Description

Beet, Beta Vulgaris Rapacea, Ext. is a natural extract derived from the root of the sugar beet plant, identified by CAS No. 89957-88-0. This extract is valued for its rich content of bioactive compounds, including betalains, which provide potent antioxidant and coloring properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the food, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries seeking natural, functional ingredients for coloration, fortification, and health applications.

Application

• Natural Food Colorant: Used to impart a stable red-violet hue to beverages, dairy products, confectionery, and meat alternatives.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into capsules, tablets, and powders for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Added to health drinks, yogurts, and snack bars to enhance nutritional profiles.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Utilized in skincare formulations for its antioxidant benefits and as a natural colorant in lip balms and creams.
• Pharmaceutical Auxiliary: Serves as an excipient or active component in certain herbal and traditional medicine preparations.
• Animal Feed Additive: Employed as a natural pigment source in feed for poultry and aquaculture to improve product coloration.

Basic Information

Product Name	Beet, Beta Vulgaris Rapacea, Ext.
CAS No.	89957-88-0
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Natural Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable (Complex Mixture)
Synonyms	Beetroot Extract; Sugar Beet Extract; Beta vulgaris Extract; Beet Red; Betalain Extract; Natural Red 33; CI 75480; Vegetable Juice (for color).
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Beet Extract is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets specifications for key markers such as betalain content, color strength, and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, heavy metals, microbial limits, and solvent residues, supporting compliance with relevant standards for food and nutraceutical ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, prolonged exposure to light, heat, or air should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Deep red to violet powder
Identification (HPLC/UV-Vis)	Complies
Assay (Total Betalains)	≥ 0.5% - 4.0% (Customizable)
Color Value (at 535 nm)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Ash	≤ 10.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 10,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 CFU/g
Solvent Residues	Complies with ICH guidelines

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