Sambucus nigra extract

Sambucus nigra extract (CAS 84603-58-7), commonly sourced from elderberry and elderflower, is a botanical extract used across food, cosmetic, and nutraceutical manufacturing. With FEMA 2406 designation, it functions as a natural flavoring agent and antioxidant in finished product formulations.

In food and beverage production, it delivers characteristic elderberry or elderflower flavor profiles to juices, cordials, confectionery, and functional drinks. Nutraceutical manufacturers incorporate it into dietary supplements such as capsules, gummies, and syrups.

Its antioxidant activity supports product positioning in immune health categories. In personal care, it is used in skin-care formulations such as serums and creams where botanical antioxidant content is a label-relevant ingredient claim.

Flavor houses also use it as a natural flavoring component in alcoholic beverages and culinary products requiring authentic elderflower or elderberry character. This versatile extract is available as a liquid extract, dry powder, and spray-dried concentrate.

Standardization is typically based on anthocyanin or polyphenol content to ensure consistency. Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are the most commonly supplied, with some producers offering material aligned to FCC standards.

Packaging ranges from small drums for formulators to bulk quantities for industrial buyers. This ensures that the extract meets the logistical needs of various manufacturing scales while maintaining the integrity of the botanical compounds.