Phycocyanin E18
Active Ingredient: Phycocyanin
Purity Specification: E18
Country of Origin: China
Testing Method: UV-Visible Spectrophotometry
Appearance: Blue Powder
Solubility: Easily soluble in water, insoluble in organic solvents
Certifications: ISO9001, GMP, FDA, Kosher, Halal
Trade Terms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP
Payment Method: T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) Preferred
Transportation Method: Air Freight, Sea Freight, Railway Transportation
Services Provided: OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) / ODM (Original Design Manufacturing)
Delivery Status: Sufficient Stock, Safe and Fast Delivery
Packaging Specifications: 10 kg, 20 kg
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 1 kg
- Product Description
Phycocyanin E18 Manufacturer and Supplier
Smart water extraction and purification provide high-quality blue pigment-protein Phycocyanin E18 from Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis). This food-grade colourant from China has a colour value of E1%≥180 at 618nm, as confirmed by UV-Visible Spectrophotometry. A leading producer, Shaanxi Herbcosher Phychemistry Co., Ltd., makes this blue powder with outstanding water solubility using 20 years of phytochemical knowledge. ISO9001, GMP, FDA, Kosher, and Halal certifications verify our product's global compliance. Our warehouse has 4,000-5,000 m² of products, with 10 kg and 20 kg packing options, 1 kg MOQ, and 15-day air, sea, or rail delivery.
What is Phycocyanin E18?
Colour intensity, stability, and economic viability are all balanced by phycocyanin E18. Natural blue pigment is a clean-label Brilliant Blue FCF replacement. The E18's calibrated colour strength will please manufacturers seeking vivid blue hues without additives. Made from spirulina algae, it looks nice and possesses phycocyanin antioxidants.
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Phycocyanin |
| Purity Specification | E18 (E1% 618nm ≥ 180) |
| Appearance | Blue Powder |
| Solubility | Easily soluble in water, insoluble in organic solvents |
| Testing Method | UV-Visible Spectrophotometry |
| Purity Ratio (A618/A280) | ≥ 2.0 |
| Heavy Metals | Pb < 2ppm, As < 2ppm, Hg < 0.1ppm |
| Microbiology | Total Plate Count < 1,000 CFU/g |
| Pathogens | Salmonella, E. coli: Negative |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 8% |
| Country of Origin | China |
Phycocyanin E18 Features
- High Colour Value Stability: Provides constant vivid blue colouring with E1% value ≥180, providing consistent formulation performance.
- Better Water Solubility: Dissolves entirely in water, reducing sedimentation difficulties with synthetic substitutes.
- Certified Clean Label: Meets FDA 21 CFR 73.530 Spirulina Extract and EU Colouring Food guidelines for transparency-focused companies.
- Cost-effective Balance: Reduces manufacturing costs without compromising visual quality by optimising colour intensity per unit cost compared to higher standards.
- Compliance with ISO9001, GMP, Kosher, and Halal certifications allows entrance into varied worldwide markets.
Phycocyanin E18 Applications
- For constant natural blue tones in plant-based, sports nutrition, and functional waters.
- Colourful candy, gum, and gummies look great.
- Plant-based ice creams, cultured sweets, and yoghurt are cleanly coloured.
- Antioxidant and colourant capsules, pills, and powder blends.
- Compatible with healthy baked products' icings, frostings, and decorations.
- Natural cosmetics and personal care products using plant pigments.
Production Process
Quality control is strict in our manufacturing:
- Spirulina from supervised growing facilities is premium.
- Without solvents, gentle aqueous extraction protects pigment integrity.
- Multi-stage filtering concentrates phycocyanin and eliminates contaminants.
- Verified E18 calibration using UV spectrophotometry.
- Quality Testing: HPLC, heavy metal, and microbiological testing are performed on each batch.
- Spray drying: Produces fine powder with moisture below 8%.
Why Choose Us?
Shaanxi Herbcosher Phychemistry excels technically and operationally. Our 20+ years of plant extract R&D and Northwest A&F University connections provide cutting-edge manufacturing processes. We regulate the supply chain from raw materials to packaging. Orders benefit from our 4,000 m² warehouse with ample stock for quick turnaround. Trade terms (EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP) and preferred T/T payment meet your purchase demands. Our experts offer technical support after the sale.
Certifications
- ISO 9001: Quality Management System
- GMP: Good Manufacturing Practice
- FDA: US Food and Drug Administration Compliance
- Kosher & Halal: Religious Dietary Certifications
- HACCP: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
- EU Organic & USDA Organic (available upon request)
OEM/ODM Services
We tailor solutions to your brand:
- Formulation Development: Adjust phycocyanin amounts for colour.
- Powder, liposomal, or microencapsulated dosages.
- Private Labelling: Branding on packages from 10 kg.
- Provide independent lab reports for regulatory filing.
- Fast prototyping: Sample development in 7-10 business days.
- For bespoke orders, allow ≤15 working days after confirmation.
Packaging and Delivery
Standard Packaging: 10 kilogram and 20 kg fibre drums with double-layer food-grade PE bags.
UV-blocking custom packaging for brand needs preserves colour stability.
Transportation: Used worldwide logistics companies for urgent orders, big shipments, and customised routes by air, sea, or train. The in-house logistics staff provides safe handling, on-time delivery, and tracking transparency.
FAQ
Q: How does processing temperature influence product?
A: It can briefly withstand 45°C. To preserve colour, flash pasteurise or post-heat pasteurised items.
Q: Can I use this in low-pH drinks?
A: Performance drops below pH 4.0 owing to protein precipitation. Best in pH 5.0-7.0 neutral to slightly acidic environments.
Q: Does it taste like spirulina?
A: AT normal dose rates (0.01%-0.3% in finished goods), our pure E18 leaves almost little flavour.
Q: How long will it last?
A: Unopened product lasts 24 months in cold, dry, light-free settings. Always package completed items in UV-blocking.
Q: What's your minimum order quantity?
A: We accept 1 kilogram trial purchases with bulk savings for greater commitments.
Contact Us
Ready to integrate natural blue coloring into your product line with Phycocyanin E18? Reach out to our technical team at info@herbcosher.com for samples, quotations, and formulation support.
