Mulberry extract
What is Mulberry extract?
Mulberry extract (CAS 90064-11-2), also marketed as Mulberry Leaf Extract and sourced from Morus nigra, is a botanical extract standardized for bioactive compounds including anthocyanins and flavonoids.
Where is Mulberry extract used?
- Food and beverage: natural antioxidant and flavoring agent
- Functional food and beverage formulations: natural color and mild fruit flavor
- Juices, confectionery and dietary supplements: antioxidant activity
- Nutraceuticals: standardized mulberry leaf extract in capsule and tablet formats targeting metabolic health
- Personal care: skin-brightening serums, creams and toners
- Cosmetics: antioxidant profile supports anti-aging and complexion-evening claims
- Pharmaceutical and healthcare formulators source it as a botanical active in standardized herbal preparations and combination extracts.
Commercial specifications
- Standardization levels are typically expressed as a percentage of anthocyanins or total polyphenols to ensure consistent quality.
- Organic-certified material is available from select suppliers for clean-label and natural product formulations.
Other Names (Synonyms)
Mulberry, Morus nigra, ext.|MULBERRY LEAF EXTRACT