Elderberry Extract

[English name] Elderberry Extract

[Extraction source] The fruit (elderberry) of Sambucus nigra L. (Sambucus nigra L.) in the family Loniceraceae

[Specifications] Anthocyanidins 25% / Flavonoids 5%

[Detection method] UV

【Appearance】Dark purple fine powder

[Mesh number] 100% pass 80 mesh

[Chemical composition] Western elderberry contains sambicyanin, cyanidol glucoside, iridoid glucoside and morroniside

Extract source

Elderberry

Elderberry extract is extracted from the honeysuckle plant elderberry. The stems and branches of elderberry are cylindrical, varying in length, with a diameter of 5-12mm; the surface is greenish-brown, with longitudinal stripes and brown-black dotted lenticels, and some skins are also elongated oval, about 1cm long; the skin is peeled off Later, it is light green to light yellow laurel color; light body, hard in quality; the processed medicinal material is obliquely cross-sectioned, oblong in shape, about 3mm thick, the cut surface is brown, and the wood part is light yellow white to light yellow brown, with a ring shape Annual rings and fine radial white texture. The pith is loose and spongy; the body is light, airless, and slightly bitter in taste.

Quality Standard

1. Main ingredient: Anthocyandins

2. Part of use: elderberry

3. Color: purple-red fine powder

4. Smell: special smell

5. Mesh number: 100% over 80 mesh

6. Ash: ≤5%

7. Loss on drying: ≤5%

8. Solvent residue: <0.05PPM

9. Heavy metals: <20PPM

Microbiological standards

1. The total amount of bacteria: <1000/g

2. Molds and yeasts: <100/g

3. Escherichia coli: not detected

4. Salmonella: not detected

Main effect

Elderberry extract is a strong oxidant, which can scavenge free radicals, has anti-aging and anti-osteoporosis effects.

application

Elderberry extract is mainly used in acidic beverages, sparkling wine, fruit wine or as various food additives.

Packaging and storage

[Product packaging]: double-layer plastic bags for internal use, aluminum foil bags or cardboard drums for external use.

[Packing specifications]: 25Kg/barrel

[Storage conditions]: Store in a cool, dry, dark, and high temperature place.

[Shelf Life]: Three years