Raw Material Source: Derived from cranberries, which are evergreen dwarf shrubs belonging to the Vaccinium genus of the Ericaceae family. Their fruits are spherical and purplish-red. High-quality cranberry fruits are typically selected for processing to ensure the product's quality and nutritional components.
Main Ingredients: Contains nutrients such as proanthocyanidins, anthocyanins, vitamin C, dietary fiber, protein, and iron. Among them, proanthocyanidins are important active components with unique A-type inter-molecular double bonds, giving cranberries special microbial anti-adhesion properties that help prevent urinary tract infections and other diseases.
Product Specifications: Common specifications include fruit powder, 10:1, 20:1, etc., as well as products with proanthocyanidin contents ranging from 5% to 25%. For example, 60% cranberry extract means that every 100 grams of the product contains 60 grams of cranberry active ingredients.
Appearance and Texture: Generally a purplish-red or pink fine powder, loose and lump-free, free of visible impurities, with the inherent color of the product and uniform consistency.
Odor and Taste: Exhibits a natural cranberry aroma, with a slightly sweet and sour taste and good palatability.
Solubility: Highly water-soluble, capable of rapidly dissolving in water to form a uniform solution, with a solubility typically ≥98%.
Production Process: Usually involves extracting active components from cranberries using methods such as heat reflux extraction and alcohol extraction, followed by concentration and spray-drying to form a powder. For example, cranberry extracts dried through the innovative DRYCARE TECHNOLOGY® process can maintain the quality and integrity of anthocyanins.
Application Scope: Widely used in food, health products, and other fields. It can be added as a raw material to foods such as beverages, pastries, and candies to enhance their flavor and nutritional value; it can also be used in producing health products to help maintain urinary tract health and provide antioxidant support.
Packaging and Storage: Generally packaged in 1-5 kg aluminum foil bags or 25 kg cardboard drums. It should be sealed, protected from light, and stored in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place away from high temperatures, with a shelf life of approximately two years.
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