Premium Butterfly Pea Flower Powder – Natural Blue Pigment & Antioxidant Ingredient

Hunan Clover Origins Biotech Co., Ltd. is a top quality Butterfly Pea Flower Powder producer with over 25 years expertise in botanical extracts, and a yearly capacity to produce more than 5,000 tonnes. Our powder is standardized to a high level of anthocyanins (Ternatins), produced in GMP certified facilities and rigorously tested for purity, color stability and microbiological safety.

With our FDA registration, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, HACCP, Kosher and Halal certifications, you can be confident of an ingredient that meets global regulatory standards. We offer flexible MOQ, fast sample delivery in 7 working days and customized formulation services. Whenever you are developing bright beverages or natural health care items, our product provides consistent quality, stunning blue hues and reliable performance.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Botanical Source	Clitoria ternatea
Common Names	Blue Butterfly Flower Powder, Natural Blue Color Powder
Active Ingredients	Anthocyanins (Ternatins)
Appearance	Deep blue fine powder
Particle Size	80–200 mesh
Moisture Content	≤5%
Ash Content	≤5%
Solubility	100% water-soluble, no sedimentation
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm (Pb, As, Cd, Hg via ICP-MS)
Microbiological Standards	Total Plate Count <1,000 CFU/g; Yeast & Mold <100 CFU/g; Negative for E. coli, Salmonella
Certifications	FDA, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, HACCP, Kosher, Halal, Non-GMO
Shelf Life	24 months under proper storage conditions

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Unique Properties & Technical Advantages

Our powder contains large amounts of Ternatins, a rare category of acylated anthocyanins, which are exceptionally stable compared to other plant colors. You get better thermostability – keeping the color integrity at temperatures above 100°C – making it suitable for pasteurisation, hot-fill beverages and baking applications.

The pigment shows extraordinary pH-sensitive chromicity. At neutral pH (6.0-7.0) it exhibits a bright royal blue. In acidic media (pH <4.0), it is seen as a brilliant purple or magenta color. Under alkaline conditions (pH >8.0), it turns green, offering you significant visual engineering potential for novel product development.

It has a neutral to slightly earthy flavor profile that will not compete with your sophisticated organoleptic formulations. The small particle size (80-200 mesh) provides optimum dispersibility and clarity in clear beverage applications confirmed by nephelometric turbidity testing.

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Diverse Application Fields

Food and Beverage Applications

Our powder can be used for fun, interactive consumer experiences in color-changing teas, lemonades, cocktails, lattes, and sports beverages. It works great for ice cream, puddings, yogurts, candies and frozen delights with natural coloring and no synthetic additives.

It is used by bakers and pastry chefs in frostings, cakes, cookies and artistic pastries. Savoury uses include colored rice dishes (e.g., pulut tai tai), artisan pasta, and gourmet nibbles. It's used in liquid coffee creamers (dairy and non-dairy) and functional waters by plant-based beverage makers.

Cosmetic & Personal Care Applications

Butterfly Pea Flower Powder provides hydration, anti-aging benefits from collagen and elastin support, and helps minimize redness in skin care formulas. You'll find it included by haircare companies to enhance scalp health and hair growth. Bath product producers are creating calming blue bathwater experiences with increased sensory appeal and anticipated wellness advantages.

Rigorous Quality Control & Testing Protocols

Our ingredient is responsibly sourced through a multi-stage inspection methodology. We measure anthocyanin concentration by HPLC to assure uniformity of strength between batches. Microbiological Screening: Total Plate Count, Yeast/Mold, E. coli and Salmonella testing according to strict international standards.

Compliance with Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, and Mercury limits as required by FDA, EU and Chinese legislation is assured by heavy metal analysis using ICP-MS. We perform testing for solvent residues so that no ethanol or extraction solvents are present, which is important for clean-label positioning.

HPTLC fingerprinting is used to identify and check the purity, confirming the botanical origin and excluding adulteration with cheaper anthocyanin sources like grape skin. Accelerated shelf-life testing monitors the oxidation and color degradation rates from exposure to UV light, so you can be confident in the long-term stability of your completed goods.

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Customization & Flexible Order Support

We recognize that each formulation has its own particular requirements. Our skilled R&D team provides customized ingredient specifications, unique compound formulation and premix creation services. From specified particle size and standardized anthocyanin levels to unique blends, we have answers for your product goals.

You benefit from adjustable Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ) which make it easier to sample new goods without unnecessary inventory obligations. We offer 2-3 day shipping on all standard goods. Custom production takes 5-10 days, with dedicated project management and real-time order tracking along the process.

Free samples are available for your evaluation. Our technical team answers any questions within 1 hour and delivers full documentation including Certificates of Analysis, allergen declarations and regulatory compliance files within 12 hours.

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Partner with a Trusted Supplier

Selecting Clover Origins means partnering with a company dedicated to quality, innovation and long-term relationships. With three state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, we can provide reliable supply even during peak demand seasons, with an annual production capacity of over 5,000 tonnes. We maintain inventory planning and responsive production scheduling to meet your changing needs.

We ensure international delivery thanks to global logistics know-how and agreements with DHL, FedEx, UPS and TNT. We offer full client service, including pre-sales consultation and free samples, in-sales order tracking, and after-sales support including customs clearing assistance and 24/7 customer care.

We are not only an ingredient provider. We are your technical and supply chain partner, dedicated to helping your business flourish through reliable products, consistent quality and ongoing innovation.

FAQ

: What makes your product different from your competitors?

A: Our powder is produced in GMP conditions with complete process traceability and certified by FDA, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000 and Halal/Kosher. We guarantee standardized anthocyanin content, high thermostability and extensive third-party testing by Eurofins, SGS and Alkemist Labs.

Q: Can I use this powder in acid beverages?

A: Yes, it functions quite well in acid formulations. The pH-sensitive anthocyanins at pH < 4.0 change to brilliant purple and magenta colors, resulting in eye-catching color-changing effects that are highly desired by the market for lemonades, kombucha and functional beverages.

Q: What are the shelf life and storage recommendations?

A: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Shelf life is 24 months. Keep temperatures below 25°C and relative humidity below 60% to retain color brilliance and anthocyanin potency.

Q: Is this ingredient acceptable for clean-label and organic formulations?

A: Yes. Our powder is 100% Natural, Non-GMO and free from synthetic ingredients, solvents and artificial colors. If needed, we can deliver organic certified batches to suit your clean label and transparency goals.

Q: What paperwork do you provide to ensure regulatory compliance?

A: We offer full documentation including Certificates of Analysis, MSDS, allergen statements, heavy metal reports, pesticide residue analysis, microbiological test findings and Halal/Kosher certificates. All documents comply with US, EU and Chinese regulatory requirements.

Q: Can you assist with product development and formulation trials?

A: Yes, our experienced R&D team provides formulation consultation, pilot-scale trial support, and analytical testing. Sample development is completed in 7 working days and we continue to provide technical support through your product launch.

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Contact Us Today

Ready to experience premium Butterfly Pea Flower Powder that meets your highest standards? Reach out to our team for samples, technical documentation, or custom formulation inquiries.

Email: info@cloverorigins.com