| Product Name |
Saffron Extract |
|---|---|
| Botanical Source | Crocus sativus L. |
| Active Ingredient | Crocin, Safranal, Picrocrocin |
| Specification | Crocin ≥3%, ≥5%, ≥10% (HPLC) / Safranal ≥0.2% |
| Appearance | Deep orange-red fine powder |
| Packing | 1–5 kg/aluminum foil bag, 25 kg/drum |
| Apply |
Nutraceuticals, cosmetics, functional beverages, pharmaceuticals |
Saffron Extract is derived from the dried stigmas of Crocus sativus L., known as the “red gold” due to its rarity and potent bioactive compounds. Its main actives—crocin, safranal, and picrocrocin—are recognized for antioxidant, anti-aging, mood-enhancing, and eye health benefits.
Key Benefits
Potent antioxidant activity to neutralize free radicals
Supports emotional well-being and reduces mild anxiety
Improves visual health and protects retinal cells
Enhances skin radiance and reduces oxidative skin damage
High purity crocin and safranal with stable bioactivity
Low pesticide residue and heavy metal content, meeting EU & USP standards
Water-soluble powder for excellent bioavailability in formulations
Controlled drying and extraction to preserve aroma and potency
| Specification | Qualified Testing Result | Actual Testing Result | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1. Physical & Chemical Analysis | |||
| Appearance | Deep orange-red fine powder | Complied | Visual |
| Odor | Characteristic saffron aroma | Complied | Organoleptic |
| Assay (Crocin by HPLC) | ≥10% | 10.4% | HPLC |
| Assay (Safranal by HPLC) | ≥0.2% | 0.23% | HPLC |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% | 2.3% | USP <731> |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤1.0% | 0.4% | USP <281> |
| Part 2. Heavy Metal Analysis & Chemical Control | |||
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm | Complied | AAS |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2 ppm | <0.5 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 ppm | <0.1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | <0.05 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1 ppm | <0.01 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Part 3. Microbiological Analysis & Control | |||
| Total Plate Count (cfu/g) | ≤1,000 | <100 | USP <61> |
| Yeast & Mold (cfu/g) | ≤100 | <10 | USP <61> |
| E. coli | Negative | Negative | USP <62> |
| Salmonella (per 25 g) | Negative | Negative | USP <62> |
Nutraceutical capsules and tablets for eye & mood health
Functional beverages and antioxidant blends
Cosmetics for skin brightening and anti-aging
Pharmaceutical preparations for neurological support
1kg/aluminium foil bag, with two plastic bags inside.
Gross Weight: 1.5kg Size: 18cmxH27cm
25kg/fiber drum, with two plastic bags inside.
Gross Weight: 28kg Size: 42cmxH52cm Volume: 0.0625mg/Drum.
DHL / FEDEX / EMS / E-PACKET / BY AIR / BY SEA
1. ≤50kg, Express delivery(DHL /FEDEX) recommended, usually called as DDU service;
2. ≤500kg, Air shipping recommended, usually called as CIF service;
3. >500kg, sea shipping recommended, usually called as FOB, CFR, or CIF service;
4. For high value products, please select air shipping and express delivery for safe.
We will contact you within 1 working day, please pay attention to the email with the suffix “forrest@oriherb.com”.
