Alfalfa Extract
Alfalfa Extract is sourced from Medicago sativa and is commonly used in formulations targeting green nutrition support, daily detox-style blends, and bone and mineral wellness positioning. It naturally contains chlorophyll, saponins, flavonoids, and minerals and can be supplied as ratio extracts or marker-standardized specifications depending on project requirements.
What is Alfalfa Extract?
Alfalfa Extract is sourced from the aerial parts of Medicago sativa and is valued in botanical formulations for its relevance to green nutrition support. It naturally contains chlorophyll, saponins, flavonoids, and minerals. The extract typically appears as a brown to yellowish-brown fine powder and is commonly supplied as ratio extracts or as marker-standardized extracts according to project requirements.
As a professionally manufactured botanical ingredient, alfalfa extract is widely used in supplements, functional foods, and wellness formulations targeting daily detox-style blends, bone and mineral wellness positioning, and broader clean-label product development. We apply rigorous quality control to support purity, stability, and formulation reliability.
Functional Characteristics & Technical Features
- Targeted Support: Commonly used in product concepts focused on green nutrition support.
- Formulation Positioning: Helps brands build formulas around daily detox-style blends.
- Traditional & Botanical Relevance: Frequently selected for blends centered on bone and mineral wellness positioning.
- Standardized Quality: Precisely standardized and identity-tested for dependable batch-to-batch consistency.
- Formulation Flexibility: Suitable for use in capsules, tablets, powders, sachets, and selected beverage or functional food systems.
- Safe & Natural: Carefully sourced and processed to support modern clean-label product development.
Typical Product Specifications
| Product Name | Alfalfa Extract |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name / Source | Medicago sativa |
| Active Ingredient | Chlorophyll, saponins, flavonoids, and minerals |
| Appearance | brown to yellowish-brown fine powder |
| Specification | 10:1 ratio or 5% Saponins |
| Part Used | Aerial parts |
| Solubility | Water-soluble / Partially soluble depending on carrier and specification |
| Test Method | HPLC / TLC / UV |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months When Properly Stored |
| Storage | Store in sealed containers in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. |
| Certificates | ISO22000, HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL (subject to specific batch / project requirements) |
Application Fields
- Dietary Supplements: Capsules, tablets, and premixes positioned for green nutrition support and daily detox-style blends.
- Functional Foods & Beverages: Blends, sachets, and drink systems developed around bone and mineral wellness positioning and clean-label botanical positioning.
- Specialty Wellness Formulations: Products designed for category concepts such as antioxidant support, daily vitality, beauty, digestion, relaxation, or active-aging support depending on the final formula.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specifications do you offer?
We commonly supply 10:1 ratio or 5% Saponins. Customized ratios or marker levels can also be discussed according to your formulation target and testing requirements.
Is this extract water-soluble?
Most extract specifications are water-soluble or partially soluble, depending on the extraction carrier and the target marker concentration.
Is it suitable for vegetarian or vegan formulations?
Yes, this botanical extract is plant-derived and is generally suitable for vegetarian and vegan product development.
Sample Package
Aluminum Foil Bag
Barrel Package
lron-ringed Cardboard Drum
General Package
25kqs by Drum
General Package
25kqs by Carton
About the Manufacturer
Anrui Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a specialized exporter of high-quality food ingredients and additives. We focus on global trade and custom formulation services for functional ingredients, delivering consistent, compliant, and premium-quality supply solutions to our worldwide clients.
Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, Anrui collaborates with GMP-certified manufacturing partners equipped with advanced testing facilities, including HPLC, UV-VIS spectrophotometry, and microbiological analysis, ensuring every batch meets strict international quality and regulatory standards.
Our products are exported to over 60 countries, serving industries such as food, beverages, supplements, and cosmetics.
