrant Natural Color & Excellent Solubility
R&D Insights: Solving Stability & Oil-Water Emulsification in Sea Buckthorn Processing
Practical technical notes from our extraction and beverage formulation team.
Formulating with Sea Buckthorn fruit extract poses a unique technical puzzle: the berries naturally contain high levels of lipid-rich seed and pulp oils (packed with rare Omega-7 fatty acids) alongside water-soluble Vitamin C and bioflavonoids (Isorhamnetin, Quercetin, Kaempferol). Standard spray-drying often leads to rapid phase separation, sticky oil rings on bottling walls, or quick thermal degradation of natural Vitamin C.
Our production R&D solves this using low-temperature enzymatic mash clarification paired with micro-encapsulation spray drying. This retains the full-spectrum golden-orange pigment and signature tart berry flavor while maintaining excellent water-dispersion properties. The result is a clean, free-flowing powder that won't oil-out in beverage bases or cause caking in automated hopper feeders.
Technical Specifications
| Product Name & Botanical CAS | Sea Buckthorn Fruit Extract / Seaberry Powder | CAS: 90106-68-6 / 222400-26-9 |
| Botanical Source & Part Used | 100% Wild High-Altitude Fresh Berries of Hippophae rhamnoides L. (Whole Fruit / Juice Pulp) |
| Assay / Active Standardization | Total Flavones 3%–20% (UV/HPLC); Natural Vitamin C ≥ 1.0%–5.0%; Ratio Extracts 10:1 to 50:1 |
| Physical Appearance & Flavor Profile | Bright Golden-Yellow to Orange Fine Powder; Refreshing tart, fruity aroma and characteristic berry taste |
| Solubility & Mesh Size | Excellent cold/warm water solubility (Forms a uniform, glowing yellow suspension); 100% through 80 Mesh |
| Extraction Medium & Process | Pure Water & Food-Grade Ethanol Extraction; No toxic industrial solvents or synthetic azo dyes used |
| Heavy Metals & Contaminants | Total Heavy Metals < 10 ppm | Pb < 2.0 ppm | As < 1.0 ppm | Cd < 0.5 ppm | Hg < 0.1 ppm |
| Microbiological Control | Total Plate Count < 1,000 cfu/g | Yeast & Mold < 100 cfu/g | Salmonella & E. coli: Negative |
| Storage & Shelf Life | 24 Months in tightly sealed aluminum foil bags in a cool, dry warehouse (<20°C, RH <50%) away from light. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the key difference between Sea Buckthorn Juice Powder and Flavone Extract Powder?
A: Juice powder is spray-dried fresh fruit juice meant mainly for natural flavor and color. Our Extract Powder undergoes solvent enrichment to standardize specific bioactive compounds (such as Total Flavones up to 20%), making it ideal for targeted nutritional efficacy claims in supplements.
Q2: How do you prevent the natural fruit oils in Sea Buckthorn from going rancid?
A: Sea Buckthorn fatty acids are rich in bio-antioxidants (like Vitamin E and carotenoids), which offer natural oxidation defense. We further protect stability by utilizing controlled low-temperature processing and multi-layer light/moisture barrier packaging filled under nitrogen inert atmosphere.
Q3: Is this extract fully soluble in cold beverage systems?
A: Yes! Our standardized extract disperses readily in cold or room-temperature water. Because it contains natural berry bio-solids and lipids, it forms a bright, golden-orange cloudy suspension rather than a clear synthetic dye look, enhancing the natural appeal of juices and functional drinks.
Q4: Can we request custom standardization (e.g., specific ratio or natural Vitamin C content)?
A: Absolutely. In addition to our standard 5%, 10%, and 20% Flavone specifications, our plant engineering team can produce tailored extraction ratios (10:1 to 50:1) or custom mesh sizes to suit your exact manufacturing needs.
Q5: How can our team obtain testing samples and documentation?
A: Simply complete the contact form below or reach out to our technical sales reps. We will ship a 100g–250g trial sample kit along with full batch COA, SDS, and technical datasheets within 24–48 hours.
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