phycocyanin powder

Phycocyanin Powder — Natural Blue Pigment Ingredient for Clean-Label Formulations

Phycocyanin powder is a water-soluble pigment-protein combination from Arthrospira platensis (Spirulina) that produces a bright sapphire blue that no synthetic substitutes can equal in clean-label applications. It is made with premium-grade spirulina, a natural colourant and bioactive nutraceutical ingredient that provides antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory support and immune-modulating capabilities in one input. ISO 9001, KOSHER and HALAL certified and furnished with HPLC validated purity reports with every batch. Standardised grades are from E6 to E40. Ready stock available. Shipment will be made in 2-3 working days upon order confirmation.

What Makes This Natural Blue Pigment Different?

Most natural blue choices that are available today, like as Gardenia Blue, actually come out grey or teal in real-world formulations and do not perform well. Phycocyanin gives a real, pure sapphire blue of extreme optical intensity.

It goes beyond colour and fills a vital void in the functional ingredient space. It’s one of the very few natural blue colourants recognised by the FDA, giving it a trusted choice for companies negotiating tightening worldwide rules around synthetic dyes like Brilliant Blue FCF (FD&C Blue No. 1).

It is unique in that it serves two purposes: it is a brilliant colourant and also a powerful antioxidant, able to seek both hydroxyl and superoxide radicals, all in the same chemical. This makes it extremely valuable for premium supplement, food and cosmetic formulations.

Product Specifications

Application Scenarios

Cold Beverages and Functional Drinks

This is where phycocyanin powder is amazing. Its quick and total dissolving is good for cold-press juices, smoothie bowls, instant powder mixes and functional RTD beverages. For low-pH formulations (less than 5.0) buffered bases or stabilised variations are recommended to avoid colour change.

Sweet Bakes & Confections

In the creation of gummies, it should be added at the cooling phase – below 50 °C – so as to maintain the colour intensity. In fact, high sugar concentrations in gummy and icing bases aid to stabilise the phycocyanin structure . It is effective in substituting fake blue lakes in panned sweets, cake frostings and coatings.

Personal Care & Cosmetics

Suitable for eye makeup, face masks and sensitive-skin formulations, it is non-comedogenic and does not discolour skin. This pigment provides a safe, non-toxic option when synthetic colourants packed with heavy metals are banned, and it also helps to alleviate oxidative stress on the skin barrier.

Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals

It can work as a multifunctional active for brands manufacturing immune health, antioxidant or cellular protection goods. E40 grade is particularly well suited to high concentration supplement applications where colour intensity and bioactivity need to be maximised.

Quality Assurance and Safety

All batches are evaluated for active content, colour value and purity by UV spectrophotometry and HPLC. During production, microbial limits and possible pollutants are monitored under a GMP-based management system.

We can provide third party HPLC testing reports upon request to fully document your regulatory submissions in EU, US or other international markets. ISO 9001, HALAL and KOSHER certifications enable cross-market conformity with no added qualification load for you.

Storage and Handling Guidelines

• Store in a cool, dry, dark place, suggested temperature below 25 °C
• Avoid breaking down the pigment by keeping it out of direct sunshine and moisture.
• Close with original package or airtight containers after opening.
• No high-temperature processing. Add below 50 degrees Celsius to keep colour integrity
• Shelf life: 24 months recommended under optimal storage conditions

Following these principles can help you maintain colour potency and bioactivity from manufacture to end-use formulation.

Storage and Packing & Delivery

Standard packing in 25kg drums with vacuum composite film inside bags. Higher grade or smaller volume orders can also be supplied in aluminium foil and nitrogen-filled packaging and light-resistant bottles.

OEM/ODM Service We provide customised labels, multi-language packaging and anti-counterfeiting solutions. Ready stock is shipped within 2-3 working days. Depending on your destination and order amount, you can choose among courier, air freight and ocean freight carriers.

Our Factory

Shaanxi New Things Biotech has a contemporary production base in Xi'an with supercritical fluid extraction systems, molecular distillation units and fully automated production lines. The production is supported by a specialised R&D Centre and Quality Control Centre to make sure that every batch is to specification before despatch.

A digital manufacturing management system provides full traceability from raw materials intake to processing, quality inspection and final delivery. This end-to-end visibility means you always know what you are getting, and from where.

Flexible production capacity from kilo-level R&D trial batches to large-scale commercial orders means your supply partner can grow with your business.

FAQ

Q: What grades of the product are available, and how do I choose?

A: Grades range from E6 to E40, representing increasing color value and concentration. E6–E10 are suitable for general food and beverage coloring. E18–E40 are preferred for high-performance cosmetic, nutraceutical, and concentrated supplement applications.

Q: How does it perform in low-pH beverages like citrus drinks?

A: Natural pigments can be sensitive to low pH. For formulations below pH 5.0, we recommend using a buffering base or requesting our pH-stabilized variants, along with our formulation guidelines to minimize color degradation.

Q: Will it dissolve completely without clumping or residue?

A: Yes. The powder is micronized using advanced processing, ensuring rapid, complete dissolution in water-based systems including dairy and beverages, with no sedimentation or visible residue.

Q: Can you guarantee year-round supply and stable pricing?

A: Stable agricultural sourcing and robust inventory management allow consistent supply across seasons, reducing your exposure to raw material price fluctuations and supply interruptions.

Q: What documentation is available to support regulatory submissions?

A: HPLC third-party testing reports, ISO 9001 certification, HALAL and KOSHER certificates are all available. Additional documentation can be arranged depending on your target market requirements.

Q: Is OEM or custom packaging available for smaller trial orders?

A: Yes. Custom packaging, labeling, and multilingual print are supported from trial batch quantities. Contact the team to discuss your specific requirements.

Get in Touch

Ready to source premium natural blue ingredients for your next formulation with phycocyanin powder? Contact us at newthingsbio@163.com — samples and technical documents available on request.