What is Black Currant Extract?
Black currant extract is a stout, woody, usually spineless, deciduous shrub native to northern Asia and central and eastern Europe and cultivated in the United States and throughout the world. Black currant plant was first domesticated for its fruit approximately 400 to 500 years ago. It has been used in Chinese folk medicine as a diuretic, diaphoretic, and febrifuge. It has also been used as an ingredient in nutraceuticals, wines, juices, and jams in China and Europe. Matsumoto 2005, Suzutani 2003 it was used as a flavoring and coloring agent in syrupus ribis fructus, or "syrup of currants" (100 parts red currants, 10 parts red cherries, and 5 parts black currants). It provides vibrant natural color and potent antioxidant properties, making it an ideal ingredient for functional foods, beverages, and dietary supplements.
Undersun offers bulk black currant extract supply, tailored for private label manufacturing. Our anthocyanin-rich black currant extract produced under strict quality control standards and rigorously tested for purity, heavy metals, and microbial safety. Its anthocyanin content is ≥35%, as confirmed by HPLC. We provide a comprehensive suite of documentation including COAs, TDS, specification sheets, and process flowcharts, to ensure that your formulations are supported by reliable and safe ingredients.
Black Currant Extract Manufacturer Specification Sheet
| Black Currant Extract | Active Ingredient: 35% Anthocyanins | ||
| Type: | Herbal extract | Form: | Dark red purple fine powder |
| Botanic Name: | Ribes nigrum L. | Specification: | 35% |
| Synonyms: | Groseille Noir, Grosella Negra | Identification Test: | HPLC |
| Part: | Berry (Fresh, 100% Natural) | Content Test: | UV-VIS |
| Extraction Method: | Water | Solubility: | Good soluble in water |
COA
| ANALYSIS | SPECIFICATION | RESULTS |
| Appearance | Dark red purple fine powder | Complies |
| Odor | Characteristic | Complies |
| Assay(HPLC) | 35% | Complies |
| Sieve analysis | 100% pass 80 mesh | Complies |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% | 3.90% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤5.0% | 4.20% |
| Heavy Metal | <20ppm | Complies |
| Residual Solvents | <0.5% | Complies |
| Residual Pesticide | Negative | Complies |
| Total Plate Count | <1000cfu/g | Complies |
| Yeast & Mold | <100cfu/g | Complies |
| E.Coli | Negative | Complies |
| Salmonella | Negative | Complies |
Black Currant Extract Benefits
1. Antioxidant
Blackcurrant extract is rich in anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid that gives blackcurrants their deep purple color. These compounds help neutralize free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, and support overall cellular health.
2. Urinary Tract Health
Similar to cranberry extract, blackcurrant extract can help prevent bacteria from adhering to the urinary tract. Suitable for adult urinary tract infection prevention products.
3. Beneficial for Eye Health
Studies have shown that blackcurrant extract may improve visual function. Anthocyanins can enhance retinal blood flow and reduce oxidative damage to eye tissues.
4. Protect Your Brain
Early research suggests that blackcurrant extract may enhance memory and cognitive function, possibly due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on the brain.
5. Repair And Nourish Skin
Various skin diseases arise due to inflammation, infections, or aging. They leave you with dry skin, lesions, itching, redness, scabs, etc. The antioxidants and GLA content contribute to skin hydration, elasticity, and repair.
Black Currant Extract Application
| Industry | Form | Benefits |
| Supplements | Capsule, powder | Eye, cardiovascular, joint, immune |
| Functional foods & beverages | Powder, juice, gummies | Antioxidant fortification, recovery, functional snacks |
| Nutricosmetics | Capsule, powder | Skin hydration, elasticity, anti-aging |
| Cognitive health | Capsule, beverage | Memory, neuroprotection |
| Urinary health | Capsule | UTI prevention |
| Pet supplements | Powder | Joint, skin & coat health |
| Topical cosmetics | Cream, serum | Anti-aging, antioxidant protection |
Where to Buy Black Currant Extract?
Our standardized anthocyanin-rich extract ensures consistent color, taste, and bioactive content, suitable for OEM/ODM food and supplement manufacturers worldwide. Just send an email to herbext@undersun.com.cn, or submit your request in the form below. We're here to help!
The Black Currant Extract Supplier Undersun
At Undersun, we offer a wide range of premium-quality dietary, herbal, and organic ingredients to enhance your product formulations. With over 1,400 SKUs available on our B2B e-commerce platform, you can easily find what you need and place your order in just a few clicks.
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Wholesale Black Currant Extract Powder Package
Black currant extract packaging plays a crucial role in preserving the product's freshness, quality, and shelf life. Consider the following packaging features:
Packaging And Delivery
| Packaging Details | 25kg/Drum, according to your requirements |
In Stock
| Supply Ability | 5000 Kilogram/Kilograms per Month |
Lead Time
| Quantity (kilograms) | 1-500 | ＞500 |
| Lead time (days) | 5 | To be negotiated |
FAQ
Q1: | Can I get some samples? |
A: | Yes, we can supply the free sample, you just pay for freight. |
Q2: | How to start orders or make payments? |
A: | Proforma invoice will be sent first after confirmation of order, enclosed our bank information. Payment by T/T, Western Union or Escrow. |
Q3: | What's your MOQ? |
A: | Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we accept less quantity such as 100g on the condition that sample charge is 100% paid. |
Q4: | How about delivery time? |
A: | About 3-5 days after payment confirmed. |
Q5: | Is there a discount? |
A: | Different quantity has different discount. |
Q6: | How do you treat quality complaint? |
A: | First of all, our quality control will reduce the quality problem to near zero. If there is a real quality problem caused by us, we will send you free goods for replacement or refund your loss. |
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