Cola nitida extract

Cola nitida extract (CAS 84696-01-5) is a botanical extract derived from the kola nut, a caffeine-containing seed native to West Africa.

Where is Cola nitida extract used?

• Beverages: natural flavoring agent giving the bitter, slightly astringent cola taste profile in carbonated soft drinks, energy drinks and functional beverages
• Confectionery: cola-flavored candies and chewing gums
• Lozenges: kola taste without synthetic alternatives
• Personal care: active botanical in scalp tonics and hair care
• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical oral preparations and dietary supplements target energy support positioning
• It is evaluated against USP or FCC standards depending on regional regulatory requirements.

Good to know: Standardisation is typically expressed against caffeine content. Buyers should confirm extraction solvent, carrier composition and standardisation ratio; Ph. Eur. or BP criteria may be needed for pharmaceutical applications.

Commercial specifications

• Standardisation typically expressed against caffeine content
• Buyers should confirm extraction solvent, carrier composition and standardisation ratio
• Ph. Eur. or BP criteria may be necessary for pharmaceutical applications
• Store in cool, dry conditions to maintain potency of active alkaloids and sensory profile