Red Yeast Rice Extract
Red yeast rice extract as a red-brown powder, standardized to Monacolin K at 2%.
Technical specification
- Specification
- Monacolin K 2%
- Molecular formula
- C24H36O5
- Molecular weight
- 404.5396
- Form
- Powder
- Grade
- Food grade
- Lead time
- Within 3 working days
- Payment terms
- T/T
- Annual capacity
- 800 tons
- Certifications
- ISO, HALAL, KOSHER etc.
- Active ingredient
- Monacolin K
Quality parameters (COA)
| ITEM | RESULT | STANDARD |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Confirm | Red brown to Deep red color |
| Total Monacolin-K | 2.12% | â¥2.0% |
| Acid Form | 0.24% | — |
| Lactone Form | 1.88% | — |
| Moisture | 4.12% | â¤8.0% |
| Ash | Confirm | â¤5.0% |
| Density | Confirm | 0.50-0.70g/ml |
| Mesh | Confirm | 100%pass 80mesh |
| Heavy metal | â¤2ppm | As |
| Cd | Confirm | â¤1ppm |
| Pb | Confirm | â¤3ppm |
| Hg | Confirm | â¤0.1ppm |
| Total Bacteria Count cfu/g | — | â¤1000 |
| Coliform cfu/g | — | Negative |
| Yeast and Mold cfu/g | — | â¤100 |
| E.Coli | — | Negative |
| Salmonella (25g) | — | Negative |
| Aflatoxin | Confirm | â¤5ppb |
| Citrinin | Confirm | â¤50ppb |
| Gluten | Confirm | â¤5ppm |
| BAP | Confirm | â¤10ppb |
| PAHS | Confirm | â¤50ppb |
Description
Red Yeast Rice Extract is a red-brown to deep red powder derived from red yeast rice. This product of rice fermentation using Monascus purpureus yeast contains a range of compounds, including Monacolin K. The product is standardized to a total Monacolin K content of 2%, with specified forms: acid form 0.24% and lactone form 1.88%. The extract adheres to stringent quality standards, including low moisture content (≤8.0%), ash (≤5.0%), and the absence of heavy metals, aflatoxins, and citrinin. Its fine particle size (100% pass 80 mesh) ensures good solubility and dispersibility in various matrices. For purchasers, detailed specifications on purity and safety, along with ISO, HALAL, KOSHER certifications, are critical.
Applications
Applied in the production of dietary supplements and functional foods. Used in formulations requiring standardized Monacolin K content.
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