Functional Ingredients
Velvet Bean Extract
Botanical Source: Mucuna pruriens (L.) DC.
Specification: 100% Nature
Appearance: White Fine powder
Used Part: Seed
Test Method: HPLC
Molecular Formula: C9H11NO4
Molecular Weight: 197.188
CAS No.: 59-92-7
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 Velvet Bean Extract Manufacturer & Bulk Supplier
Greenherb operates a controlled extraction facility specializing in Velvet Bean Extract. We source de-fuzzed seeds of Mucuna pruriensfrom contracted growing plots, using low-temperature ethanol extraction and resin purification to enrich L-dopa while removing irritant seed coat components. We provide full export documentation and third-party testing for seamless supply chain integration.
Why Choose Greenherb Velvet Bean Extract
- Standardized L-Dopa Potency – We calibrate L-dopa levels per batch to ensure our extract performs consistently in velvet bean supplement formulations, with customizable assay from 15% to 99%.
- Seed-Coat Removal Pretreatment – Mechanical de-fuzzing and de-hulling eliminates the irritant trichomes and tannin-heavy seed coat before extraction, improving final powder purity.
- Low-Temp Extraction – Sub-50°C solvent process protects heat-sensitive L-dopa from racemization during processing.
- Resin Purification – Macroporous resin steps strip excess plant waxes and pigments, concentrating active content without harsh chemicals.
- Solvent Residue Compliance – Post-processing solvent checks meet ICH Q3C limits for global supplement imports.
- Heavy Metal & Pesticide Screening – Multi-point ICP-MS and GC-MS testing ensures compliance with EU/US food-grade standards.
- Mesh Customization – Default 80 mesh, adjustable up to 120 mesh for capsule/tablet line flow optimization.
- Direct Factory Pricing – Transparent quotes for trial batches to full container loads, no distributor markup.
Certificate of Analysis
Product Introduction
Velvet Bean Extract is a concentrated botanical ingredient derived from the de-hulled seeds of Mucuna pruriens. Unlike physically ground velvet bean powder that carries variable native L-dopa levels, this extract isolates and enriches the amino acid derivative via controlled low-temperature solvent extraction, delivering a standardized raw material for nutraceutical manufacturers requiring batch-to-batch consistency.
Production Process
Greenherb follows a controlled extraction workflow:
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Seed Pretreatment – Harvested seeds are de-fuzzed and de-hulled to remove irritant outer layers, retaining only pure cotyledons.
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Crushing – Uniform grinding of cotyledons to optimize extraction surface area.
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Low-Temp Ethanol Extraction – Targeted solvent extraction to isolate L-dopa and companion phytocompounds.
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Resin Purification – Macroporous resin adsorption enriches L-dopa and strips waxes/impurities.
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Vacuum Concentration – Solvent recovery under reduced pressure to produce extract paste.
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Spray Drying – Mixed with food-grade carriers (optional) and dried to free-flowing powder.
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QC Release – Test L-dopa assay, heavy metals, pesticides, microbiology per batch.
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Packaging – Double PE inner + desiccant, nitrogen-flush sealed in fiber drums.
Functional Properties & Benefits
As a standardized botanical extract, it offers formulation advantages:
- Consistent Active Loading – Removes natural L-dopa variability of raw seeds for reproducible finished product specs.
- Enriched Profile – Retains minor seed alkaloids and flavonoids alongside concentrated L-dopa.
- Process Stability – Low-temperature processing minimizes L-dopa racemization during manufacturing.
- Clean Label Compatible – Solvent residues within global limits, no irradiation or chemical preservatives.
Applications
Velvet Bean Extract is engineered for formulation use:
- Nutraceutical Blends – Capsule/tablet fill, powdered botanical SKUs for dietary supplement lines.
- Functional Beverage Premixes – Water-dispersible carrier grades available for ready-to-mix drink bases.
- R&D Prototyping – Lab samples for formula testing and stability validation.
Contact Greenherb for Velvet Bean Extract Supply
Greenherb supplies Velvet Bean Extract with verified L-dopa profiles, backed by comprehensive third-party testing. We offer flexible order quantities ranging from laboratory samples to full container loads. Customized specifications are available upon request to match your exact formulation requirements.
For immediate assistance, contact our sourcing team directly.
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