High-Quality Manufacture Price Phycocyanin Spirulina Extract Natural Pigment Manufacturer, Companies
Product Description
Phycocyanin (PC) is a natural water-soluble blue pigment-protein extracted from Spirulina platensis. It is the only natural blue colorant approved by FDA and EU. Rich in essential amino acids, it delivers powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunity-boosting effects. Widely used in natural food coloring, dietary supplements and skincare products.
Phycocyanin is a water-soluble natural blue pigment-protein extracted from Spirulina via low-temperature water extraction. Classified as phycobiliprotein, it appears as bright dark blue fine powder soluble in water but insoluble in oil and alcohol, with red fluorescence. It is the world’s only approved natural blue food colorant.
Dual functions: It acts as a safe colorant as well as a complete nutrient-rich protein containing all 8 essential amino acids for humans.
Physical Properties: Good flowability, impurity-free and excellent water solubility, delivering clear and bright blue color.
Core active ingredient: Phycocyanobilin (PCB), offering powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Specifications: E6, E10, E18, E25, E40 (E value represents color strength; higher value means higher blue pigment concentration). Available in food grade, dietary supplement grade and more.
| ANALYSIS | SPECIFICATION | RESULTS | Test method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensory requirements | |||
| Color | Blue-green or dark blue-green, uniform color | Complies | Visual |
| Taste and smell | No odor with a slight taste of seaweed | Complies | Visual |
| impurity | No normal visual acuity can see mildew, obvious debris | Complies | Visual |
| Appearance | Uniform powder, no clumping | Complies | Visual |
| Physical and chemical index | |||
| Loss on Drying,% | ≤7.0 | 6.12 | GB 50093-2010 |
| Ash,% | ≤8.0 | 6.97 | GB 50094-2010 |
| Protein,% | ≥60.0 | 64.50 | GB 5009.5-2010 |
| Total carotenoids,mg/100g | ≥150.0 | 370 | GB 5009.5-2010 |
| Heavy metals | |||
| Pb, mg/kg | ≤2.0 | 0.03 | GB 500912-2010 |
| As, mg/kg | ≤1.0 | 0.48 | GB/T5009.011-2003 |
| Hg, mg/kg | ≤0.05 | <0.01 | GB/T5009.17-2003 |
| pb, mg/kg | ≤0.1 | 0 | GB/T5009.15-2003 |
| Microbiology | |||
| Total Plate Count,cfu/g | ≤100000 | ≤7800 | GB 47892-2010 |
| Yeast & Moulds,cfu/g | ≤50 | ≤10 | GB 478915-2010 |
| E.Coli,mpn/g | ≤30 | ≤10 | GBT4789.03-2003 |
| Salmonella, per 25g | Negative | Negative | GB 47894-2010 |
Food Coloring: Used in blue candies, ice cream, sparkling drinks, jelly, baked goods, tablets, plant-based yogurt and meal replacement powder as a substitute for artificial blue pigments.
Dietary Supplements: Immunity capsules, anti-fatigue tablets, liver-support blends, antioxidant gummies for women, Spirulina complex nutrients.
Skincare & Cosmetics: Antioxidant repair serums, sensitive-soothing creams, brightening masks, natural blue makeup.
| Weight | Packing method |
|---|---|
| 1kg | bag/kg, box outside (double plastic bag + Aluminum foil bag inside) |
| 10kgs, 25kg or more | by Drums or carton (2 layers plastic bag inside) |
| Weight | Delivery method | Delivery time | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1kg-25kgs | EMS, DHL, UPS, Fedex | 3-7days | Door to door |
| 25kgs-100kgs | DHL, FedEx, by Air | 3-7days | Door to door (to Airport by Air) |
| more than 100kgs | by Air | 3-7days | Door to Airport |
| by Sea | 10-35days | Door to port |
ShineHerb biotech specializes in the supply of nutritional ingredients, enzymes, plant extracts, vitamins, amino acids, peptides, and other raw materials for global B2B customers. For Phycocyanin, free samples are available together with documents including COA and MSDS. Please feel free to contact us anytime.
Q: What is the source of Phycocyanin?
Phycocyanin is a natural water-soluble pigment-protein extracted from Spirulina platensis through low-temperature water extraction.
Q: What do the different E values (E6, E10, E18, E25, E40) represent?
The E value denotes the color strength; a higher numerical value corresponds to a higher concentration of the blue pigment.
Q: Is Phycocyanin approved for use as a food additive?
Yes, it is the only natural blue colorant approved by both the FDA and the European Union for food applications.
Q: What are the standard packaging options available?
Packaging is available in 1kg aluminium foil bags with outer boxes, and 10kg, 25kg, or larger quantities packed in drums or cartons with double plastic linings.
Q: Can I request a product sample along with quality documentation?
Yes, free samples are available for business customers along with complete technical documentation, including the Certificate of Analysis (COA) and MSDS.
