Ellagic Acid Powder

Ellagic Acid Powder – Premium Plant Extract for Cosmetics, Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods

Xi'an Le-Nutra Ingredients Inc. focuses on the production of high purity Ellagic Acid Powder from natural pomegranate peel with modern extraction technique. We process over 3,000 tonnes per year in 60,000㎡ GMP certified production space, providing standardised requirements at 40%, 90% and 98% purity levels. HPLC testing of each batch to assure active content ≥98% with minimum impurities. Complete documentation including COA, TDS and allergies statements are available. This dimeric polyphenol (CAS 476-66-4) is a critical component for sectors looking for stable, plant-derived antioxidants in skin-brightening products, metabolic health supplements, and clean-label food preservation systems.

What Is Ellagic Acid Powder and Why It Matters for Your Formulations?

The product is a dilactone of hexahydroxydiphenic acid which occurs in pomegranate husks, raspberries and gallnuts. The molecular design of four rings endows it with good thermal stability and free radical scavenging ability.

The continuing challenge of formulating hydroquinone-free, effective whitening solutions is an issue for cosmetic formulators. It chelates copper ions at the enzymatic active sites to inhibit tyrosinase effectively, so preventing the routes of melanin formation and maintaining safety profiles for long-term usage.

Nutraceutical makers value it as a precursor of Urolithin A, which is specially activated by the gut flora in the metabolisation process. When converted, it circumvents the bioavailability hurdles of raw tannin molecules, and supports mitochondrial health by activating mitophagy.

It is used by food technologists as a clean label alternative to synthetic preservatives such as BHA and BHT to prevent oxidative rancidity in lipid-rich products during high-temperature processing cycles.

Technical Specifications and Quality Parameters

Our production follows strict GMP protocols with full batch traceability. Every shipment includes third-party testing reports and compliance documentation for global regulatory requirements.

Core Applications Across Three Key Industries

Advanced Dermo-Cosmetics: The powder is used as a tyrosinase inhibitor in high-performance serums and UV-repair creams, within complex emulsion systems. It inhibits UV-induced lipid peroxidation, downregulates MMP-1 expression and protects collagen from destruction. Formulation chemists like its stability in acidic pH ranges (3-5) for overnight treatment products.

Nutraceuticals for Metabolic Health: Supplement producers include it in capsules aimed at cellular ageing and inflammatory pathways. Our micronised grades maximise GI tract absorption rates and conversion to bioactive Urolithin A. This meets the industry need for clinically proven, science-based anti-aging chemicals.

Functional Food Preservation: Ellagic Acid Powder is used in high-fat functional foods and speciality oils by B2B food processors. Its planar molecular framework is resistant to thermal processing and retains antioxidant effectiveness, extending shelf life without synthetic additions. This responds to clean-label consumer needs while safeguarding product quality.

Six Key Advantages That Set Our Product Apart

1. High Purity Verified: HPLC testing validates ≥98% active content with regulated impurity profiles, ensuring consistent performance across production batches.

2. Increased Antioxidant Power: The merged four-ring structure provides a strong free radical scavenging effect that surpasses typical Vitamin C derivatives in stability tests conducted under oxidative stress settings.

3. Melanin Inhibition: Chelation of copper ions at the active centers of tyrosinase inhibits melanogenesis at the enzymatic level, resulting in clinically significant skin lightening benefits.

4. Thermal Stability: It retains its molecular form throughout high-temperature processing (up to 180°C), therefore being suitable for hot-fill beverage applications and thermal emulsion systems.

5. Regulatory Compliance: Meets global cosmetic and food safety standards, with full paperwork for EU, FDA and CFDA criteria. Verified Non-GMO by PCR Testing. Allergen Free Processing.

6. Flexible Formulation Support: Offered in various purity levels (40%, 90%, 98%) to suit particular application requirements, ranging from cost-effective food additives to ultra-pure cosmetic actives.

Quality Assurance and Global Supply Capabilities

Our 60,000㎡ facility is equipped with six multifunctional production lines with modern extraction technologies. The expert QC team carries out real-time examination using HPLC, ICP-MS and microbiological analytical equipment.

We keep the safety stock for more than 30 days to assure no supply disruption for global partners. Flexible MOQ with delivery terms of EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, and DDP through our logistics network. Payment methods include T/T, Western Union and PayPal for smooth international purchases.

Products are packed in 25 kg fibre barrels with double-layer food grade PE liners to resist moisture and light during transport. Each container is accompanied with batch-specific certificates (COA, TDS, MSDS, Halal, Kosher) for customs clearance and regulatory filing.

Formulation Guidance for Technical Teams

Solubility Improvement: Planar molecule arrangement causes stacking, restricting water solubility. For aqueous applications we advocate micronization to sub-10μm particle sizes or cyclodextrin encapsulation to improve dispersion stability.

pH Optimisation: The maximum stability is at pH 3-5. In alkaline solutions (pH >8) phenolic hydroxyl groups become deprotonated and the colour changes from brown to yellow-green. Buffer systems are needed to guarantee long-term stability of the product in the acidic environment.

Bioavailability Strategies: In nutraceutical formulations, pair with prebiotics or probiotic strains that enhance gut microbiome conversion to Urolithin A. Our R&D team also provides technical consults for optimisation of dosage based on the desired outcomes of target biomarkers.

Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container below 25°C, protected from direct light. Long-term UV exposure causes the photo-oxidation of the phenolic rings and the decrease of the antioxidant efficacy. Double layer packaging inhibits moisture penetration during storage in ware house.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between free ellagic acid and ellagitannins in your powder?

A: Our extract is standardised to liberate ellagic acid, the active aglycone form, which is immediately available for absorption. Ellagitannins are complex polymer precursors needing enzymatic breakdown prior to absorption.

Q: Why is water solubility low? How can formulation teams get around that?

A: The molecule is planar, and this leads to molecular stacking. Liquid Applications: Micronization below 10μm or cyclodextrin complexation greatly increases aqueous dispersion.

Q: Do you have GMO and allergy free items?

A: Yes. Each batch is PCR tested for non-GMO verification. Our plant uses allergen-free ingredients, including soy, gluten, tree nuts and dairy.

Q: How does pH affect stability in liquid formulations?

A: Optimal stability is at pH 3-5. OH group deprotonates above pH 8, which leads to colour changes. For acidic product matrices, we recommend citric acid or lactic acid buffering systems.

Q: How to avoid degradation during storage?

A: Store in double layer PE bags in fibre drums in dark circumstances, below 25°C. This avoids photo-oxidation and moisture clumping.

Partner With Le-Nutra for Reliable Ingredient Solutions

Contact our technical sales team at enquiry@lenutra.com to discuss your Ellagic Acid Powder specific requirements and receive customized quotations with full product documentation.