Description

Eggplant Extract is a natural botanical concentrate derived from the fruit of the *Solanum melongena* plant, standardized for its characteristic profile of bioactive compounds. This extract is valued for its potent antioxidant properties and serves as a key functional ingredient in health-promoting formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, and functional food and beverage industries seeking natural, plant-based actives.

Application

• Nutraceutical Formulations: Used in dietary supplements, capsules, and tablets for its antioxidant support and potential health benefits.
• Cosmetic & Skincare Products: Incorporated into anti-aging serums, creams, and lotions for its skin-protective and revitalizing properties.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Added to health drinks, smoothies, and fortified foods as a natural colorant and bioactive ingredient.
• Natural Colorants: Serves as a source of stable, natural pigments for food and cosmetic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a starting material for the isolation and purification of specific phytochemicals for further research and development.
• Agricultural & Animal Feed Additives: Explored for use in specialty animal nutrition and plant growth stimulants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Eggplant Extract
CAS No.	84012-19-1
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract; Aubergine Extract; Garden Egg Extract; Brinjal Extract; Melongena Extract; Eggplant (*Solanum melongena*) Fruit Extract; CAS 84012-19-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Eggplant Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for identity, purity, and bioactive content. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and microbiological limits. Our quality systems support compliance with relevant standards for nutraceutical and cosmetic ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Brownish Powder
Identification (HPLC/UV)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (Total Polyphenols)	≥ 40.0% (by UV-Vis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g

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