Citron Fruit Powder

Citron Fruit Powder - 98% Flavonoids | Spray Dried Extract

Food-grade Citron Fruit Powder with 98% flavonoids (HPLC tested) is available from Shaanxi Zhenhuacui Biotechnology. This powder is made using spray drying technology to make it more soluble. Because we're a big company that's been making plant extracts for over 10 years, we always have a steady stock of goods ready to ship in 10 days. Our goods are cGMP, FSSC22000, ISO9001, HACCP, HALAL, KOSHER, and organically approved. 60% of the time, our team works on research and development. We offer full professional help for everything from 1 kg samples to large-scale production.

Product Overview

Citron (Citrus medica) products have been used for health purposes for a long time, especially to help the liver and digestive system. Controlled extraction and spray drying methods are used to separate beneficial flavonoid molecules from our citron powder.

What makes this chemical workable for use in business products:

The 98% flavonoid standardisation solves the problem of batch uniformity that comes up a lot with plant ingredients. HPLC testing confirms the amounts of active compounds, which lowers the variation in formulations.

Spray drying makes particles that are 80 to 100 mesh and can absorb water quickly. This stops the sedimentation problem that many companies have when they use fruit-based products in drinks.

The powder is brownish-yellow and stays stable from pH 3 to 8. This means it can be used with acidic drinks, neutral pills, and alkaline functional foods.

Multiple stages of filtering and testing are used in the manufacturing process. Our cGMP-certified center is where we screen raw materials, and test the final product.

Technical Advantages

Standardized Active Content

98% flavonoid specification provides calculable dosing for supplement facts panels. Third-party HPLC testing data available upon request.

Processing Compatibility

The powder disperses in cold water without clumping, tolerates temperatures up to 80°C during mixing, and remains stable in solutions with 40% ethanol content. These properties support diverse manufacturing processes.

Microbiological Safety

Total plate count ≤1000cfu/g and yeast/mold ≤100cfu/g meet dietary supplement GMP requirements. Heavy metal content ≤10ppm complies with California Prop 65 and EU regulations.

Moisture Control

Loss on drying ≤5% prevents caking during storage and maintains flowability for encapsulation equipment.

Shelf Life Performance

Accelerated stability testing (40°C/75% RH for 6 months) demonstrates <3% flavonoid degradation when stored in sealed, light-protective packaging.

Technical Specifications

Application Categories

Functional Beverage Systems

Effervescent pills, RTD formulations, and instant drink powders. In cold water (25°C), the powder hydrates in 30 seconds and keeps its suspension stable for more than 24 hours. For the administration of flavonoids, 200–500 mg per meal is advised.

Capsule & Tablet Formats

Wet granulation is compatible with direct compression. Carr's Index for flowability: 18–22, appropriate for automated encapsulation. The usual dose is 300–600 mg per unit, which yields 294–588 mg of flavonoids.

Solid Drink Mixes

blends consistently with flavours, sweeteners, and other herbal extracts. After seven days at 25°C/60% RH in typical film packaging, hygroscopicity testing reveals less than 2% moisture increase.

Nutraceutical Soft Gels

oil-dispersible after being pre-blended at a 1:3 ratio with medium-chain triglycerides (MCT). The difficulty of integrating water-soluble actives into lipid-based delivery methods is thus resolved.

Herbal Tea Blends

Particle size distribution enables the filling of tea bags with Citron Fruit Powder without producing dust. For the preparation of hot beverages, heat stability testing (95°C for 10 minutes) reveals less than 5% flavonoid loss.

Functional Food Ingredients

89% flavonoid retention was tested in nutrition bars that were cooked for 12 minutes at 160°C. Yogurt's pH stability (pH 4.2): after 14 days of chilling, there is no precipitation.

Quality Certifications

Our facility maintains third-party audited certifications for global market access:

• cGMP – Dietary supplement current Good Manufacturing Practices (NSF registration available)
• FSSC 22000 – Food Safety System Certification v5.1
• ISO 9001:2015 – Quality management system
• HACCP – Hazard analysis and critical control points
• HALAL – Certified by Islamic Food Council of Europe
• KOSHER – Orthodox Union certification
• USDA/EU Organic – Available upon request for organic-certified batches

Manufacturing Process

Step 1: Raw Material Verification

Supplier qualification includes pesticide residue testing (GB 2763 standard). Incoming inspection rejects batches with >5% damaged fruit.

Step 2: Preparation

Soil and agricultural residues are eliminated via automated washing.

Step 3: Extraction

Countercurrent extraction with a regulated solvent ratio and temperature (65–75°C). 15–18% of the raw material is extracted throughout the process.

Step 4: Concentration and Filtration

Insoluble debris is eliminated by multi-stage filtering (100 mesh → 200 mesh → 0.45 μm). Heat-sensitive flavonoids are shielded by vacuum concentration (60°C).

Step 5: Using a spray dryer

180–200°C at the inlet and 80–90°C at the outflow. Oxidation is inhibited by a nitrogen environment. Fine particles are recovered using a cyclone separator with a yield of more than 95%.

Step 6: Uniformity

Flavonoid content is determined by HPLC analysis. To achieve specifications, batches below 98% are reprocessed or blended with lots of greater potency.

Step 7: Sieving and Micronization

The desired particle size is reached using jet milling. A vibrating sieve guarantees a dispersion of 80–100 mesh.

Step 8: Release of Quality

Following complete panel testing (identity, purity, microbiological, heavy metals), a COA was provided. After production is finished, the average turnaround time is five business days.

Step 9: Packaging

double-layered food-grade polyethylene bags within fibre drums.

Packaging & Logistics

Standard Packaging

25 kg net weight per fiber drum. Inner: dual food-grade PE bags. Labeling includes batch number, manufacturing date.

Custom Packaging Options

• Sample sizes: 100g, 500g, 1kg in foil bags
• Bulk packaging: 50 kg, 100 kg, 200 kg drums for large-scale users
• Private labeling available for OEM orders

Storage Requirements

Temperature: 15-25°C (59-77°F)

Humidity: ≤60% RH

Light: Store in original packaging away from UV exposure

Shelf life: 24 months from manufacturing date when stored properly

Shipping Methods

Documentation Provided

Certificate of Analysis (COA), Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate (if required), MSDS, Halal/Kosher certificates (upon request), and commercial invoice.

Why Manufacturing Partners Choose Us

Production Capacity

Yearly yield: 500 metric tons of spray-dried botanical extricates. Current citron powder stock: 2-3 tons kept up for quick shipment. This kills the 4-6 week lead times common with make-to-order suppliers.

R&D Infrastructure

12-person R&D group (60% of our specialized staff). Capabilities: definition advancement, soundness testing, and explanatory strategy improvement. We help with:

• Dosage shape optimization (tablets, capsules, gummies, powders)

Flexible Generation Model

• Sampling: 100g given free for qualified assessment (shipping paid ahead of time or collect)
• Trial orders: MOQ 1 kg with 10-day standard delivery
• Commercial scale: 25 kg to multi-ton orders
• Custom determinations: Can alter work measure, dampness substance, or carrier ratios

Technology Platforms

Beyond shower drying, our office operates:

• Supercritical CO₂ extraction for oil-soluble actives
• Microencapsulation for controlled release

OEM/ODM Services

Finished item fabricating includes:

• Gummies: Pectin or gelatin-based, 50,000-unit MOQ
• Tablets: Coordinate compression or damp granulation, 100,000-unit MOQ
• Capsules: Veggie lover or gelatin, 50,000-unit MOQ
• Sachets: Single-serve powder bundling, 10,000-unit MOQ
• Lead time: 20 working days post-formula endorsement. Express generation (7-10 days) accessible for pressing launches.

Client Support

English-speaking specialized back group reacts inside 12 hours. We provide:

• Stability ponder design
• Label claim substantiation data

Our Teams & Exhibitions

FAQ

Q: What sets your citron powder apart from others?

A: With 98% standardisation, you require less material per dosage than with 10-30% flavonoid extracts. Instead of 1,500mg+ of a 20% extract, a 500mg capsule with 300mg flavonoids requires 306mg of our powder. This decreases capsule size, unit cost, and label aesthetics.

Q: How do you batch-to-batch ensure 98%?

A: Each batch undergoes HPLC analysis after spray drying. To meet objective, 96-97.9% batches are mixed with 99-100% lots. Reprocess batches under 96%. A +/- 1% tolerance is maintained.

Q: What is your heavy metal testing protocol?

A: We follow USP <233> Elemental Impurities guidelines using ICP-MS. Each production batch is tested for Pb, As, Cd, Hg.

Q: Do you report stability?

A: Yes. At 25°C/60% RH, real-time stability trials last 24 months. Accelerated 6-month study (40°C/75% RH). Data indicates <5% flavonoid degradation after 24 months of storage as advised. Full NDA stability reports.

Q: How to start a trial order?

A: Company and application information by email. Free 100g sample. We deliver an official estimate with COA, spec sheet, and price tiers after examination.

Contact Us

Do you have more questions about Citron Fruit Powder?

Email: plantex@asianbios.com