What is Acerola Extract 20:1?
Acerola Extract 20:1 is a standardized herbal extract (20:1). It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Features
- Part used: Fruit
- Standardization: 20:1
- Solubility: Water-soluble
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0 % |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative in 10 g |
| Salmonella | Negative in 25 g |
What is Acerola Extract 20:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Acerola Extract 20:1 used for? Acerola is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements as a high natural source of Vitamin C for immune and antioxidant support, due to its content of Natural Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), anthocyanins, carotenoids, and flavonoids. With its standardized 20:1 content, it provides a consistent ingredient source in formulations such as powder, capsule, tablet, chewable tablet, and extract.
Benefits and Main Uses of Acerola Extract 20:1
- Natural source of Vitamin C: Acerola fruit contains approximately 1500–4500 mg of Vitamin C per 100 g; this is 50–100 times that of oranges and is used as a natural alternative to synthetic ascorbic acid.
- Immune support: The high Vitamin C content it provides contributes to supporting the body's normal immune function.
- Antioxidant protection: In addition to Vitamin C, it supports the fight against oxidative stress with compounds such as anthocyanins, carotenoids, and flavonoids.
- Skin and collagen support: Since Vitamin C is a necessary cofactor for collagen synthesis, it indirectly contributes to skin health.
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Acerola contains extremely concentrated natural Vitamin C; Vitamin C acts as a water-soluble antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals and is essential for the normal functioning of immune cells and collagen production.
Forms of Use (Tablet, Capsule, Powder)
The powder form can be used in tablet, capsule, powder mix/sachet, and (being water-soluble) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive List of Plants Check
Acerola Extract 20:1 is included among the permitted (positive) plants under the Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part: Fruit.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the Restricted Substances List for Dietary Supplements, a daily usage limit of 500mg/day applies to this component/extract.
Storage, Shelf Life, and Re-test
Store in a cool, dry, and protected from light environment. The recommended re-test period is generally 3 years; it varies by manufacturer. The CoA document of the relevant batch shall be taken as the basis for the exact date.
Technical Documents and Supply — Asuka Kimya
You can contact Asuka Kimya for SDS, TDS, CoA, and supply conditions for Acerola Extract 20:1.
References
The usage information on this page is compiled from official herbal monographs and scientific literature (e.g., EMA/HMPC, NIH/NCCIH, Cochrane, EFSA). The product is a dietary supplement raw material and does not claim to diagnose or treat any disease.