Hazel extract

Hazel extract (CAS 84012-21-5), derived from Corylus avellana, is a botanical ingredient used across food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical formulations. It delivers characteristic hazelnut flavor notes and provides antioxidant activity that supports product stability.

Buyers source it as a natural, plant-derived alternative to synthetic flavoring and stabilizing agents. In food and beverage manufacturing, it functions as a natural flavoring in confectionery, spreads, dairy products, and bakery applications.

This ingredient is essential where authentic hazelnut taste profiles are required. Fragrance and flavor houses incorporate it into compound flavors and aroma blends targeting premium or clean-label positioning in the global market.

In personal care, it is used in skin care formulations for its antioxidant properties, supporting shelf-life extension in emulsions and creams. Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers use it as a botanical active in herbal preparations.

Standardized herbal preparations and dietary supplement products often rely on this extract. It is supplied as a liquid extract, dry powder, or spray-dried form depending on the intended application and manufacturing requirements.

Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are the most commonly available, with standardization options based on active marker compounds. Solvent type and extraction ratio vary by supplier, making specification alignment a key step.

Quality control ensures compliance with industry benchmarks such as FCC or USP standards where applicable. Sourcing teams must verify these parameters to ensure the extract meets the specific needs of their final product formulations.