Description

Delphinidin is a natural anthocyanidin pigment responsible for the vibrant blue, purple, and red hues in many fruits and flowers. This compound is of significant commercial interest due to its potent antioxidant properties and its role as a natural colorant. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and food & beverage industries for applications ranging from dietary supplements to natural dyes and functional ingredients.

Application

• Natural Food Colorant: Used to impart stable blue, purple, and red shades to beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and other food items.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into formulations for its well-researched antioxidant and potential anti-inflammatory benefits.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Serves as a natural pigment in lipsticks, eyeshadows, and other color cosmetics, and as an active ingredient in skincare for its antioxidant properties.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized as a reference standard or an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in research and development.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in laboratory studies to investigate its biological activities, including cell signaling and gene expression.
• Functional Beverages: Added to health drinks and smoothies for both its coloring and purported health-promoting effects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Delphinidin
CAS No.	26984-07-6
Molecular Formula	C15H11O7Cl
Molecular Weight	338.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Delphinidin chloride; 3,3',4',5,5',7-Hexahydroxyflavylium chloride; 3,5,7-Trihydroxy-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)-1-benzopyrylium chloride; CI Natural Red 12; Delphinidin ion; Delphinidol; Delphinidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Delphinidin is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a low-humidity environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple powder
Identification (HPLC/UV)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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