Tart Cherry Fruit Extract Powder
Tart cherry extract powder (also known as Montmorency cherry powder or sour cherry extract) is a powerful superfood rich in a variety of bioactive compounds, including anthocyanins and polyphenols, melatonin, quercetin and chlorogenic acid, which help slow aging, promote cellular health and overall wellness.The global tart cherry extract market is expected to reach $4.1 billion by 2032, driven by growing demand for anti-aging supplements, sports recovery and sleep support. Consumers are increasingly seeking clinically proven and highly effective ingredients, and powdered products dominate due to their versatility in capsules, functional foods and beauty supplements.
Our powders are processed using a solvent-free membrane filtration process to ensure a total polyphenol retention rate of more than 9% for optimal efficacy. Our OEM advantages include anti-aging and longevity formulas; direct cooperation with Chinese growers to ensure cherry traceability; third-party testing for heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and microbial contaminants, making it a great fit for brands targeting the anti-aging, nootropics or high-end health markets.
Why choose our tart cherry extract powder?
1. High purity of active ingredients
Highly concentrated extract, ≥10% anthocyanin content verified by HPLC testing. Raw materials are sourced from orchards in Yantai, Shandong, China's largest cherry processing industry cluster, ensuring excellent anthocyanin content. Our membrane filtration technology removes impurities while retaining active ingredients, increasing absorption by 30% compared to traditional spray-dried powders.
2. OEM advantages: scalability, compliance and customization
20 years of experience in nutraceutical R&D, working directly with Chinese growers to ensure 24/7 bulk supply (more than 100 tons per year). Nitrogen flushed packaging extends shelf life to 24 months, with less than 5% potency loss under accelerated aging testing. Heavy metal and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) controlled, lead content is below detection limit (<0.1 ppm), and PAH content is less than 10 ppb (EU limit for benzo[a]pyrene is 50 ppb).
COA
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Test Item |
Specification |
Result |
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Specification |
10% Anthocyanins |
10% Anthocyanins |
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Appearance |
Fine, reddish-purple powder |
Reddish-purple powder |
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Odor |
Characteristic cherry odor |
Characteristic odor |
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Taste |
Characteristic cherry taste |
Characteristic taste |
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Test Method |
HPLC |
HPLC |
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Loss on Drying |
≤5% |
3.2% |
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Ash Content |
≤5% |
3.0% |
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Heavy Metals |
≤10 ppm (Pb), ≤5 ppm (Cd), ≤5 ppm (As) |
Pb: <1 ppm, Cd: <0.5 ppm, As: <0.5 ppm |
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Microbial Limits |
Total Plate Count: ≤1000 CFU/g |
500 CFU/g |
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Yeast & Mold |
≤100 CFU/g |
50 CFU/g |
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E. Coli |
Negative |
Negative |
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Salmonella |
Negative |
Negative |
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Anthocyanin Content |
≥10% |
10.5% |
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Solubility |
Soluble in water |
Soluble |
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Storage |
Cool, dry place away from sunlight |
Stored in recommended conditions |
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Packaging |
1–25 kg or customized |
25 kg |
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Shelf Life |
2 years |
2 years |
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Certificates |
ISO22000, Kosher, Halal, Organic (EU), USDA, FSSC22000, FAD, SGS, cGMP |
ISO22000, Kosher, Halal, Organic (EU), USDA, FSSC22000, FAD, SGS, cGMP |
What is tart cherry extract used for?
1. Anti-aging: Rich in antioxidants (anthocyanins), it helps reduce wrinkles, fine lines and skin sagging.
2. Skin Care: With anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties, it is a common ingredient in skin care formulas.
3. Sleep Support: Because it contains melatonin, it helps improve sleep quality and promote better rest and recovery.
4. Joint Health: Reduces inflammation and pain caused by arthritis or joint discomfort.
5. Overall Health: Rich in antioxidants, it supports immune function and overall health.
Recommended Dosage
1. Anti-aging and skin care: 500 mg to 1 g daily, usually added to cream or serum.
2. Sleep aid: 1 g to 2 g daily, recommended before bedtime.
3. Joint health: 1 g to 2 g daily, added to capsules or functional foods.
FAQs
1. How does tart cherry extract slow down skin aging?
Tart cherry extract is rich in anthocyanins, which are powerful antioxidants that fight oxidative stress, a major factor in skin aging. It helps reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin for a more youthful look.
2. Does tart cherry extract help improve sleep?
Yes, tart cherry extract contains melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep. Supplementing with this extract can improve sleep quality and promote a healthy sleep cycle.
3. Is tart cherry extract good for joint pain or inflammation?
Of course it does. Tart cherry extract has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and swelling caused by conditions like arthritis. It is widely used in joint health supplements for its natural pain-relieving properties.
Reliable Tart Cherry Extract Supplier and OEM Partner
Our tart cherry powder is suitable for anti-aging skin care products, nutraceuticals or functional foods. As a cGMP certified manufacturer with more than 20 years of experience in producing bioactive extracts, we guarantee high anthocyanin content, kosher/halal/organic certification, and provide customized OEM solutions from 50 kg to 20 tons for global markets. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@btncbio.com to obtain COA and formulation support.