High-purity monomers, natural pigments, and specialized bio-extracts produced under GMP-certified conditions with batch-level HPLC/UV analytical verification.
Chlorophyll, the essential photosynthetic pigment responsible for light harvesting in green plant tissue, has evolved from a basic natural food colorant into a high-demand biological monomer and bioactive ingredient across the global nutraceutical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and functional beverage industries. In the current global marketplace, China stands as the primary hub for commercial plant extract manufacturing, controlling over 70% of the worldwide bulk supply chain for chlorophyll derivatives, including oil-soluble natural chlorophyll, water-soluble Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (SCC), and specialized plant powder concentrates derived from alfalfa (Medicago sativa), mulberry leaf (Morus alba), and spinach leaves.
For international procurement managers, quality control (QC) directors, and brand formulation scientists, sourcing chlorophyll powder directly from premier Chinese manufacturers requires a sophisticated understanding of botanical raw material traceability, structural stability under thermal and oxidative stress, heavy metal limits, residual solvent limits, and compliance with strict international food additive standards (such as EU Food Additive Regulation E141 and US FDA 21 CFR 73.125). Enterprise buyers require more than price competition; they demand technical transparency, verified certificates of analysis (COA) per batch, and advanced processing capabilities such as supercritical CO2 extraction and spray-drying optimization.
| Derivative / Form | CAS Number | Key Active Marker / Specification | Solubility Profile | Primary Extraction Solvent | Main Industrial Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (SCC) | 11006-34-1 | Absorbance @ 405nm ≥ 560; Cu Content 4.0 - 6.0% | Complete Water Soluble | Food-Grade Ethanol & Copper Saponification | Dietary Liquid Drops, Oral Deodorants, Functional Beverages |
| Natural Oil-Soluble Chlorophyll | 1406-57-1 | Total Chlorophyll a/b ≥ 90% (HPLC) | Lipophilic (Oils, Organic Solvents) | Supercritical CO2 / Ethyl Acetate | Softgels, Skincare Formulations, Cosmeceutical Serums |
| Alfalfa Leaf Extract Powder | 84082-60-0 | Standardized Ratio 10:1 / 20:1 or Chlorophyll 1-5% | Water Dispersible | Hydro-ethanolic Extract | Superfood Green Blends, Wholefood Capsules |
| Mulberry Leaf Chlorophyll Powder | 91770-69-3 | Chlorophyll-a Content ≥ 95% Pure Monomer | Water & Ethanol Compatible | Enzymatic Assisted Solvent Extraction | Nutraceutical Formulations, Anti-glycation Supplements |
Utilizes supercritical carbon dioxide at controlled temperature and pressure to yield solvent-free oleoresins. Preserves heat-sensitive bio-actives while guaranteeing zero toxic solvent residue in finished oil-soluble chlorophyll extracts.
Precision chemical conversion replaces the central magnesium ion ($Mg^{2+}$) with copper ($Cu^{2+}$) under strict pH control, transforming unstable native chlorophyll into highly stable, light-resistant Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin.
High-resolution industrial column chromatography isolates pure botanical monomers up to 98% purity, eliminating unwanted plant waxes, lipophilic impurities, and heavy metal ions.
Operating a GMP-audited industrial facility since 2014, RAAG Biotech Co., Ltd. integrates raw herb cultivation bases with advanced plant extract manufacturing. Spanning custom extraction lines for standardized botanical extracts, pure monomer isolation, and CO2 supercritical oleoresins, RAAG Biotech supplies over 300 metric tons of bulk plant powders annually to over 40 countries worldwide. Every batch is supported by full traceability documentation, third-party laboratory verification (SGS/Eurofins), and audit-ready regulatory dossiers.
Get CatalogAs international regulatory scrutiny around natural colorants and dietary supplements heightens, procurement strategy among leading global buyers is shifting rapidly from spot-market buying to strategic long-term factory partnerships. Four distinct trends define the future of commercial chlorophyll powder sourcing:
Buyers require organic certifications (USDA Organic, EU Organic) and solvent-free processing verification. The elimination of chlorinated solvents (such as dichloromethane) during extraction has become mandatory for premium European and North American dietary supplement brands.
To overcome native chlorophyll’s sensitivity to light, stomach acid, and oxygen, manufacturers are investing heavily in micro-encapsulation and liposomal delivery systems. Liposomal chlorophyll and liposomal quercetin powders deliver up to 5x higher intestinal absorption and extended shelf stability.
Supply chain transparency is no longer optional. B2B buyers mandate full lot traceability back to the contracted planting base, requiring documentation of harvest date, geographic origin, pesticide control logs, and non-GMO agricultural certification.
Every commercial batch is delivered with a complete documentation package, including a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) with HPLC/UV spectroscopic assay testing, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Specification Sheet, Allergen Statement, Non-GMO Declaration, Process Flowchart, and third-party laboratory reports for heavy metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg), pesticide residues, and microbiological counts.
Our Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin undergoes precise molecular replacement where magnesium is substituted with copper under strict pH and thermal parameters. This process yields a highly stable metallo-porphyrin structure that resists degradation from ambient light and thermal processing during beverage pasteurization.
Standard production MOQ is 1 kg for standardized botanical extracts and plant powders, and 100 g for ultra-high purity monomers. We provide complimentary 10–20g testing samples complete with lot-specific COAs for laboratory assay verification and formulation stability testing prior to commercial contract sign-off.
Yes. Our engineering team provides custom particle size milling (from 80 mesh to 200 ultra-fine mesh), bulk density adjustment, moisture optimization, and carrier selection (such as organic maltodextrin, gum arabic, or rice starch) tailored to your specific encapsulation, tableting, or liquid dissolution machinery.
We strictly utilize food-grade ethanol and water extraction systems, or solvent-free Supercritical CO2 technology. All finished products undergo vacuum rotary evaporation and flash drying to reduce residual ethanol levels well below strict CP, USP, and EP pharmacopeia limits (< 5000 ppm, with custom grades < 50 ppm available).
We provide full audit support for corporate quality assurance teams, including on-site or virtual facility inspections, ISO9001/ISO22000 management system certificates, HALAL, KOSHER, and organic audit reports, enabling seamless vendor qualification and regulatory registration with FDA, EFSA, and local authorities.
Connect directly with our technical export desk to request batch COAs, pilot samples, custom specification matching, or volume-tier quotes. Receive comprehensive technical documentation within 24 business hours.