Annato seed Extract
Annato seed Extract
About Annato seed Extract
Annato seed Extract is sourced from Bixa Orellana. It is offered standardized for Bixin 95% and nor-bixin 40%, CAS 89957-43-7. Traditional and industrial applications include anti-inflammatory agent, antioxidant activity, anticancer potential, cardiovascular protection.
Uses
- Anti-inflammatory Agent
- Antioxidant Activity
- Anticancer Potential
- Cardiovascular Protection
- Antinociceptive
- Neuroprotective Effects
- Antidiabetic & Metabolic Benefits
- Antimicrobial Action
- Applications in Medicine and Cosmetics
- Cosmetic Formulations
- Food Industry Applications
- Annatto Extract (Colorant)
- Natural Preservative
- Advanced Drug Delivery Systems
Benefits
- Anti-inflammatory Agent
- Antioxidant Activity
- Anticancer Potential
- Cardiovascular Protection
- Antinociceptive
- Neuroprotective Effects
- Antidiabetic & Metabolic Benefits
- Antimicrobial Action
- Applications in Medicine and Cosmetics: Bixin-loaded nanofiber scaffolds have been developed to promote skin regeneration and wound healing, particularly for chronic diabetic wounds.
- Topical application of bixin acts as a natural sun protectant against solar UV-induced damage, preventing oxidative DNA damage and acting as an anti-aging agent.
- Norbixin has been studied for its ability to protect retinal cells from aging-related degradation (AMD).
- Used in antimicrobial photodynamic therapy as part of caries removal formulations.
- Cosmetic Formulations: Due to its antioxidant and coloring properties, it is used in lotions, soaps, shampoos, and lipstick ("lipstick tree").
- Food Industry Applications
- Annatto Extract (Colorant): Used globally to impart yellow-to-orange-red color to dairy products (cheese, butter), margarine, baked goods, snacks, and seasonings.
- Natural Preservative: Bixin is used to extend the shelf life of lipid-based products, such as in processed meat to replace nitrite.
- Advanced Drug Delivery Systems: Due to stability and solubility challenges, novel delivery systems like bixin-loaded nanoparticles, nanoemulsions, and liposomes are being developed. These increase the bioavailability and stability of bixin, enhancing its antioxidant and therapeutic effects.
Specifications
Botanical Source: Bixa Orellana
Offering Grade: Bixin 95% and nor-bixin 40%
Cas Number: 89957-43-7
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the botanical source of Annato seed Extract?
Annato seed Extract is sourced from Bixa Orellana.
What is the CAS number for Annato seed Extract?
Annato seed Extract carries CAS number 89957-43-7.
What grade is Annato seed Extract offered in?
Annato seed Extract is offered standardized for Bixin 95% and nor-bixin 40%.
What is Annato seed Extract used for?
Annato seed Extract is commonly used for Anti-inflammatory Agent.
What is a herbal extraction plant used for?
A herbal extraction plant is used to extract active compounds from botanical raw material through solvent extraction, producing standardized herbal extracts for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries.
Can the plant capacity be customized?
Yes, Sureka Life Sciences designs herbal extraction plants in capacities ranging from pilot scale to large industrial scale, based on your raw material and output requirements.
Is the equipment compliant with GMP standards?
Yes, all herbal extraction plants are engineered to comply with WHO-GMP, GMP, and relevant international quality standards for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing.
Do you provide installation and after-sales support?
Yes, we provide installation, commissioning, operator training, and after-sales technical support for all herbal extraction plants supplied.
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