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CNCSBIO Pure Red Yeast Rice Extract Powder: Premium Natural Colorant & Health Ingredient

Product Overview

CNCSBIO's Pure Red Yeast Rice Extract Powder is a versatile and potent ingredient that serves a dual purpose as a brilliant natural colorant and a beneficial health supplement. Sourced through the traditional fermentation of high-quality red rice with the yeast Monascus purpureus, our extract powder delivers a vibrant red hue and contains naturally occurring monacolins, particularly Monacolin K, known for supporting cardiovascular health.

As a leading manufacturer of premium food additives and ingredients like L-Theanine and Psyllium Husk Powder, CNCSBIO guarantees a product of exceptional purity, consistency, and performance. Our Red Yeast Rice Extract is ideal for food, beverage, and nutraceutical manufacturers aiming to meet the growing global demand for clean-label, plant-based, and functionally beneficial products.

Technical Specifications

Product Name: Pure Red Yeast Rice Extract Powder
Appearance: Fine red to deep reddish-purple powder
Active Components: Monacolins (Monacolin K specified as per requirement), Natural Pigments (Monascin, Ankaflavin, Rubropunctatin, Monascorubin)
Monacolin K Content: Standardized options available (e.g., 0.4%, 1.0%, 2.0%, 5.0%)
Loss on Drying: ≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals: < 10 ppm
Lead (Pb): < 3 ppm
Arsenic (As): < 2 ppm
Mercury (Hg): < 0.1 ppm
Total Plate Count: < 1000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: < 100 CFU/g
E. Coli: Negative
Salmonella: Negative
Solubility: Dispersible in water and soluble in ethanol

CNCSBIO Pure Red Yeast Rice Extract Powder - Fine Red Powder

Product Features & Advantages

Dual-Functionality: Color & Health

Unlike synthetic colorants, our extract provides a stable, natural red color while simultaneously offering health benefits associated with monacolins, primarily for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range.

100% Natural & Clean-Label

Derived from a traditional fermentation process, it is a perfect choice for products marketed as "all-natural," "no artificial colors," or "containing beneficial botanicals," aligning with current consumer trends.

Superior Color Stability

Exhibits excellent stability across a wide pH range and under moderate heat processing conditions, ensuring the vibrant color persists through shelf life in various applications.

Strict Quality & Purity Control

Our production process is meticulously controlled to minimize the presence of citrinin, a potential mycotoxin, ensuring our product meets the strictest international safety standards for this ingredient.

CNCSBIO Guarantee

We offer batch-to-batch consistency, transparent documentation, and technical support, making us a reliable partner for your food additives supply chain, just as we are for our Table Stevia Sweetener Powder and other products.

How To Incorporate Our Red Yeast Rice Extract Powder

Determine Application & Dosage: Identify whether the primary purpose is coloring, health benefits, or both. Calculate the required dosage based on the desired color intensity or monacolin content.
Pre-Dispersion (Recommended for dry mixes): For even distribution, pre-mix the powder with a larger quantity of a dry carrier ingredient (e.g., maltodextrin, starch) from your formula before adding it to the main batch.
Direct Incorporation: For liquid applications, it can be directly added to the water or solvent phase with vigorous stirring to ensure complete dispersion and dissolution.
Processing: Apply moderate heat if necessary, but avoid extreme temperatures for prolonged periods to preserve the stability of both the pigments and the monacolins.
Quality Check: Evaluate the final product for color uniformity and stability over time.

Application Scenarios

Functional Foods & Beverages: Used in health drinks, bars, and cereals to add a natural color and contribute to the product's functional health claims regarding heart health.
Meat & Fish Products: Imparts an appealing reddish-pink color to processed meats, sausages, and fish pastes, serving as a natural alternative to nitrites or synthetic red colors.
Dairy & Alternatives: Colors yogurts, ice creams, and flavored milks with a pleasant natural red hue.
Condiments & Sauces: Enhances the color and richness of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, tomato sauces, and vinegar, as mentioned in the original description.
Confectionery & Bakery: Ideal for coloring cookies, candies, fillings, and frostings, meeting parent's demands for safer, naturally colored snacks for children.
Nutraceutical Capsules & Tablets: Used as both an active ingredient and a natural colorant in dietary supplement formulations.

Benefits for Our Customers

Market Differentiation: Create unique products that stand out with dual benefits (color + health) and clear "Natural Color" or "Added Functional Benefits" labeling.
Consumer Trust: Meet the rising consumer preference for transparent, natural, and health-supporting ingredients, building brand loyalty.
Regulatory Compliance: Utilize a colorant with a strong regulatory standing in many markets (subject to regional regulations on monacolin content for health claims).
Simplified Sourcing: Rely on CNCSBIO as your single source for high-quality natural colorants and other key ingredients like Psyllium Husk Powder, ensuring consistency and streamlining your supply chain.

Certifications & Compliance

CNCSBIO's manufacturing facilities and processes adhere to the most rigorous international quality and safety protocols. Our Red Yeast Rice Extract is produced in compliance with:

ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems)
ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 (Food Safety Management Systems)
HACCP Principles
Kosher Certification (Available upon request)
Halal Certification (Available upon request)

We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every batch, detailing potency, microbiological purity, and heavy metal content, ensuring full transparency and compliance for our global B2B clients.

Customization Options

We offer flexible customization to perfectly align with your product's specific requirements:

Standardization: Various standardized levels of Monacolin K (e.g., 0.4%, 1.0%, 2.0%) to target specific health claims or coloring strength.
Blending: Custom pre-blends with other complementary ingredients, carriers, or even other natural colorants to create unique color profiles or functional mixes.
Particle Size: Different mesh sizes available to optimize solubility and dispersion for your specific application (e.g., beverages vs. baking).
Packaging: Tailored packaging solutions from 1kg bags to 25kg drums, designed to ensure product stability and ease of handling.

Production Process

Our quality is built into every step of our vertically controlled process:

Raw Material Selection: Sourcing of premium, non-GMO rice and pure Monascus purpureus yeast strains.
Fermentation: Controlled solid-state fermentation under optimal temperature and humidity conditions to promote the growth of the yeast and the production of monacolins and pigments.
Harvesting & Drying: The fermented red rice is carefully harvested and dried using methods that preserve the stability of the active compounds.
Extraction & Purification: Advanced extraction techniques are employed to concentrate the desired compounds. A critical purification step is included to minimize citrinin levels to undetectable or safe levels.
Spray Drying: The purified extract is converted into a fine, free-flowing powder using spray drying technology.
Quality Control: Every single batch undergoes rigorous in-house and third-party testing for identity, potency, microbiological contaminants, and heavy metals.
Packaging: The finished powder is packaged in moisture-resistant, food-grade packaging under a controlled environment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Red Yeast Rice Extract Powder?

It is a powder obtained by fermenting red rice with a specific type of yeast (Monascus purpureus). This process produces a substance rich in natural red pigments and compounds called monacolins, including Monacolin K.

What is it good for?

It serves two primary purposes: 1) As a natural colorant (food additive) to impart a red color to various food and beverage products. 2) As a dietary supplement ingredient to help support healthy cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range, thanks to the presence of monacolins.

Is it safe?

Yes, when produced by a reputable manufacturer like CNCSBIO that rigorously controls for impurities. The main safety concern historically has been the potential presence of citrinin, a mycotoxin. Our product is extensively tested to ensure citrinin levels are well below safety thresholds.

How is it different from synthetic red colorants?

It is entirely natural, derived from a food fermentation process, and carries additional potential health benefits. It aligns with the "clean-label" trend, which synthetic colors do not.

Can it be used in all countries?

Regulations regarding Red Yeast Rice Extract vary by country and region, particularly concerning its use for health claims versus as a colorant. It is approved for use in many markets, including the US, EU, and parts of Asia. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure compliance with local regulations. We provide all necessary documentation to support your compliance efforts.

What is the recommended usage level?

The usage level depends entirely on the application—whether for color or for functional benefits. For coloring, typical usage ranges from 0.1% to 0.5%. For functional supplement formulations, usage is based on achieving a specific daily dose of monacolins. Our technical team can provide specific guidance for your application.

Do you offer samples and what is the MOQ?

Yes, we provide samples for qualified businesses for evaluation purposes. Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) is flexible, especially for new clients. Please contact our sales team to discuss your needs.