Natural Additives

Red Beet Powder

Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris L.
Specification:
10:1, 20:1 50:1 100:1
Appearance:
Purple Red Powder
Used Part:
Root
Test Method:
UV TLC
Solubility:
Soluble in water
MOQ:
1 kg
Sample: 20 g
Packing: 1 kg in aluminum foil bag; 25 kg in fibre drum
Delivery: FedEx, DHL, air shipment, sea shipment
Certifications: ISO, HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL, BRC
Features:
Non-irradiated
GMO-free, allergen-free, TSE/BSE-free
Not treated with ETO during production, storage, or transportation

Product Description

Reliable Red Beet Powder Supplier for Global Markets

Greenherb offers Red Beet Powder made from deep red beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.), sourced from non-GMO farms. The powder is produced by low-temperature drying and milling of whole beets, preserving natural betalains (betacyanin and betaxanthin), dietary nitrates, and antioxidants. It is widely used as a natural colorant in food and beverage applications, as well as a functional ingredient in sports nutrition and cardiovascular health supplements.

Designed for export markets, Greenherb supports both trial orders and long-term bulk supply with stable specifications.

Red Beet Powder close-up texture detail


Why Choose Greenherb Red Beet Powder?

  • Pure Beet Source, No Adulteration – Greenherb uses 100% beetroot with no fillers, maltodextrin, or artificial colors; third-party tested to verify authenticity.

  • High Betalain Content for Vibrant Color – Provides red beet powder with naturally occurring betalains (typically ≥0.5% as betacyanin), delivering a rich red-to-purple hue in finished products.

  • Low-Temperature Preservation – Gentle drying (≤60°C) and milling prevent degradation of heat-sensitive betalains and nitrates, maintaining both color and bioactivity.

  • Batch-to-Batch Consistency – Each lot is third-party tested for color intensity, nitrate content, heavy metals, and microbiology to meet destination country food standards.

  • Easy to Formulate – Fine powder disperses easily in water; stable at pH 4–7; suitable for dry blends, beverages, confectionery, and meat alternatives.

  • Export-Oriented Manufacturing – Produced under GMP with full documentation for customs clearance and regulatory inspection.

  • Complete Technical Support – COA, betalain assay, nitrate analysis, heavy metal reports, and allergen declaration (no major allergens) supplied.


Certificate of Analysis

Item Specification Test result
Assay Vegetable Powder UV TLC
Physical Control    
Appearance Purple Red Powder Complies
Odor Characteristic Complies
Taste Characteristic Complies
Part Used Root Complies
Loss on Drying ≤5.0% 3.15%
Ash ≤5.0% 2.85%
Particle size 95% pass 80 mesh Complies
Allergens None Complies
Chemical Control    
Heavy metals NMT 10ppm Complies
Arsenic (As) NMT 2ppm Complies
Mercury(Hg) NMT0.1ppm Complies
Lead (Pb) NMT2ppm Complies
Cadmium(Cd) NMT 1ppm Complies
GMO Status GMO Free Complies
Microbiological Control    
Total Plate Count 10,000cfu/g Max Complies
Yeast & Mold 1,000cfu/g Max Complies
Coliforms Negative Negative
E.Coli Negative Negative
Salmonella sp. Negative Negative

Product Introduction

Red Beet Powder is a whole-food ingredient made from dried and milled beetroot. It provides two distinct benefits in one powder: a natural red pigment (betalains) and a functional nutrient (dietary nitrates). Unlike synthetic red dyes (Red 40) or other plant-based colorants like anthocyanins, red beet powder maintains its color across a broader pH range (4–7) and offers additional health attributes.

Greenherb’s red beet powder is particularly valued in clean-label products where both color and functionality are desired – from plant-based burgers needing a “bleeding” effect to sports drinks supporting nitric oxide production.

Dehydrated red beet root powder macro photography


Key Characteristics:

  • Botanical Source: Beta vulgaris L. (beetroot)

  • Active Markers: Betacyanin (red), betaxanthin (yellow), inorganic nitrate

  • Processing: Washing → slicing → low-temp drying → milling → sieving

  • Appearance: Fine deep red to purplish-red powder

  • Solubility: Fully dispersible in water; slightly cloudy solution


Production Process

Greenherb produces Red Beet Powder through a gentle, additive-free process:

  1. Harvesting of mature, deep-red beetroots from non-GMO farms

  2. Washing, peeling, and slicing into uniform pieces

  3. Low-temperature drying (≤60°C, belt or tunnel dryer)

  4. Milling to fine powder (60–100 mesh)

  5. Sieving and metal detection

  6. Final quality inspection and packaging in moisture-barrier bags

Spray drying & pulverization process flowchart for red beet root powder production


Functional Properties & Benefits

Red Beet Powder offers a combination of sensory and physiological benefits:

  • Natural Red Coloring – Replaces artificial Red 40 in confections, frostings, and dairy alternatives; provides color similar to strawberry or raspberry.

  • Dietary Nitrate Source – Converted to nitric oxide in the body, supporting vasodilation, blood flow, and exercise performance.

  • Cardiovascular Support – May help maintain healthy blood pressure levels within normal range.

  • Antioxidant Activity – Betalains scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

  • Sports Nutrition – Frequently included in pre-workout powders and endurance formulas to delay fatigue.

  • Heat Sensitivity Note – Color degrades above 80°C or prolonged heating; best for no-bake or cold-fill applications.


Applications

Red Beet Powder is suitable for use in:

Natural Food Coloring

  • Frostings, icings, and glazes

  • Gummies, hard candies, and marshmallows

  • Yogurts and ice creams (pink/red shades)

Sports Nutrition Products

  • Pre-workout powders and energy drinks

  • Endurance gels and hydration mixes

  • Beetroot shots (reconstituted)

Plant-Based Meat Alternatives

  • Vegan burgers (imitation “bleeding” effect)

  • Sausages and veggie patties

Beverages

  • Smoothies, juices, and wellness tonics

  • Protein shakes and meal replacements

Supplements

  • Capsules and tablets (nitrate delivery)

  • Powdered greens and reds blends

Red Beet Powder multiple application scenes


Contact Greenherb for Red Beet Powder Supply

Greenherb supplies red beet powder with third-party tested betalain and nitrate levels, along with full documentation meeting customs and regulatory inspection requirements. We offer flexible quantities from sample packs to full container loads. Custom particle sizes (fine or coarse) and organic-certified options are available upon request.

If the product or specification you need is not listed on our website, please contact our customer service directly.

Greenherb – a trusted supplier of natural colorants and functional food ingredients for international markets.