Phytosterol

Phytosterol (CAS 949109-75-5), also known commercially as beta-sitosterol, is a plant-derived sterol concentrate used across food, pharmaceutical, and personal care manufacturing.

It functions primarily as a cholesterol-reducing agent in functional food applications and as an active ingredient in nutraceutical and cosmetic formulations for global industrial clients.

In functional foods and dietary supplements, it is incorporated into spreads, dairy alternatives, and fortified beverages to deliver clinically recognized cholesterol-management benefits.

Pharmaceutical manufacturers use it as an active or excipient component in capsules and softgels targeting cardiovascular health positioning within the USP quality framework.

In personal care, it acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and anti-aging formulations, where its plant origin supports clean-label and natural product claims.

Feed and agricultural applications include its use as a growth-promoting additive in animal nutrition, particularly in aquaculture and poultry feed sectors for improved performance.

The product is supplied as a white to off-white powder or in flake form, with purity levels typically ranging from 90% to 99% total sterols for diverse manufacturing needs.

Standard grades include food-grade and FCC compliant specifications to meet regulatory requirements. Bulk supply is available for industrial formulators and R&D purposes.