Black pepper extract is extracted from the unripe fruits of Piper nigrum L. The fruits are dried and crushed first, then purified through ethanol reflux extraction, supercritical CO₂ extraction and other processes to obtain piperine, its active ingredient. The best-selling specifications are 95% and 98%.
| Items | Specification | Result |
| Piperine | 95% | 95.22% |
| Organoleptic | ||
| Appearance | Fine Powder | Conforms |
| Color | Off-white | Conforms |
| Odor | Characteristic | Conforms |
| Taste | Characteristic | Conforms |
| Drying Method | Vacuum drying | Conforms |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Particle Size | NLT 100% Through 80 mesh | Conforms |
| Loss on Drying | <=12.0% | Conforms |
| Ash (Sulphated Ash) | <=0.5% | 0.16% |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm | Conforms |
| Microbiological Tests | ||
| Total Plate Count | ≤10000cfu/g | Conforms |
| Total Yeast & Mold | ≤1000cfu/g | Conforms |
| E.Coli | Negative | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
| Staphylococcus | Negative | Negative |
Black pepper extract can be formulated together with curcumin. It is also applicable in formulas for joint care and anti-inflammatory relief.
It serves as a natural flavor enhancer for food, raw material for functional food, as well as an antioxidant and preservative in instant food and meat products.
Black pepper extract is incorporated into soothing massage essential oils, heat patches and body relief ointments. It eases muscle soreness by boosting blood circulation and generating a warming sensation.
| Weight | Packing method |
| 1kg | bag/kg, box outside (double plastic bag + Aluminum foil bag inside) |
| 10kgs, 25kg or more | by Drums or carton (2 layers plastic bag inside) |
| Weight | Delivery method | Delivery time | Destination |
| 1kg-25kgs | EMS, DHL, UPS, Fedex | 3-7 days | Door to door |
| 25kgs-100kgs | DHL, FedEx, by Air | 3-7 days | Door to door (to Airport by Air) |
| more than 100kgs | by Air | 3-7 days | Door to Airport |
| by Sea | 10-35 days | Door to port |
Q1: What is the main active ingredient in black pepper extract?
A: The primary active ingredient in black pepper extract is piperine, an alkaloid responsible for the black pepper's pungency and bio-enhancing properties.
Q2: What specifications of piperine do you offer?
A: We provide high-purity black pepper extract with standard specifications of 95% and 98% piperine content, processed via refined extraction methods.
Q3: Why is black pepper extract often formulated with curcumin?
A: Piperine significantly enhances the absorption and bioavailability of curcumin (from turmeric) in the human body, making their combination highly popular in dietary supplements.
Q4: How does black pepper extract benefit topical cosmetic products?
A: When applied externally in ointments or massage oils, it helps boost local blood circulation and creates a warming sensation that relieves muscle soreness and tension.
Q5: What are the packaging options for bulk orders?
A: For bulk quantities (10kg, 25kg, or more), we package the extract in durable drums or cartons containing double-layer protective plastic bags inside.
Q6: What is the lead time and delivery method for international shipping?
A: We offer express courier (EMS, DHL, FedEx, UPS) with a 3-7 day delivery time for smaller batches. For larger shipments over 100kgs, both air freight (3-7 days) and sea freight (10-35 days) are available depending on your destination.