Phytosterols 99%

Phytosterols 99% High-Purity Plant Sterols — Pharmaceutical-Grade Granules for Functional Nutrition Formulations

Phytosterols 99% is a pharmaceutical-grade product obtained from plant sterols extracted from pine-related plant oil raw materials by separating and purifying unsaponifiable matter, followed by advanced refining, crystallisation, and granulation. The active constituents – β-sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol – are concentrated with a certified purity of 99% determined by Gas Chromatography (GC). This product is white to off white granules and complies with the requirements of ISO9001, GMP, FDA, Kosher, Halal. It is a solid alternative for B2B supplement and functional food makers throughout the world with a low MOQ of 1 kg, packaging options of 10 kg or 20 kg and OEM/ODM assistance.

What Are Phytosterols and Why Does Purity Matter?

Plant sterols are naturally occurring steroid-like substances present in the cell membranes of plants. Their molecular makeup is very near to cholesterol, which means they compete with cholesterol to be absorbed in the intestines, a trait well known in the functional nutrition business.

The three main active ingredients are β-sitosterol, stigmasterol and campesterol. Compared to standard-grade phytosterols at 99% purity, these bioactive chemicals are present in a much larger percentage, so each gram of raw material has a higher functional value per dose.

Cardiovascular health product, dietary supplement and fortified food B2B purchasers consider raw material purity in their development of premium products since purity directly effects label claims, regulatory compliance and product differentiation.

Product Specifications

Key Product Characteristics

Made from pine and non-GMO by nature. It is derived from a pine related plant oil offering a natural clean label ingredient without the allergen problems of soy sterol sources. This is more and more relevant for markets that have tight labelling regulations.

Granular form for industrial scale processing The granulated form has a better flowability and compressibility than the conventional powders. A better choice for weighing, blending, tablet compression and capsule filling – all key performance criteria for a commercial manufacturing line.

Fat soluble and oil dispersible The substance is insoluble in water but dispersible in oil-based systems, which is consistent with its major application in lipid-rich formulations, softgel capsules and functional fat products. For water-based applications, emulsification or microencapsulation technologies are needed.

Thermally stable. Plant sterols at this purity level maintain stability under conventional food processing temperatures, making them acceptable with baked foods, pasteurized dairy forms, and hot-fill applications. 

Quality Control and Documentation

Each batch of product is checked for sterol profile by Gas Chromatography (GC) and the purity is in compliance with the 99% criteria. This method allows for exact quantification of the various sterol components and prevents adulteration with lower grade or cheaper sterol sources.

Production at Herbcosher is performed under GMP certified circumstances and is supported by ISO9001 quality management processes. The plant is FDA-registered and products are Kosher and Halal certified, paperwork that makes it easier to enter markets across North America, Europe and the Middle East.

Third party testing reports are available upon request to help your supplier qualifying and regulatory filing processes.

Application Areas

Dietary supplements. Phytosterols 99% is formulated into hard capsules, softgels, and compressed tablets targeting cardiovascular health. Per FDA and EFSA guidelines, a daily intake of 1.5g–3.0g of plant sterols supports claims related to maintaining healthy cholesterol levels — making raw material purity a key specification.

Functional foods with enriched fats. High-purity plant sterols in the lipid phase of heart-healthy margarines, spreads and enhanced dairy products. The granular form gives constant dispersion without compromising the texture, flavour or emulsion stability to any great extent.

Complex formulations and nutraceutical mixes. The product is compatible with various lipophilic dietary substances such as omega-3 oils, CoQ10 and fat-soluble vitamins. It is a compatible raw material that can be used as a flexible base for multi-functional formulations in premium health product lines.

Supply and Customization Advantages

Herbcosher has a warehouse of 4000-5000 m2 with enough stock of the product to cover both modest trial orders (from 1 kg) and large bulk purchases. Standard bulk orders are delivered in 15 working days.

We offer OEM and ODM services for customers who need unique formulas, dosage forms or private label packaging. Formats include powder blends, liposomes and microencapsulated forms for better water dispersibility.

The technical team has 20+ years of phytochemical production experience and academic connections with Northwest A&F University and Northwest University for formulation development, specification customisation and regulatory documentation.

Packaging

Standard packs: 10 kilogram and 20 kg each. Custom packaging specifications are available for OEM orders upon request.

FAQ

Q: What are the ingredients?

A: This product is made from pine-related plant oil. It is manufactured from the separation of the unsaponifiables, then refined, crystallised and granulated. This produces a non-GMO plant sterol ingredient obtained from pine.

Q: How do you test purity?

A: Gas chromatography (GC) confirms the purity and detects and quantifies specific sterol constituents including β-sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol . Each batch is shipped with a Certificate of Analysis.

Q: Is the product suitable for use in water based products? A:

A: Plant sterols are fat-soluble and not water-soluble. In aqueous systems, for example in beverages, microencapsulation or emulsification using lecithin is recommended to increase dispersibility.

Q: What dose is needed for a cholesterol health claim?

A: FDA and EFSA standards approve a consumption range of 1.5g–3.0g/day plant sterols for cholesterol-related label claims of functional food and supplement products.

Q: What certifications does this product have?

A: The product is certified by ISO9001, GMP, FDA, Kosher and Halal. These qualifications provide regulatory compliance for the US, EU and Middle East markets.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity and lead time?

A: The MOQ is 1kg, appropriate for sampling and formulation testing. Standard bulk orders are shipped within 15 working days and Air, Sea and Railroad shipping options are available.

Contact Us

Reach our technical and sales team at info@herbcosher.com for Phytosterols 99% samples, quotes, or custom formulation support.