CAS · 94-62-2
Product Overview
Piperine is a high-purity plant-extracts-natural-products supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.
Product Specifications
| Appearance: | Light Yellow Powder |
|---|---|
| Odor: | Unique smell of black pepper |
| Taste: | Unique taste of black pepper |
| Bulk Density: | |
| Slack Density: | 0.48g/ml |
| Tight Density: | 0.71g/ml |
| Particle Size: | 95% Through 80 Mesh |
| Piperine: | 98.0% min |
| Moisture: | 5.0% max |
| Total Heavy Metals: | 10 ppm max |
| Aerobic Bacterial Count: | 1,000 CFU/g max |
| Yeast: | 100 CFU/g max |
| Mold: | 100 CFU/g max |
| Escherichia Coli: | 3.0 MPN/g |
| Salmonella: | Not Detected |
| Staphlococcus Aureus: | Not Detected |
Applications
1. Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Industry
Bioenhancer: Piperine significantly increases the bioavailability of various drugs and nutrients (e.g., curcumin, resveratrol, vitamins).
Anti-inflammatory agent: Helps reduce inflammation via inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines.
Analgesic and antipyretic: Used in formulations to relieve pain and reduce fever.
Antioxidant and neuroprotective: Plays a role in reducing oxidative stress and may help in neurological disorders.
2. Dietary Supplements
Found in curcumin/piperine combinations, it enhances absorption up to 2000%.
Supports metabolism, digestion, and weight management.
3. Food Industry
Used as a spice extract and flavoring agent in processed foods, condiments, and beverages.
Adds pungency and characteristic pepper flavor.
4. Cosmetic Industry
Added to formulations for its antioxidant, anti-aging, and skin-toning properties.
Promotes blood circulation and skin rejuvenation in topical products.
5. Agricultural and Veterinary Applications
Studied as a natural pesticide or bioactive agent in plant protection.
Potential anti-parasitic effects in veterinary feed formulations.
Benefits
Property
Benefit
Bioavailability Enhancer
Improves absorption of nutrients and drugs significantly
Antioxidant
Neutralizes free radicals, protects cells
Anti-inflammatory
Helps manage chronic inflammation, joint pain
Digestive Aid
Stimulates digestive enzymes, supports gastrointestinal health
Thermogenic Agent
Boosts metabolism and may assist in weight loss
Cognitive Support
May help with memory, focus, and brain health
Antimicrobial
Inhibits bacterial and fungal growth in food and personal care formulations
Conclusion
Piperine is a natural alkaloid with wide-ranging uses across pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food, and cosmetics. Its most notable role is as a bioenhancer, improving the absorption and efficacy of drugs and nutrients. With powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive benefits, piperine continues to be a highly valuable compound in both health and industrial sectors.
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