Avocado Soybean Unsaponifiables (ASU / CAS 84696-01-5)
NutraJagen Avocado Soybean Unsaponifiables GC: 35%, 40%, 50% is a premium ingredient factory-supplied directly for high-standard global formulation requirements.
🧪 Technical Specs: Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil Unsaponifiables & Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil Unsaponifiables | Yellow Paste to Light Brown Powder | Phytosterols GC 35%, 40%, 50%.
📦 MOQ & Packaging: Min Order 1Kg | Standard 25Kg/Drum or Tailored Custom Packaging.
🌍 Global Compliance: Certified by ISO22000, HACCP, and HALAL to meet stringent international audits.
⚡ Supply Capacity: Factory-direct stable bulk supply. Active Stocks: 1,000Kg–2,000Kg available for immediate dispatch. Full COA/MSDS ready.
*Storage Notice: Store in tightly closed original container, protected from light. Free laboratory pilot samples available.
Avocado Soybean Unsaponifiables (GC: 35%, 40%, 50%)
GC Total Phytosterols 35% | 40% | 50%
Oil Soluble (Melt-dispersible in lipid bases)
Phytosterol Complex | 1:2 Avocado & Soy Ratio
Nutraceutical, Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Grade
ISO22000, HACCP, HALAL Certified
Avocado Soybean Unsaponifiables GC: 35%, 40%, 50% is a specialized lipid fraction obtained through molecular saponification and solvent-free extraction of oil from Persea gratissima fruit and Glycine soja seeds (CAS: 84696-01-5 & 91722-22-4). Standard commercial lipid extracts frequently exhibit batch-to-batch ratio fluctuations and residual solvent contamination that disrupt large-scale encapsulation. High-vacuum distillation eliminates volatile impurities, delivering exact 1:2 avocado-to-soybean ratios standardized to 35%, 40%, or 50% total phytosterols measured directly via gas chromatography. Formulators integrate this lipophilic active into softgel matrices, tablet blends, and rich barrier-repair skincare emulsions without oxidation risk or thermal discoloration. Global brand managers achieve stable structural integrity in finished doses, uniform bioactive dissolution profiles, and verified raw material origin across multi-ton production cycles.
Core Health/Functional Benefits & Commercial Applications
Core Functional Mechanisms: Active phytosterols—predominantly beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, and campesterol—inhibit inflammatory cytokine production by suppressing nuclear factor kappa B ($NF-\kappa B$) nuclear translocation. At the cellular joint tissue level, ASU blocks interleukin-1 beta ($IL-1\beta$) signaling in articular chondrocytes. Matrix metalloproteinases, specifically $MMP-3$ and $MMP-13$, undergo significant downregulation, preventing the enzymatic degradation of collagenous extracellular matrices. Concurrently, ASU stimulates transforming growth factor beta ($TGF-\beta1$ and $TGF-\beta2$), promoting native collagen type II and aggrecan biosynthesis. In cutaneous tissue, the sterol-rich unsaponifiable lipid profile integrates directly into intercellular lamellar membranes, accelerating stratum corneum structural repair and blunting UV-induced pro-inflammatory prostaglandin $PGE2$ cascades.
Targeted Industry Applications:
- Joint Health Softgels: Formulated at 300mg per capsule, often combined with glucosamine, chondroitin, or native type II collagen for osteoarticular support.
- Nutraceutical Tablets: Integrated via direct-compression lipid-coated granulates to support mobility and cartilage density.
- Skin Barrier Repair Creams: Incorporated at 0.5%–2.0% in rich lipid emulsions to treat severely dry, reactive, or compromised skin.
- Anti-Aging Facial Oils: Blended into oil serums to reinforce cellular lipid structures and combat environmental photo-aging.
Technical Specifications (TDS)
| Parameter Item | Testing Standard Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Source / INCI | Persea gratissima / Glycine soja Unsaponifiables | Species Identity Verification |
| CAS Number | 84696-01-5 / 91722-22-4 | CAS Index Registry |
| Appearance | Yellowish paste to light brownish powder/granule | Visual & Organoleptic |
| Phytosterols Content (GC) | ≥35.0% | ≥40.0% | ≥50.0% Total Sterols | Gas Chromatography (GC-FID) |
| Sterol Fingerprint Composition | beta-Sitosterol (40–60%), Stigmasterol (20–30%), Campesterol (10–20%) | GC Peak Area Quantification |
| Acid Value & Peroxide Value | Acid Value ≤2.0 mg KOH/g | Peroxide Value ≤5.0 meq/kg | USP <401> / Titration |
| Solvent Residues | Meets EP/USP Residual Solvent Limits (Hexane <290ppm) | HS-GC-MS |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤10 ppm (Pb ≤2ppm, As ≤1ppm, Cd ≤1ppm, Hg ≤0.1ppm) | ICP-MS |
| Microbiological Control | TPC ≤1,000 CFU/g, Yeast & Mold ≤100 CFU/g, Pathogens Negative | USP <2021/2022> |
| Commercial Packaging | 1kg foil bags / 25kg fiber drums with vacuum double PE inner liners | Industrial Packaging Standard |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months stored in unopened original container under dark, cool (<20°C) conditions | Accelerated Stability Testing |
Formulation & Processing Guidelines
- Recommended Dosage: Oral joint supplements: 300mg daily total intake (standardized to 300mg ASU per day); Topical skincare: 0.5% to 2.0% in oil-phase emulsions.
- Processing Temperature: Heat oil phase to 60°C–70°C to homogenize ASU paste into carrier oils or emulsifiers before aqueous phase combination.
- pH Working Range: Chemically stable across a broad pH spectrum of 4.0 to 8.0 in finished emulsion systems.
- Oxidation Management: Incorporating 0.1% natural mixed tocopherols prevents sterol degradation in lipid-based formulations during long-term storage.
Logistics & Shipping Matrix
| Shipping Method | Suited Volume & Freight Cost | Logistics Service Details |
|---|---|---|
| Express (DHL/FedEx) | Small Cargo (<50kg) | Higher unit cost | Door-to-Door courier. Delivery in 2–3 business days. Temperature-monitored insulation packaging. |
| Air Freight | Medium Commercial (>50kg) | Balanced cost | Airport-to-Airport transport. Transit time: 3–5 business days. Rapid customs clearance assistance. |
| Sea Freight | Industrial Bulk (>500kg) | Lowest freight rate | Seaport-to-Seaport LCL/FCL shipments. Transit time: 5–7 days regional, 15–25 days global. Palletized. |
Technical & Commercial Advantages
NutraJagen brings more than 15 years of expertise in astaxanthin manufacturing and global supply, backed by a broad portfolio covering thousands of plant extract ingredients optimized for international regulatory environments.
Natural Solutions: Focus on plant-based ingredients aligned with clean, sustainable, and health-oriented international concepts. Ethically sourced non-GMO soybean and avocado oil feedstocks guarantee trace-level purity across all batch runs.
Quality Management: In-house testing facility combined with independent third-party verification to ensure consistent batch compliance. Advanced gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) run on every production lot to lock in target phytosterol ratios.
Professional Team: Skilled commercial and technical teams providing proactive guidance and responsive R&D support. Analytical specialists offer guidance on softgel oil carrier selection and lipid stability optimization.
Customer Support: End-to-end service team maintaining close follow-up from inquiry to delivery and beyond to ensure seamless cooperation. Documentation suites include full CoA, MSDS, origin declarations, and allergen statements for effortless international import clearing.
Frequently Asked Questions (B2B Commercial)
What is the Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for commercial ASU grades?
Standard commercial MOQ starts at 1 Kilogram packaged in sealed foil bags. Free 20g–50g lab samples are dispatched to qualified formulation facilities upon request.
What lead time can we expect for 500kg+ commercial orders?
Warehouse stock orders dispatch within 24–48 hours. Production scale runs over 500 Kilograms require 7 to 10 working days, including full GC testing clearance.
How is phytosterol stability maintained during softgel manufacturing high-heat phases?
ASU sterols resist thermal degradation up to 80°C under nitrogen-blanketed mixing conditions. Short-duration exposure during softgel encapsulation does not alter bioactive GC profiles.
What international compliance certifications accompany bulk ASU orders?
Shipments are accompanied by ISO22000, HACCP, HALAL, batch-specific COA, GC chromatogram sheets, MSDS, and heavy metal compliance statements.
Do you offer custom ratio standardization or oil carrier pre-blends?
Yes. We accommodate custom avocado-to-soybean ratio requests and pre-dissolve ASU into specific carrier oils (e.g., sunflower or olive oil) for specialized manufacturing lines.
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