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Roselle Powder

Roselle Powder

Product Name: Roselle Powder, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Powder
Catalog Number: ALPE-PPm006
Appearance: Purple Red Fine Powder
Origin of Plant: Hibiscus Sabdariffa L.
Specification: 1%-25% Anthocyanidins
Test Method: UV

Description

Roselle, scientific name Hibiscus sabdariffa, is a shrub belonging to the Malvaceae family. It is widely cultivated in Asia, Africa and America, and has been used as a high value plant for centuries. Roselle powder, made from the dried flowers of the Hibiscus sabdariffa, retains all the nutrients of the flower. It is a purple red powder with an acidic flavor. Rich in anthocyanins, it has a beautiful red color when dissolved in water and can be used as a coloring agent for food and beverages. Moreover, it has many potential health benefits and is a good material for dietary supplements and cosmetics.

Specification

ItemSpecification
Organoleptic
Organizational formUniform powder, soft, no caking
ColorPurple red
Taste and smellCharacteristic
ImpurityNo visible exogenous impurities
Fineness100% pass 80 mesh
Physical index
Ash≤ 5%
Loss on drying≤ 8%
Heavy metals
Arsenic (As)≤ 1 ppm
Lead (Pb)≤ 0.2 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)≤ 1 ppm
Mercury (Hg)≤ 0.1 ppm
Microbiological tests
Total plate count≤ 1000 CFU/g
Total yeast & mold≤ 100 CFU/g
E. ColiNegative
SalmonellaNegative
Staphylococcus aureusNegative
ShigellaNegative
StorageCool, ventilate and dry

Main Functions

Roselle powder is rich in a variety of nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B1, B2 and many other vitamins, as well as calcium, iron, phosphorus and other minerals. It is also rich in plant tannins, anthocyanins and other active substances. It has a bright purple red color and can be used for food coloring. Recent studies have shown that roselle powder can help lower blood pressure, reduce blood lipid levels, promote liver health, facilitate weight loss, prevent cancer, and fight bacteria, making it valuable for applications in the health food industry. In addition, in cosmetics, it can inhibit melanin production, reduce blemishes and hyperpigmentation, and keep skin young and healthy.

Choose Alfa Chemistry

As a leading supplier of natural plant products, Alfa Chemistry always adheres to the concept of creating healthy life and strictly controls the quality of products. We offer pigments of natural plant origin to give your products the color you want. If you are looking for roselle powder, please contact us and we can provide customized services for your specific needs.

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