A Trusted Wholesale Supplier of Botanical Extracts
The Extract Factory is a specialized manufacturer and bulk supplier of high-quality Hawthorn Extract derived from premium Crataegus pinnatifida fruit. Serving dietary supplement brands, functional food developers, herbal product manufacturers and international distributors, we deliver standardized botanical ingredients that bridge traditional herbal applications with modern quality systems. Our hawthorn berry powder is characterized by consistent flavonoid content, rigorous microbiological safety and full traceability from raw material to finished extract.
Botanical Source and Raw Material Integrity
Premium Mature Hawthorn Berries
We select mature hawthorn fruits harvested at peak ripeness to ensure maximum flavonoid, triterpenoid and polyphenolic density. Raw materials are sourced from established growing regions and subjected to strict incoming quality control, including identity verification, foreign matter screening and moisture analysis. This controlled sourcing strategy preserves the phytochemical richness of the fruit while providing complete batch traceability for commercial buyers.
Advanced Extraction and Process Control
Low-Temperature Solvent and Aqueous Extraction
Because hawthorn bioactives are inherently thermolabile, our production environment maintains precise temperature management during every phase of handling. We utilize food-grade ethanol and purified water as primary extraction solvents, optimizing parameters such as solvent polarity, temperature, contact time and material-to-liquid ratio. This disciplined approach maximizes the recovery of quercetin, rutin, isorhamnetin derivatives and related glycosides while preventing the premature degradation that occurs under excessive heat.
Concentration, Drying and Powder Engineering
Following separation, the extract liquor is concentrated under reduced pressure in temperature-controlled rotary evaporators to remove residual solvents without damaging heat-sensitive actives. The concentrated material is then processed into a homogeneous, free-flowing powder via low-temperature spray drying or vacuum drying. Real-time monitoring of humidity and chamber temperature ensures the final Hawthorn Extract retains its characteristic yellow-brown to reddish-brown appearance, characteristic aroma and high level of active constituent integrity.
Standardized Composition and Active Principles
Our Hawthorn Extract supplies a synergistic matrix of compounds prized in nutritional and personal care formulations:
- Flavonoids (≥5% by UV spectrophotometry): Quercetin, rutin and related glycosides that function as primary antioxidants and vascular-support agents.
- Triterpenoids: Including maslinic acid and related pentacyclic compounds known for their metabolic and wellness-supporting roles in botanical medicine.
- Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins and Anthocyanins: Polyphenolic compounds contributing to color stability and oxidative-resistance capacity.
- Organic Acids and Tannins: Natural constituents that support the mild acidic taste profile and astringency valued in food and cosmetic applications.
Analytical Specifications and Quality Standards
Physical and Organoleptic Properties
- Appearance: Yellow-brown powder
- Odor: Characteristic hawthorn aroma
- Taste: Characteristic taste of hawthorn
- Bulk Density (Slack): ~0.45 g/ml
- Particle Size: 95% through 80 mesh
Chemical Purity and Heavy Metals
- Flavonoids: ≥5% (Actual: 5.25%, UV)
- Moisture: ≤5% (Actual: 3.35%, CP2015, 105°C, 4 h)
- Ash: ≤5% (Actual: 2.43%, CP2015)
- Total Heavy Metals: <10 ppm (Conforms to CP2015)
Microbiological Safety
Verified per GB pharmacopeial microbiological methods:
- Total Aerobic Bacterial Count: ≤1,000 CFU/g (Conforms to GB4789.2)
- Yeast: ≤100 CFU/g (Conforms to GB4789.15)
- Mold: ≤100 CFU/g (Conforms to GB4789.15)
- Escherichia coli: <3.0 MPN/g (Conforms to GB4789.38)
- Salmonella: Not Detected (Conforms to GB4789.4)
- Staphylococcus aureus: Not Detected (Conforms to GB4789.10)
Functional Benefits and Industry Applications
Cardiovascular and Circulatory Support Supplements
Hawthorn Extract is one of the most widely recognized botanical ingredients for heart-health supplement lines. The combined vasodilatory and lipid-modulating potential of its flavonoid and triterpenoid fraction makes it suitable for encapsulation and tableting in products targeting adult circulation support. Typical daily intake for concentrated standardized powders ranges from 0.5 to 1.0 g, depending on the overall formulation strength.
Functional Foods and Natural Flavoring
Thanks to its natural organic acid content and polyphenolic depth, hawthorn powder serves as both a functional fortifier and a clean-label flavoring agent in teas, juices, gummies and fermented beverages. It imparts a pleasant sourness that reduces reliance on synthetic acidulants. Formulators generally include it at 0.5% to 1.0% in finished food matrices.
Pet Nutrition and Veterinary Wellness
The bioactive profile of hawthorn translates effectively into companion animal nutrition, where it is used to support metabolic balance, digestive comfort and general immunity in aging pets. Recommended supplementary levels for small to medium companion animals typically fall between 20 and 50 mg per day of a standardized concentrate.
Personal Care and Cosmetic Antioxidants
Rich in skin-supportive tannins and flavonoids, Hawthorn Extract is increasingly specified in topical formulations—serums, creams and toners—designed to improve skin elasticity and combat oxidative stress. Cosmetic chemists typically incorporate it at 0.5% to 1.0% within antioxidant complexes.
Agricultural Biostimulants
Emerging field applications utilize dilute concentrations of botanical concentrates, including hawthorn-derived fractions, as natural plant biostimulants to encourage crop vigor and environmental stress resilience. Application rates of 0.1% to 0.5% are commonly evaluated in trial formulations.
Note: The inclusion rates above are presented as general formulating guidance for product developers. Specific dosage, efficacy claims and regulatory status should be confirmed by qualified professionals in your target market. This ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formulation Compatibility, Solubility and Stability
Our Hawthorn Extract offers favorable dispersibility in aqueous systems and compatibility with standard nutraceutical excipients such as maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose and vegetable magnesium stearate. While partially soluble in water, mild mechanical agitation or homogenization is recommended for complete incorporation into liquid beverages. For maximum shelf-life stability, finished formulations should maintain a pH between 3.5 and 6.5 and avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures exceeding 60°C during manufacturing.
Packaging, Storage and Shelf Life
The Extract Factory packages Hawthorn Extract in multi-layer, heat-sealed aluminum foil bags for 1 kg and 5 kg order quantities. Bulk wholesale shipments are supplied in 25 kg fiber drums with food-grade polyethylene liners, with customized outer packaging available for enterprise clients upon request.
- Recommended Storage: Keep containers tightly sealed at room temperature in a dry warehouse, away from direct sunlight, heat sources and volatile odors.
- Shelf Life: 24 months from the date of manufacture or analytical testing when stored under recommended conditions.
Certifications and Regulatory Compliance
Our manufacturing operations are governed by documented quality systems designed specifically for botanical extract production. We maintain internationally recognized certifications including ISO 22000, Halal and Kosher. Full batch documentation, Certificates of Analysis and export commodity inspection compliance records are provided to facilitate seamless import clearance and finished product registration.
Why Global Buyers Partner with The Extract Factory
- Standardized Supply Security: Vertically managed raw material procurement and multi-tier inventory controls mitigate seasonal availability risks for importers and contract manufacturers.
- Batch-to-Batch Consistency: In-process analytical testing and fixed-parameter extraction protocols ensure every kilogram matches your approved specification sheet.
- Scalable Production Capacity: From small pilot-scale samples to multi-tonne export volumes, our facility supports the procurement timelines of emerging and established brands alike.
- Technical and Regulatory Support: We issue comprehensive documentation packages—including COA, MSDS, process flow charts and origin certificates—to accelerate your formulation and compliance workflows.
Request a Quotation or Technical Data Sheet
If you are formulating cardiovascular health supplements, functional beverages, veterinary nutrition products or antioxidant skincare lines, The Extract Factory offers the Hawthorn Extract quality, traceability and supply assurance your project requires. Contact our technical sales team at [email protected] to request a quotation, sample or detailed product specification.
