Description

Malvidin is a naturally occurring anthocyanidin, a type of plant pigment responsible for the deep red, blue, and purple colors in many fruits and flowers. This compound is valued for its potent antioxidant properties and its role as a key colorant and bioactive marker. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries for use as a natural colorant, a functional food ingredient, and in research applications for studying plant biochemistry and health benefits.

Application

• Natural Food & Beverage Colorant: Used to impart stable red-to-blue hues in juices, wines, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into capsules and powders for its well-documented antioxidant and potential health-promoting activities.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Employed as a natural coloring agent in lipsticks, creams, and other formulations seeking bioactive plant extracts.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a reference standard and active ingredient in studies focusing on inflammation, metabolic health, and oxidative stress.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods to quantify anthocyanins in plant materials and products.
• Plant Biochemistry & Agriculture: Applied in research to understand pigment biosynthesis, plant physiology, and to develop cultivars with enhanced nutritional profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Malvidin
CAS No.	10463-84-0
Molecular Formula	C17H15O7+ (commonly referred to as the chloride salt, C17H15O7Cl)
Molecular Weight	331.29 g/mol (Free base cation)
Synonyms	Malvidin chloride; 3,5,7-Trihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-1-benzopyrylium chloride; Malvidinidin; Oenidin; Primulin chloride; 3',5'-Dimethylcyanidin; 3,5,7-Trihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)chromenylium chloride
EINECS	233-949-1

Quality Control

Our Malvidin is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications typically meeting or exceeding research and food-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or under inert atmosphere for long-term stability, as the compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple powder
Identification (HPLC/UV)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0% - 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in methanol, ethanol; sparingly soluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.