Pure Ube Purple Yam Extract
Pure Purple Yam Extract: Natural Color, Real Flavor, No Additives
Pure purple yam extract, also known as purple yam powder or purple yam extract powder, is a vibrant purple ingredient widely used in modern food and beverage formulations. Derived from premium purple yam root (Dioscorea alata), this fine powder is prized not only for its striking color, but also for its nutritional profile and natural flavor. One of its most notable active ingredients is anthocyanin, a powerful antioxidant that gives it its purple color and has potential anti-inflammatory and health-promoting benefits.
In recent years, purple yam has gained popularity in the global market, especially in desserts, baked goods, ice cream, and plant-based beverages, driven by growing consumer interest in natural colors and Asian flavors. From Filipino-style purple yam salads to trendy purple lattes, demand for clean label, natural purple yam root powder continues to grow.
Our pure Ube purple yam extract powder is unique in that we use a controlled, low-temperature drying process to maximize the integrity of the color, flavor, and nutritional profile. Unlike other suppliers who may mix or dilute their powders, our extracts contain no additives or fillers and are tested for food-grade safety and purity.
We also offer flexible OEM and private label services tailored for companies developing functional foods, beverages or dietary supplements. Whether you are formulating a purple yam smoothie powder or developing natural food coloring for clean label snacks, we can provide you with full support from bulk raw material procurement to finished product customization, and obtain certifications such as ISO22000, USDA Organic and cGMP.
Why choose our pure Ube Purple Yam Extract?
1. True Single Source Purple Yam Raw Material
We use 100% purple yam from designated farms, avoiding the industry's common practice of blending multiple yam varieties or using sweet potato substitutes. This ensures consistent anthocyanin content (≥ 1.2% tested) and authentic Ube Purple Yam flavor and aroma in every batch.
2. Low Temperature Vacuum Drying Technology
Unlike most suppliers who use high temperature spray drying that destroys pigments and flavor components, we use a controlled vacuum drying process below 50°C. This protects the natural purple color while maintaining its water solubility, giving your finished formulation a smoother taste and richer color.
3. Batch-to-Batch Color and Particle Size Uniformity
Our in-house quality control team monitors every batch to ensure a color difference value of Delta E <2.0 and a default particle size of 100-120 mesh - ensuring your beverage, baked goods or freeze-dried snack products perform consistently without worrying about recipe adjustments.
4. We have over 17 years of industrial-grade R&D experience since 2008
We understand formulation pain points and have extensive experience in plant ingredient extraction. From fluidity to dispersibility in liquids, our Ube Purple Yam Extract is carefully designed to be easily integrated into automated production lines.
5. Clean label, no fillers, no carriers
Many Ube Purple Yam powder on the market add maltodextrin or silica to reduce costs. Our products do not contain these ingredients. You will get 100% pure purple sweet potato extract, which is tested for heavy metals, pesticides and microbial content and meets EU and US food grade standards.
6. Customized OEM and private label supply
We support low MOQ OEM services, ranging from bulk raw material supply (≥10 kg) to private label sachets, cans and individual packaging. Our OEM department can provide customized formulations (such as adding collagen, prebiotics, seasonings) and brand promotion support for your regional market.
COA
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Items |
Specification |
Result |
Test Method |
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Appearance |
Light purple fine powder |
Complies |
Visual Inspection |
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Odor & Taste |
Characteristic, slightly sweet |
Complies |
Organoleptic |
|
Mesh Size |
100% pass 80 mesh |
Complies |
Sieve Analysis |
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Loss on Drying |
≤ 7.0% |
4.36% |
USP<731> |
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Ash Content |
≤ 5.0% |
3.12% |
USP<561> |
|
Anthocyanin Content |
≥ 1.0% |
1.26% |
UV-Vis |
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Solubility |
Water soluble |
Soluble |
In-house |
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pH (1% solution) |
4.0–6.0 |
5.2 |
USP<791> |
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Heavy Metals |
≤ 10 ppm |
Complies |
ICP-MS |
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— Lead (Pb) |
≤ 2.0 ppm |
<0.1 ppm |
ICP-MS |
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— Arsenic (As) |
≤ 1.0 ppm |
<0.1 ppm |
ICP-MS |
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— Cadmium (Cd) |
≤ 1.0 ppm |
<0.05 ppm |
ICP-MS |
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— Mercury (Hg) |
≤ 0.1 ppm |
<0.01 ppm |
ICP-MS |
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Pesticide Residues |
Meet EU limits |
Complies |
GC-MS/MS |
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Total Plate Count |
≤ 10,000 CFU/g |
320 CFU/g |
USP<2021> |
|
Yeast & Mold |
≤ 100 CFU/g |
<10 CFU/g |
USP<2021> |
|
E. coli |
Negative/10g |
Negative |
USP<2022> |
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Salmonella |
Negative/25g |
Negative |
USP<2022> |
|
Staphylococcus aureus |
Negative/10g |
Negative |
USP<2022> |
|
Non-GMO |
Confirmed |
Complies |
PCR Test |
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Irradiation |
Not irradiated |
Complies |
In-house |
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Residual Solvent |
≤ 0.005% (if applicable) |
Not detected |
GC-MS |
What is ube extract used for?
1. Beverages – for smoothies, milk teas, lattes and plant-based flavored beverages
2. Baking – ideal for breads, cakes, muffins, cookies and mochi
3. Ice cream and frozen desserts – natural color and flavoring for purple sweet potato ice cream or gelato
4. Snacks and cereals – for granola bars, protein balls and purple sweet potato flavored snacks
5. Confectionery – for purple sweet potato candies, fillings, jams and syrups
6. Supplements and functional foods – natural color for antioxidant support or capsule/powder mixes
7. Dairy and yogurt – for blending flavored yogurt, cream cheese or spreads
Recommend Dosage
1. Beverages: Add 1-3% by weight to add natural color and soft sweetness to smoothies, lattes and plant-based beverages.
2. Baking: Add 3-8% based on flour content to make purple yam flavored breads, cakes and muffins.
3. Ice cream and frozen desserts: Add 2-5% to create a bright purple color and authentic purple yam flavor.
4. Supplements: 300-1000 mg per dose is recommended, ideal for capsules or functional blends.
5. Snacks and candies: Add 2-6% to enhance the flavor and appearance of snack bars, candies and fillings.
6. Dairy and yogurt products: Add 2-4% to add natural color and sweet yam flavor to yogurt or cream-based spreads.
FAQs
1. Is ube powder the same as purple yam powder?
2. Yes, in most cases, ube powder and purple yam powder refer to the same product made from Dioscorea alata. However, some suppliers may mix it with sweet potato or use different yam species. Always check for 100% pure purple yam extract on the label.
2. Is your ube extract powder natural and food-grade?
Absolutely. Our Pure Ube Purple Yam Extract is 100% natural, free from additives, and food-grade. It's produced under ISO22000 and USDA Organic certified conditions and meets EU/US safety standards.
3. What's the difference between ube powder and taro powder?
Ube (Dioscorea alata) is a purple yam with a sweet, nutty taste, while taro (Colocasia esculenta) is paler in color and has a more starchy, earthy flavor. They are not the same and should not be substituted in recipes for color or taste.
Your Trusted Supplier for Pure Ube Purple Yam Extract
Partner with us to access high-quality Pure Ube Purple Yam Extract in bulk. As an experienced manufacturer, we offer competitive pricing, OEM services, and reliable supply chains to meet your production needs. Our product comes with certifications including ISO22000, USDA Organic, Halal, and Kosher, ensuring top-notch safety, quality, and traceability.What sets us apart is our consistent product quality, achieved through our low-temperature drying process, which preserves the vibrant color and rich taste of the ube.
Whether you're looking to create unique food products, supplements, or functional beverages, our ube extract provides the natural solution you need.Contact us today at info@btncbio.com to learn more about how we can support your business needs and establish a long-term partnership.













