Organic Piper longum Extract
Piper longum (Fruit)
Premium organic long pepper extract standardized for piperine content
Organic Piper longum Extract, derived from organically cultivated long pepper fruits, is a potent bioavailability enhancer standardized to contain 1% piperine. Our extract is processed using certified organic methods that preserve the fruit's natural bioactive compounds. Available in powder and granule forms, this versatile ingredient enhances the absorption of nutrients and botanical actives in supplement formulations. The gentle extraction process uses organic-compliant solvents, ensuring both efficacy and adherence to organic standards for use in premium nutraceuticals, Ayurvedic formulations, and digestive health products.
Key Features
- Natural bioavailability enhancer for nutrients and botanicals
- Supports healthy digestion and nutrient absorption
- Promotes gastrointestinal wellness
- Provides thermogenic properties for metabolism support
- Works synergistically with other botanical extracts
Applications
- Bioavailability enhancement in supplements
- Digestive health formulations
- Ayurvedic blends
- Metabolism support products
- Functional food applications
Specifications
Research & Studies
Piper longum extract has been studied extensively for its bioavailability-enhancing properties, with research showing its ability to increase absorption of various nutrients and botanical compounds. Studies indicate it may enhance absorption by up to 30–200% for certain substances, making it valuable in formulations with poorly absorbed ingredients.
Our Process
How We Make It
Production Process
Our Organic Piper longum Extract is produced using certified organic fruits harvested at optimal ripeness. After rigorous quality inspection, the fruits undergo gentle cleaning followed by our specialized extraction process that maximizes piperine retention while meeting all organic processing standards. Our state-of-the-art facility uses temperature-controlled extraction to preserve heat-sensitive compounds, followed by multiple filtration steps before careful drying and standardization to precise piperine concentrations.
Packaging Options
Star Hi Herbs provides Organic Piper longum Extract in various packaging options designed to preserve potency. Our standard packaging includes 20kg fiber drums with food-grade polyethylene liners to protect the extract from moisture and oxidation. For smaller quantities, we offer 1kg and 5kg aluminum foil bags with nitrogen flushing. All packaging materials comply with organic regulations and are designed to maintain product stability during shipping and storage. Custom packaging solutions are available upon request.
Manufacturing Facility
Our dedicated organic processing facility features specialized equipment for processing high-piperine botanicals like Piper longum. The facility operates under strict organic protocols alongside GMP conditions, with designated areas for organic materials to prevent cross-contamination. We maintain rigorous cleaning validation protocols between production runs and conduct regular environmental monitoring to ensure organic integrity throughout the production process.
Certifications
Star Hi Herbs maintains comprehensive organic certifications including USDA Organic and EU Organic standards for our Piper longum Extract. Our facility and processes are additionally certified by FSSC 22000 for food safety management and ISO 9001:2015 for quality management systems. We undergo regular audits by certification bodies and maintain detailed documentation of our organic processing methods. These certifications reflect our commitment to authentic organic ingredients and quality assurance.
Our Certifications
Events & Exhibitions
Star Hi Herbs regularly showcases our organic botanical extracts, including Piper longum, at major natural product exhibitions worldwide. We participate in specialized Ayurvedic and bioavailability-focused symposiums in addition to major trade shows like Vitafoods Europe and Supply Side West. Our technical experts present educational sessions on bioavailability enhancement strategies using organic botanicals at these events, helping formulators understand optimal applications for our Piper longum extract.
Supplier Guidelines
Sourcing Recommendations
Supplier Information
When sourcing this product, we recommend the following considerations:
- Verify organic certification and traceability documentation
- Ensure consistent standardization of piperine content
- Check testing protocols for pesticide residue and microbial contaminants
- Evaluate sustainability of organic farming practices
- Request technical data on bioavailability enhancement properties
- Assess stability in various formulation environments
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Documentation
Technical Documents
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