Crocin 10% Saffron Extract Powder (CRO-001)

1. Product Overview

Crocin 10% Saffron Extract Powder (CRO-001) is a standardized botanical extract derived from premium saffron (Crocus sativus L.), formulated to contain 10% crocin, its principal bioactive carotenoid compound. It is widely used in nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, functional foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical research formulations. Its standardized crocin content provides measurable quality parameters, supporting consistent formulation performance and product differentiation. As demand for premium botanical ingredients and evidence-based wellness products grows, Crocin 10% represents a valuable ingredient for manufacturers targeting high-value health and wellness markets.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Product Name: Crocin 10% Saffron Extract Powder

• Product Code: CRO-001

• Botanical Source: Crocus sativus L.

• Active Component: Crocin

• Standardization: 10% Crocin

• Chemical Composition: Naturally occurring saffron carotenoid compounds, including crocin.

• Purity/Grade: Standardized 10% crocin extract; food or nutraceutical grade subject to supplier certification.

• Physical Form: Fine powder

• Colour: Yellow-orange to deep orange-red

• Solubility: Water-soluble, depending on formulation conditions.

• Packaging: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 20kg and 25kg sealed moisture-resistant bags or fibre drums.

• Shelf Life: Typically 24 months when stored under recommended conditions, subject to manufacturer validation.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry environment, protected from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.

• Origin: Saffron-producing regions, subject to supplier sourcing and verification.

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Nutraceuticals and Dietary Supplements: Used in capsules, tablets, powders and standardized botanical supplement formulations.

• Functional Foods and Beverages: Incorporated into premium wellness beverages, nutritional blends and functional food products.

• Pharmaceutical Industry: Used as a standardized botanical ingredient for research, formulation development and product innovation.

• Cosmetics and Personal Care: Applied in premium skincare, antioxidant-focused cosmetic formulations and botanical beauty products.

• Herbal Extract Manufacturing: Serves as a standardized raw material for blending, encapsulation and specialty botanical ingredient production.

Its defined crocin concentration supports formulation consistency, ingredient traceability and more reliable batch-to-batch quality control compared with unstandardized saffron powders.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Standardized Active Content: 10% crocin concentration provides a defined specification for industrial formulation and quality assessment.

• Quality Consistency: Standardization and batch testing support dependable ingredient performance.

• Supply Reliability: Suitable for bulk procurement and recurring manufacturing requirements.

• Commercial Competitiveness: Bulk sourcing opportunities support cost-efficient procurement for supplement and ingredient manufacturers.

• Flexible Applications: Compatible with multiple nutraceutical, food, cosmetic and botanical ingredient applications.

• Quality Documentation: Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), technical specifications and relevant compliance documentation available subject to supplier provision.

• Logistics Capability: Bulk packaging options support international shipping, industrial distribution and large-volume purchasing.

• Strategic Sourcing Value: Provides manufacturers with a standardized saffron-derived ingredient for premium product development and differentiated market positioning.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT

• Loading Capacity (20-Foot Container): Approximately 10–12 MT, subject to packaging configuration and applicable container weight limits.

• Loading Capacity (40-Foot Container): Approximately 20–24 MT, subject to packaging configuration and applicable container weight limits.

• Packaging Options: 20kg and 25kg bulk packaging, subject to buyer requirements.

• Supply Capability: Bulk industrial supply for international B2B procurement.