| Item | Standards |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Phytosterol |
| Molecular Weight | 398~414 |
| Characters/Appearance | Fine Powder |
| Color | White to off white |
| Brassicasterol | 2.69% |
| Campesterol | 24.34% |
| Stigmasterol | 28.14% |
| β-Sitosterol | 41.22% |
| Total phytosterols | 96.39% |
| Loss on Drying | 1.70% |
| Total Metals | NMT 10 ppm |
| Total aerobic count | 3000cfu/g Max |
| Yeast&Mold | 300cfu/g Max |
Product description:
Phytosterols, also known as plant sterols, are naturally occurring sterol compounds found in higher plants. They share a characteristic steroid-ring structure and contain a hydroxyl group. It’s used as functional ingredients or processing materials across food, cosmetics, pharmaceutical manufacturing, animal nutrition, and selected industrial applications.
Product Applications:
- Food Formulations
It’s commonly incorporated into functional food products formulated for consumers seeking plant sterol-enriched nutrition. Their use level and product claims should comply with local food regulations. - Cosmetic and Personal Care Products
They can be used in skin care formulations where plant-derived lipid ingredients are required to support skin conditioning and surface moisture retention. - Pharmaceutical and Vitamin Manufacturing
This product serve as industrial raw materials or intermediates in the manufacture of certain steroid-related products and vitamin D3. - Animal Nutrition Products
They may be used in selected animal nutrition formulations, subject to the intended application and applicable feed regulations. - Industrial Processing
Phytosterols also have potential uses in paper processing, printing, and textile-related applications.
Why Choose Our Product?
Plant-Derived Sterol Ingredient
A plant-based sterol material suitable for food, personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
Broad Formulation Compatibility
Suitable for use across multiple product categories and manufacturing processes.
Sample Support
Samples of up to 500 g can be provided under the stated freight arrangement for product evaluation.
Commercial Supply Terms
ZXCHEM offers a minimum order quantity of 100 kg, with bulk packaging of 25 kg per bag.
