Watermelon extract

Watermelon extract (CAS 90244-99-8), also marketed as Citrullus lanatus extract, is a botanical-derived ingredient obtained from the fruit of the watermelon plant.

Where is Watermelon extract used?

• Food and beverage: flavoring confectionery, beverages and functional snacks
• Personal care: lip products, skin serums and hair care lines
• Flavor houses: building block in fresh or fruity fragrance compositions
• Nutraceutical and supplement manufacturers apply it in functional formulations where botanical fruit extracts are specified.

Good to know: Concentration levels and carrier systems vary by supplier, so buyers typically request technical data sheets before procurement; these confirm standardization and solubility characteristics for compatibility with the final product matrix.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications
• Natural and organic-certified options