Crocus Sativus Hydro Glycerin Extract
Distinctive Essence
- Premium access to low-cost, CAT 1 high-quality Crocus Sativus stigmas sourced directly from trusted farms.
- State-of-the-art cold distillation apparatus ensures maximum retention of bioactive compounds.
- Industry-leading crocin concentration levels verified through rigorous 3rd party independent scientific analysis.
Exceptional Niche Market
Crocus sativus (Saffron) extract, particularly its active compound crocin, has been scientifically shown to offer a range of health benefits. It boosts mood and relieves stress by modulating serotonin, with studies demonstrating effects comparable to antidepressants like fluoxetine (source). Crocin also enhances sexual health with natural aphrodisiac properties (source) and provides potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, reducing oxidative stress. Additionally, it supports cognitive health by improving memory and protecting against neurodegenerative diseases. It also aids in blood sugar management, as evidenced in patients with type 2 diabetes (source). These benefits make saffron extract a powerful ingredient in nutraceuticals, functional foods, and wellness supplements.
Certificate of Analysis
Product Identity | ||
Name | Saffron Liquid Extract (Glycerin Based) | |
⚠️ | Inedible “As Is” Due to High Concentration of Crocin | |
Material | IRFDO Certified Category I Crocus Sativus Stigma | |
Method | Cold Distillation of Supersaturated C2H6O Solution | |
Physical Properties | Dense Brown Liquid, Free From Lumps And Foreign Matter | |
Apparatus | SteroGlass 300 Rotavap, Operation Range: >40C / >80 mbar | |
Preservatives | None | |
Ingredients (est.) | [C44H64O24, C16H26O7, C10H14O] 115mg/ml, C3H8O3:H2O 4:1 v/v, C2H6O (TRCE) | |
Shelf Life | Best Before 2 Years After Production | |
PH @ 0.5:1000 w/v | 7.0 | |
Heavy Metal / Microbiol Test | Crocus Sativus Stigma Supplier Analysis/Certification Per ISIRI 259-2 | |
Solubility | Polar Solvants: Water, Ethanol, Acetone, Propylene glycol & Glycerol | |
Active Components (Est.) | ||
Material | Cat 1 Crocus Sativus Stigma Solution 1:5 W/V | Crocin 40mg/ml |
UV-Vis ISO 3632-2 (Min. est.) | Crocin +3500 AU% | Picrocrocin +1750 AU% |
Active Components (Actual) | ||
Material | Cat 1 Crocus Sativus Extract w/v 4.6gr/ 8ml | Dry Weight Ratio |
UV-Vis ISO 3632-2 (Max) | Crocin 20294 AU% | Picrocrocin 14879 AU% |
HPLC DAD | Crocin 71.7 mg/ml | Picorocin 35mg/ml est. |
Crocus Sativus Extract 2ml
UV-Vis
Spectrophotometry (UV-Vis) is used to assess the main constituents of saffron—crocin, picrocrocin, and safranal—following ISO 3632-2 standards. The method measures the absorbance of saffron extract at specific wavelengths: 440 nm for crocin (color intensity), 257 nm for picrocrocin (bitterness), and 330 nm for safranal (aroma). These absorbance values indicate the concentration and quality of each component.
This standardized approach ensures consistency in quality assessment, allowing saffron to be graded and compared globally. It also helps detect adulteration and guarantees that the product meets established purity and potency benchmarks.
nm | [email protected] | [email protected] | [email protected] | Au% 0.5gr | Au% 0.25gr | Au% 0.125gr | |
Crocin | 440 | 0.225525 | 0.507361 | 0.066143 | 4511 | 20294 | 5291 |
Safranal | 330 | 0.047934 | 0.35052 | 0.016224 | 959 | 14021 | 1298 |
Picocrocin | 257 | 0.107619 | 0.371963 | 0.030188 | 2152 | 14879 | 2415 |
Crocin | Picocrocin | Safranal | |
Cathegory I | 200 | Min 70 | 20-50 |
Cathegory II | 170 | Min 55 | 20-50 |
Cathegory III | 120 | Min 40 | 20-50 |
HPLC-DAD
HPLC-DAD (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography with Diode-Array Detection) is a precise method for analyzing Crocus sativus (Saffron) extract. It identifies Crocin, the primary bioactive compound, by its unique spectral fingerprint and separates it from impurities or adulterants, ensuring authenticity. Simultaneously, it quantifies the Crocin concentration, providing buyers with a clear measure of purity and value. While minor discrepancies between labs can occur due to variations in equipment calibration or sample preparation, these differences are typically negligible.
Coloring Strength (Crocin)
This visual demonstration showcases the impressive potency of Crocus sativus extract. With less than 500 ml, this concentrated extract can give a vibrant color to up to 10,000 liters of clear liquids, such as spirits or water.
The remarkable coloring ability highlights its effectiveness and worth, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in the food and beverage industries. This test not only demonstrates the extract’s natural intensity but also emphasizes its cost-effectiveness, as even a small quantity can produce significant results without sacrificing quality or purity.
Who We Are
We are a dedicated initiative commissioned and funded by a renowned foodstuff manufacturing company, established nearly a decade ago to explore and produce high-quality herbal extracts. After extensive research into various botanical extracts and their bioactive components, we identified Crocus sativus extract as our flagship product. This breakthrough marks the beginning of a line of market-worthy innovations designed to provide unique value to shareholders, clients, and end-users alike.
Our crocin concentrate is priced competitively, similar to the cost of dry stigmas in your local market. It offers a guaranteed concentration of +70mg/ml, certified by SUB/UT University through HPLC/Spectrophotometry, ensuring both authenticity and accurate crocin quantification. We provide the concentrate in bulk, allowing you to repackage it under your brand or adjust it as needed.
With over 80% of the world’s saffron stigmas sourced locally, we can access premium raw materials at competitive prices. Crocin, the key value driver of saffron, is typically limited to 300 mg per gram in the highest quality Category 1 saffron. While most market extracts provide only 1 mg/ml, we offer an industry-leading concentration of +70 mg/ml, as verified by analysis.
The project combines scientific precision and market-driven innovation to carve out a competitive herbal extract industry niche. We aim to meet the growing demand for effective, natural solutions by focusing on premium, bioactive compounds. With Crocus sativus as our cornerstone, we are poised to deliver sustainable growth and unparalleled benefits across the value chain.
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