{"product_id":"bulk-saffron-extract-powder","title":"Wholesome in bulk™ Saffron Extract Powder, Crocus sativus Stigma","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .lp-product-story,\n  .lp-product-story * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    --lp-green: #263d34;\n    --lp-green-soft: #eef3ef;\n    --lp-green-line: #d8e3dc;\n    --lp-gold: #aa8b55;\n    --lp-gold-text: #8a6c38;\n    --lp-cream: #faf8f3;\n    --lp-border: #e5e0d6;\n    --lp-text: #323834;\n    --lp-muted: #5f6762;\n    --lp-red: #b32727;\n    --lp-red-dark: #922020;\n    --lp-warn: #b9893e;\n    --lp-warn-bg: #fff8ec;\n    --lp-warn-line: #ecdcbc;\n    --lp-warn-text: #7a5a22;\n    --lp-radius: 6px;\n    --lp-gap: 20px;\n    --lp-pad: 56px;\n\n    \/* Type scale: five sizes only *\/\n    --lp-fs-xs: 13px;\n    --lp-fs-sm: 15px;\n    --lp-fs-md: 17px;\n    --lp-fs-h2: clamp(26px, 2.6vw, 34px);\n    --lp-fs-xl: clamp(30px, 3.6vw, 44px);\n\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: none;\n    margin: 36px 0 0;\n    color: var(--lp-text);\n    font-size: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    --lp-fs: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    line-height: 1.75;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3,\n  .lp-product-story p {\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3 {\n    text-wrap: balance;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    font-variant-numeric: lining-nums;\n  }\n\n  \/* Theme guard. 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20px 24px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap:before {\n      -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n      mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-button {\n      max-width: 100%;\n      min-height: 54px;\n      padding: 14px 20px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap .lp-bulk-notice {\n      margin-top: 24px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"lp-product-story\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWholesome in bulk™ Premium Ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBulk Saffron Extract for Supplement Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSaffron extract is a dry powder made from the dried red stigmas of the saffron crocus, \u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e L. It is graded by crocins, measured by HPLC, and by safranal, measured by UV or HPLC. We supply it in bulk to supplement brands, contract manufacturers, and formulators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- AT A GLANCE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-specifications lp-glance\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e L.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003ePlant part\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003eStigma\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eTypical grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e3% crocins (HPLC), 1% safranal\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e5 lb, 11 lb, 25 lb, and 55 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY CHARACTERISTICS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhy Saffron Extract\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eA stigma extract with three named marker compounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eSaffron has a clear chemical profile and a published trade standard. Each marker ties to a property you can see, taste, or smell, which makes lot checks practical for buyers and quality teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefits\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eStigma only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSaffron is the dried red stigma of the \u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e flower. Petals, whole flowers, and the yellow style are different materials with a different profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eThree named markers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCrocins give saffron its color, picrocrocin its bitter taste, and safranal its aroma. Specifications name one or more of them with a stated method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eA published trade standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eISO 3632 grades dried saffron spice by UV-Vis for color, bitterness, and aroma. Extract grades usually rely on HPLC, which measures single compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eA range of grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSuppliers list crocins up to 7.5% by HPLC and safranal up to 3% by UV. A grade of 3% crocins with 1% safranal by HPLC is also offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eWater soluble color\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCrocins dissolve in water and give an orange red color. Plan for that color in drink mixes, gummies, and clear capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSeveral growing regions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSuppliers list origins across Europe, Asia, and North Africa, including Spain, Greece, and Morocco. Harvest runs from October to December, so lot timing follows the crop year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FORMULATION APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-formulation-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eFormulation Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhere formulators use saffron extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eSaffron extract is used at small fill weights in measured formats, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"lp-formulations\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCapsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCompressed tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMultiple ingredient botanical blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePowdered drink mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFunctional beverages, after color and stability trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eGummies, after color and stability trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eStick packs and sachets\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePrivate label programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-highlight\"\u003eSaffron extract is used in milligram amounts, so blend uniformity matters. Premix it with a carrier before adding it to a large batch. Plan fill weights from the confirmed crocin and safranal values on each COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMMERCIAL BUYER REVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhat Commercial Buyers Should Review\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhat to check before you buy saffron extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eSaffron is a high value crop, so identity and purity checks deserve the most attention. Review these points together, and ask for lot documents before you approve a supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eStigma on every document\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eConfirm \u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e L. stigma on the specification and the certificate of analysis (COA). Petal, flower, and style extracts are different materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eIdentity by HPLC fingerprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAn HPLC profile of crocins and picrocrocin compared with a reference standard confirms saffron. A UV-Vis grade under ISO 3632 measures color, taste, and aroma compounds, but it cannot name a foreign plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003ePurity screens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk for tests that rule out added colorants and other plants, such as safflower, marigold, and turmeric. HPLC with a diode array detector or a DNA test can name them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eMarker, method, and basis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCrocins are usually measured by HPLC, and safranal by UV or HPLC. A UV value and an HPLC value are not comparable, so compare grades only within one method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eSolvent, ratio, and carrier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eConfirm whether the extract is made with water or ethanol and water. Ask whether a carrier, such as maltodextrin, is added to reach the stated grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eCountry of harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk for the country where the saffron was grown as well as the country of extraction. US import rules depend on the country of origin, so keep origin documents in your supplier file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-buyer-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin documents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ask for a country of origin statement for each lot that names where the stigmas were harvested. Your customs broker can then confirm that the origin meets current US import rules before you place a bulk order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECIFICATION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap lp-spec-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTypical specification for saffron extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eThese values reflect common supplier grades for saffron stigma extract. Final figures come from the specification sheet and COA for your lot. NLT means not less than, and NMT means not more than.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec-table-wrap\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable class=\"lp-spec-table\"\u003e\n          \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBotanical source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e L., stigma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC or HPTLC fingerprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine orange red powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOdor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacteristic saffron aroma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganoleptic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCrocins\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 3.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSafranal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 1.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC or UV-Vis, as stated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePicrocrocin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReported on the COA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdded colorants\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot detected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC-DAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForeign plant material (safflower, marigold, turmeric)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot detected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC-DAD or DNA test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExtraction solvent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater, or ethanol and water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCarrier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone, or as named on the specification sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSolubility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoluble in water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLoss on drying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 5.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;731\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLead\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 2.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eArsenic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCadmium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMercury\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 0.1 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal aerobic count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 10,000 cfu\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYeast and mold\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1,000 cfu\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eE. coli and Salmonella\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsent in 10 g and 25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2022\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShelf life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 to 36 months, unopened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STORAGE AND HANDLING --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eStorage and handling for bulk saffron extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-storage-intro\"\u003eSaffron color and aroma compounds change with light, heat, and air. These steps keep the powder in good condition between production runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep it sealed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eClose the foil bag after each use and press out the air. Extract powders pick up moisture from the air and can cake when left open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep away from light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eLeave the powder in its original foil packaging. Crocins fade with light exposure, which shifts color and assay values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eStore cool and dry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eKeep bags in a cool, dry room away from heat sources. Safranal is the aroma compound, and heat can drive it off over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eTrack small lots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eSaffron extract often ships in small bags. Record the lot number, grade, and retest date for each bag, and send older lots to production first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BUYER FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section lp-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBuyer FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eSaffron extract buyer FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eQuick answers to the questions procurement and quality teams ask most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-faq-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is saffron extract standardized to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSaffron extract is standardized to crocins, safranal, or both. Crocins are usually measured by HPLC and safranal by UV or HPLC. Ask which method each value on the COA uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs saffron extract made from the stigma or the petals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eTrue saffron extract is made from the stigma, the dried red threads of the flower. Petal and whole flower extracts are different materials. Your specification and COA should both say stigma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is ISO 3632?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eISO 3632 is the international trade standard for dried saffron spice. It grades color, bitterness, and aroma by UV-Vis, which tracks crocins, picrocrocin, and safranal. Extract grades usually use HPLC instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you test saffron extract for identity and purity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAn HPLC fingerprint of crocins and picrocrocin confirms saffron. Purity screens check for added colorants and other plants such as safflower, marigold, and turmeric. HPLC with a diode array detector or a DNA test can name them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs saffron extract water soluble?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Crocins dissolve in water and give an orange red color. That makes saffron extract easy to disperse in drink mixes, but it will tint the finished product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a branded saffron extract?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. Branded saffron extracts are trademarked ingredients sold by their owners under their own specifications. This listing is a saffron stigma extract sold under its own grade and COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat documents can I get with an order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA certificate of analysis (COA) and a specification sheet ship with every order. An allergen statement and a safety data sheet may also be available, depending on the lot in inventory. Contact us to request them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I get a sample before a bulk order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYou can request one by choosing sample options on the quote form. We will confirm availability, size, and timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CALL TO ACTION --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-cta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBulk Saffron Extract\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eRequest a quote for bulk saffron extract\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-cta-copy\"\u003eTell us your crocin or safranal grade, quantity, and timing. We will reply with current pricing. Select testing documents and sample options on the quote form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"lp-cta-button\" aria-label=\"Return to the top of the page to order Saffron\" onclick=\"window.scrollTo({ top: 0, behavior: 'smooth' }); return false;\"\u003eOrder Saffron Extract\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-bulk-notice\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a pack size above, or use the quote form for larger volumes, other grades, testing documents, and sample options. We serve supplement brands, contract manufacturers, product developers, and formulators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"lp-disclaimer\"\u003eThis bulk ingredient is sold for further manufacturing and formulation. The information on this page describes the ingredient and how commercial buyers evaluate it. It is not medical advice. 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