Elderberry Fruit Powder

Premium Elderberry Fruit Powder - Natural Immune Support Ingredient

Shaanxi Hongda Phytochemistry is a trusted manufacturer and supplier of high quality Elderberry Fruit Powder, with more than 20 years of experience in the production of natural plant extracts. Our latest production base is equipped with 100,000-level purification workshops and SGS-standardized laboratories, which guarantee the best international standards for each batch. Join together with Hongda and you’ll receive access to scientifically validated, bioactive-rich powder that addresses your formulation difficulties from constant anthocyanin content to excellent solubility and zero adulteration hazards. Our vertically integrated production, backed by HALAL, KOSHER, cGMP, FSSC22000 and ISO Certifications, ensures a reliable supply and traceable quality that preserves your brand reputation while fulfilling the growing consumer interest in clean-label immune support substances.

Elderberry Powder Supplier

Elder berries of Sambucus nigra L. are meticulously processed in a sophisticated spray-drying method, which retains the original anthocyanin profile and nutritional value. This deep violet powder retains the true berry flavour, yet has better stability than liquid extracts. Shaanxi hongda phytochemistry's elderberry extract powder is an 80-100 mesh, regulated particle size material with moisture content of <5% and disperses readily in aqueous and powder-blend applications. Consistent batch-to-batch performance throughout manufacturing makes it appropriate for manufacturers wanting consistent performance in their immune compositions without seasonal supply concerns.

Elderberry Fruit Powder Advantages

Real Anthocyanin Content: Cyanidin-3-glucoside, cyanidin-3-sambubioside tested by HPLC for real Sambucus nigra bioactivity, not artificial colourants or inferior berry alternatives that affect efficacy.

Advanced Solubility Technology: Our proprietary carrier-ratio formula guarantees fast and complete dispersion in cold water in less than 30 seconds, avoiding the clumping and sedimentation concerns associated with traditional fruit powders in RTD beverage applications.

pH-Optimized Stability: Pre-buffered processing provides brilliant colour and antioxidant effectiveness in acidic to neutral pH ranges (3.5-6.0), increasing shelf life in different formulation conditions without browning.

Low Hygroscopicity Design: Advanced drying parameters lead to 40% less moisture absorption than standard powders, minimising caking in stick packs and allowing free flowing properties in high speed encapsulation lines.

Cyanogenic Safety Assurance: Thermal processing assures complete inactivation of naturally occurring cyanogenic glycosides to provide a toxicologically safe component for paediatric and sensitive consumer categories.
 

Elderberry Fruit Extract Powder Specification

Elderberry Fruit Powder Application

Functional Beverage Systems: Elderberry  powder is ideal for immune-shot formulations and effervescent tablets where fast dispersion is critical. Its natural purple colour avoids artificial colours and delivers Clinically Relevant amounts of anthocyanins in a small serving size.

Nutraceutical Gummies: High bulk density (0.52 g/mL) permits formulators to deliver 500mg+ elderberry content per gummy without sacrificing texture. The Elderberry Fruit Powder is fully compatible with pectin and gelatin systems and does not bleed colour like liquid concentrates.

Immune Support Capsules: Suitable for fast encapsulation with low moisture content & great flowability. The berry’s taste profile naturally covers the metallic undertones that impede consumer compliance when combined with zinc or vitamin C.

Children’s Syrups and Sachets: With its water solubility and agreeable taste profile, it is ideally suited for children’s immunity goods where palatability is key to repeat purchase and brand loyalty.

Production Process

Step 1- Selection of the Raw Material: The freshly picked Sambucus nigra berries are selected at the peak of maturity from our certified planting bases and immediately transported in a cold chain to avoid the destruction of anthocyanins. Result: 98% maximum bioactive retention prior to processing.

Step 2 - Cleaning and Maceration: Berries are triple-washed and mechanically crushed at a regulated temperature to extract cellular contents without damaging structural integrity. Result: Homogeneous particle suspension, ready for optimisation of extraction.

Step 3 – Enzymatic Pre-treatment: Cell walls are broken down with food-grade enzymes at 45 degrees C, increasing bioavailability without the use of chemical solvents. Result: 30% increased yield of anthocyanins compared to direct pressing methods.

Step 4 - Spray Drying Conversion: The concentrated liquid is sprayed as fine droplets by high pressure nozzles into a hot chamber with precisely controlled inlet and output temperatures. Result: Fine powder containing locked in nutrients with optimised moisture content of 3.5 - 4.5%.

Step 5 - Quality Screening: Automated screening to 80-100 mesh to guarantee homogeneity of particles then metal detection and UV sterilisation. Result : Chemical fumigation free food grade powder meets international microbiological standards.

Step 6 - Nitrogen Sealed Packaging: The finished powder is placed in aluminium foil bags under nitrogen environment to avoid oxidation. 24 month shelf life with < 5% anthocyanin degradation on optimal storage.

Third Test Report

SGS Authentication: Each lot is subjected to rigorous testing at SGS facilities to confirm the botanical identity by DNA fingerprinting to prevent adulteration with black rice or peanut skin extracts sometimes seen in inferior products.

Eurofins Pesticide Screening: Broad multi-residue screening of more than 400 pesticide chemicals to guarantee compliance with EU laws (EC 396/2005) and USDA organic standards, offering clean label assurance for health conscious markets.

Heavy Metal Verification: Independent testing shows levels well below international guidelines. Lead <3ppm, Arsenic <2ppm, Cadmium <1ppm, Mercury <0.1ppm. Essential for children’s supplement uses.

Microbiological Safety: Independent third-party validation against AHPA and USP standards for Total Plate Count, Yeast & Mould, E.coli, and Salmonella protects your brand from costly recalls.

OEM / ODM Support

Custom Specification Development: Our R&D team works directly with your formulators to alter the amounts of anthocyanin standardisation, carrier ratios or particle sizes to suit your exact application needs, be it clear beverages or opaque capsules.

Private Label Solutions: Flexibility with MOQs from 1kg trial batches to 5-ton commercial runs for your brand packaging. Our in-house design team to support compliant label claims based on real tested bioactive content.

Co-Manufacturing Partnerships: Beyond raw powder delivery, we also provide turnkey services including blending with supplementary compounds (vitamin C, zinc, echinacea), encapsulation, stick pack filling and direct to market packaging.

Technical documents Package: All OEM projects come with complete regulatory support including specification papers, allergen statements, GMO declarations, organic certificates and kosher/halal documents for easy customs clearance to your target markets.

Why Choose Us?

We have 20,000 square meters, 10 specialised production lines with a capacity of 3,000 tons/year so you never have to worry about capacity holding up your launch schedule. The SGS laboratory on site has 20+ PhD level researchers and tests for quality in real time at every stage of production. So you’re not just getting a powder, you’re getting written verification of its purity. Having three planting bases, we have control of the entire supply chain from the soil to the shipping, removing the risks of identity fraud and contamination that are inherent when supplies come through brokers. With our current certifications (cGMP, FSSC22000, ORGANIC EU/NOP) your goods can access regulated markets like USA and Europe without further qualification obstacles. When you collaborate with Hongda, you gain access to verified infrastructure, transparent processes and two decades of proven reliability supporting global health brands.

FAQ

Q: How do you ensure authenticity and avoid adulteration in your product?

A: The individual batches of production are fingerprinted by HPLC to determine the presence of the particular markers cyanidin-3-glucoside and cyanidin-3-sambubioside peculiar to Sambucus nigra. We also carry out DNA barcoding in third party labs to identify common adulterants such as black rice or peanut skin extracts. Full traceability from our controlled planting bases further assures that inferior species are never introduced.

Q: What distinguishes UV-tested anthocyanin content from HPLC-tested anthocyanin content?

A: UV spectroscopy measures total pigments, not differentiating between legitimate elderberry constituents and possible adulterants, often leading to overstated percentages. Our HPLC approach separates individual anthocyanin molecules allowing reliable measurement of bioactive components. HPLC testing does add some cost but it guarantees the functional efficacy your clients demand.

Q: Will the powder work in clear beverage formulations?

A. The regular spray dried versions have very little maltodextrin carrier and may create mild haze. Our premium carrier-free grade provides perfect transparency at the appropriate doses for applications requiring absolute clarity such as functional waters. Due to the increase in hygroscopicity, this grade needs adjusted handling.

Q: How do I store the powder after opening so it stays potent?

A: Resealed immediately in original aluminium foil bag once opened, flushed with nitrogen if feasible, and stored below 25°C in low humidity. Air and moisture exposure speeds up anthocyanin degradation. For best colour and bioactivity retention, we recommend utilising unsealed containers within 72 hours in production environments.

Q: Regarding cyanide chemicals, is the product safe for use in children's supplements?

A: Absolutely, yes. Raw elderberries contain trace amounts of cyanogenic glycosides, however our proven thermal processing (confirmed by third-party testing) totally hydrolyses these substances to safe levels well below detection limits. The final powder passes all paediatric safety criteria for nutraceutical use.

Contact Us

Ready to elevate your immune support product line with premium Elderberry Fruit Powder backed by transparent testing and reliable supply?

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