Bilberry extract is a natural component derived from the fruit of plants in the Vaccinium genus of the Ericaceae family. It is typically produced through freeze-drying or solvent extraction to maximize the preservation of its active compounds. Bilberry extract Powder appears as a deep purplish-red powder, rich in anthocyanins, flavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamins.
Bilberry itself is a traditional edible berry, and through modern extraction technology, the essence of the fruit is concentrated, making it easier to incorporate into various products while maintaining its natural properties and bioactivity.
The high anthocyanin content of bilberry extract which provides potent antioxidant capacity, effectively scavenging free radicals and delaying cellular oxidation. Research indicates that it helps maintain eye health, improving night vision, alleviating visual fatigue, and potentially reducing the risk of macular degeneration.
Additionally, it promotes microcirculation in capillaries, enhances vascular elasticity, exhibits anti-inflammatory effects, and offers potential benefits for blood sugar regulation and cognitive function. Its antioxidant properties also contribute to overall skin health.
| Bilberry Extract Technical Data Sheet | |
| Sense Index | |
| Appearance | Purple red powder |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic |
| Physical-chemical Index | |
| Anthocyandins (UV) | 25% Min |
| Particle Size | 98% pass 80 mesh |
| Loss on drying | 5% Max |
| Ash | 5% Max |
| Heavy metals | 10ppm Max |
| Lead | 2ppm Max |
| Arsenic | 1ppm Max |
| Mercury | 0.1ppm Max |
| Cadmium | 0.1ppm Max |
| Hygienic Index | |
| Total plate count | 1,000cfu/g Max |
| Mold & yeast | 100cfu/g Max |
| Enterobacteriae | 10cfu/g Max |
| E.Coli | Absent in 10g |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25g |