Sourcing specifications for Witch Hazel CO2 Extract
Produced from leaves and bark of Hamamelis virginiana L. via supercritical CO2 extraction, the oily mass contains tannins, essential oil, flavonoids and polyunsaturated fatty acids. CO2 Extracts Wholesale arrives in 1 kg transport packaging from Ukraine. The material is fat-soluble with input levels between 0,01 and 2 percent in the active phase, suitable for cosmetic labs and supplement manufacturers seeking consistent botanical raw material.
Technical data and handling parameters
INCI reads Hanamelis virginiana. Best before date extends to December 2028 under clean dry storage conditions. Introduction temperature must stay below 40 °C to preserve volatile fractions, and the extract integrates only into lipid phases of emulsions or oil blends.
Formulation guidance for supplement and food producers
Manufacturers blend the ingredient at 0,5 percent into carrier oils for capsule production or functional drink premixes. Example: 97,5 percent MCT oil, 2 percent Witch Hazel CO2 Extract, 0,5 percent tocopherol. Mixing occurs at ambient temperature without additional heat.
Integration in cosmetic laboratory workflows
Laboratories add the extract to serums, body butters and scalp oils where it supports texture and sensory profile. Witch Hazel CO2 Extract 100 g serves as an ideal starting quantity for pilot batches before committing to larger volumes.
Global demand from supplement and confectionery sectors
Factories producing dietary supplements and food products purchase the raw material for inclusion in functional formulations and blends. Private formulators together with industrial buyers order both wholesale and retail quantities worldwide as a pure botanical component.
Stability and packaging recommendations
Sealed containers maintain integrity at temperatures up to 25 °C away from moisture. Extracts Wholesale options support continuous supply chains for high-volume operations.
Frequently asked questions
What packaging formats are available beyond 1 kg?
Smaller sizes start from 5 g while bulk options can be arranged upon request for industrial clients.
Does the extract require special emulsifiers?
No additional emulsifiers are needed when used within existing lipid systems.
Can it be combined with other botanical extracts?
Yes, within the same oil phase without chemical interactions reported.
Is light exposure a concern during storage?
Direct light should be avoided to prevent gradual degradation of sensitive compounds.