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Pomegranate Extract
Punica granatum

Punica granatum · Fruit Peel · Standardised for Ellagic Acid & Punicalagins

One of nature's most potent antioxidants — pomegranate peel concentrated into punicalagins and ellagic acid, with antioxidant capacity exceeding red wine and green tea. Standardised to 40% ellagic acid (HPLC) and 40% punicalagins (UV), heavy-metal tested, GMP-certified supply from India.

40% Ellagic Acid (HPLC) 40% Punicalagins (UV) Heavy-Metal Tested GMP Certified Water-Soluble on Request Organic on Request
Pomegranate peel extract powder (Punica granatum) standardised to 40% ellagic acid — light tan-brown fine powder in a bowl, SV Botanica India

Bulk Ingredient

Punica granatum · 40% Ellagic Acid · Peel Extract
40%
Ellagic Acid (HPLC)
40%
Punicalagins (UV)
30–60%
Polyphenols (grade)
24–36 Mo
Shelf Life
25 kg MOQ
Min. Order Quantity
10–15 Days
Lead Time

What is Pomegranate Extract?

The fruit peel concentrated into one of the most powerful botanical antioxidants known

Punica granatum — the pomegranate — has been valued across Ayurvedic, Persian and Mediterranean medicine for millennia. Its commercial antioxidant value is concentrated not in the juice but in the fruit peel (rind), which carries an exceptionally dense profile of punicalagins, ellagitannins, ellagic acid and other polyphenols.

SV Botanica supplies Pomegranate Extract standardised to 40% ellagic acid by HPLC and 40% punicalagins by UV. The extract is processed from selected pomegranate peel at our GMP-certified facility in India, then screened by ICP-MS for heavy metals and a full microbial panel before release.

Pomegranate's standout property is its antioxidant capacity — research has measured peel-derived extracts as more potent free-radical scavengers than red wine, green tea and many common antioxidant botanicals. That positions it at the centre of cardiovascular, anti-ageing, men's-health and cosmetic formulations. Water-soluble beverage grades and organic-certified material are available on request.

We supply supplement brands, cosmetic formulators, functional-beverage makers and Ayurvedic manufacturers across Europe, the USA, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Every batch is backed by a Certificate of Analysis and full export documentation — start a conversation with our team via the quote request form.

Active Constituents

Key compounds driving pomegranate's antioxidant profile

Punicalagins

Large ellagitannins unique to pomegranate and the principal antioxidants of the peel — the marker quantified by UV assay.

Ellagic Acid

The smaller phenolic released from ellagitannins on hydrolysis; the HPLC-quantified marker behind skin and anti-ageing positioning.

Ellagitannins

A broad family of hydrolysable tannins (including punicalin) that underpin the extract's high total-polyphenol content.

Anthocyanins

Red-pigment flavonoids contributing additional radical-scavenging capacity and the extract's characteristic colour.

Gallic & Gallotannins

Gallic acid and related gallotannins add to the phenolic load measured in total-polyphenol grades.

Flavonoids

Quercetin and related flavonols complement the ellagitannin profile in antioxidant and immune formulations.

Health Benefits & Research Backing

Evidence from clinical studies and ethnopharmacological research

Cardiovascular Support

Pomegranate polyphenols have been associated with reduced LDL oxidation, improved arterial function and healthy blood pressure — a core rationale for cardio-metabolic formulations.

Ref: Aviram M et al., 2004; Clin Nutr

Antioxidant Capacity

Peel-derived pomegranate extract shows free-radical scavenging activity measured higher than red wine and green tea, anchoring its antioxidant positioning.

Ref: Gil MI et al., 2000; J Agric Food Chem
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Skin & Anti-Ageing

Ellagic acid attenuates UV-induced collagen breakdown and oxidative skin damage in research models — supporting beauty-from-within and topical claims.

Ref: Bae JY et al., 2010; Exp Dermatol
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Anti-Inflammatory Activity

Punicalagins and ellagic acid modulate NF-κB signalling and reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines in preclinical work, relevant to joint and metabolic blends.

Ref: Lee CJ et al., 2008; J Ethnopharmacol

Men's & Prostate Wellness

Clinical work with pomegranate polyphenols has reported support for healthy prostate-marker profiles, underpinning men's-health formulations.

Ref: Pantuck AJ et al., 2006; Clin Cancer Res
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Joint Comfort

Pomegranate extract reduced cartilage-degrading enzyme activity and inflammatory markers in joint-tissue models — relevant to mobility formulations.

Ref: Shukla M et al., 2008; J Inflamm

Pomegranate pairs naturally with other antioxidant and polyphenol botanicals — see our Grape Seed Extract and Green Tea Extract for complementary antioxidant formulations.

Available Grades & Standardisations

Select the right marker and form for your formulation requirement

Grade Specification Form Best For Certifications
Polyphenols 30% Entry ≥30% polyphenols (UV, as gallic acid) Fine powder, 40–80 mesh General antioxidant blends & tonics GMP, FSSAI
40% Punicalagins Popular ≥40% punicalagins (UV) Fine powder, 40–80 mesh High-ORAC antioxidant & cardiovascular capsules GMP, Halal
40% Ellagic Acid Premium ≥40% ellagic acid (HPLC) Fine powder, 40–80 mesh Skin, anti-ageing & clinical-marker supplements GMP, Halal, FSSAI
Water-Soluble Grade ≥30% polyphenols; ≥90% water-soluble Spray-dried, beverage-grade Functional beverages, shots, sachets, effervescents GMP, FSSAI, Food-grade
Full-Spectrum / Organic Native-ratio extract; organic on request Fine powder Clean-label & certified-organic products GMP, Organic (on request)

Standard grades are 40% ellagic acid (HPLC) and 40% punicalagins (UV). All grades are heavy-metal tested by ICP-MS. Custom standardisations (e.g. 20%, 50%, 90% ellagic acid), native ratios, water-soluble and organic-certified batches are available on request.

Technical Specifications

Typical specification — 40% Ellagic Acid grade (Punica granatum peel extract)

ParameterSpecificationTypical Result
Botanical NamePunica granatumConforms
Part UsedFruit peel / rind
Identification (TLC/HPLC)Positive vs. referencePositive
AppearanceLight tan to brown fine powderConforms
Ellagic Acid (HPLC)NLT 40.0%40–45%
Punicalagins (UV)NLT 40.0% (40% grade)40–45%
Total Polyphenols (UV)NLT 50.0% (as gallic acid)50–65%
Particle SizeNLT 95% through #80 meshConforms
Loss on Drying (105°C)NMT 5.0% w/w≤4.0%
Ash ContentNMT 5.0% w/w≤4.0%
Bulk Density0.30–0.60 g/mLConforms
SolubilityWater-soluble (grade-dependent)Conforms
Heavy Metals (ICP-MS)Total NMT 10 ppm · Pb ≤3 · As ≤2 · Cd ≤1 · Hg ≤0.1 ppmComplies
Total Plate CountNMT 1,000 CFU/gComplies
Yeast & MouldNMT 100 CFU/gComplies
E. coli / Salmonella / S. aureusAbsentAbsent
Pesticide ResidueComplies with USP/EC limitsComplies
Shelf Life24–36 months (sealed, cool, dry)
Packaging25 kg HDPE drum with inner PE liner; 1 & 5 kg pouches for samples

Figures shown are typical specifications for the standard grade; a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is issued with every shipment. HPLC profiling of specific markers and custom standardisations are available on request. MSDS, allergen and Non-GMO declarations accompany each batch. Specifications for punicalagins, polyphenol and water-soluble grades available on request.

Applications by Industry

Where Pomegranate Extract delivers measurable formulation value

Antioxidant & Cardiovascular

  • Daily antioxidant capsules
  • Heart-health & circulation blends
  • Polyphenol & ORAC formulas
  • Healthy-ageing products

Beauty & Anti-Ageing

  • Beauty-from-within capsules
  • Collagen & skin-support blends
  • Nutricosmetic gummies
  • UV-defence formulations

Men's & Prostate Wellness

  • Men's daily multivitamins
  • Prostate-support formulas
  • Vitality & performance blends
  • Pomegranate + zinc combos

Joint & Inflammatory

  • Joint-comfort & mobility blends
  • Sports-recovery formulas
  • Anti-inflammatory stacks
  • Pomegranate + boswellia combos

Functional Food & Beverage

  • Functional beverages & shots
  • Effervescent tablets & sachets
  • Nutrition bars & snacks
  • Water-soluble drink mixes

Cosmetic & Topical

  • Anti-ageing creams & serums
  • Brightening & antioxidant skincare
  • Sun-care & after-sun products
  • Hair-care & scalp formulations

Quality Assurance & Sourcing

From selected fruit peel to standardised extract — traceable, tested, certified

Raw Material Sourcing: Peel is sourced from pomegranate-growing regions of India, authenticated at source and selected for a consistent ellagitannin profile. Using fruit peel — rather than juice or arils — maximises punicalagin and ellagic-acid yield and supports batch-to-batch consistency.

Manufacturing & Testing: Peel is dried, extracted, concentrated and standardised in GMP-certified, FSSAI-licensed facilities. Each batch runs through a full QC battery — HPLC ellagic-acid assay, UV punicalagin/polyphenol assay, TLC fingerprint, heavy-metals ICP-MS, and a complete microbiological panel — before release. Standardisation locks the marker to the target grade.

Documentation: Every shipment comes with a Certificate of Analysis, MSDS, Allergen Declaration, BSE/TSE-free statement, Non-GMO affidavit and Country of Origin Certificate. Halal and Kosher are available; organic and FSSC 22000 certification on request. To qualify our facility or request specifications, reach our team via the certifications page or the quote form.

Certifications

Full compliance for global B2B supply

GMP Certified Facility
ISO Certified Facility
FSSAI Licensed Manufacturer
APEDA Registered Exporter
Halal Certified (available)
Kosher Certified (available)
Organic Certified (on request)
Non-GMO Compliant
Heavy-Metal Tested (ICP-MS)

Regulatory & Compliance Notes

Key information for global product registration and labelling

European Union

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) has a long history of food use and is widely accepted as a food-supplement ingredient. Where used, labelling must comply with Regulation (EU) 1169/2011, and health claims must align with the EU Register; heavy-metal compliance is documented per batch.

United States

Marketed as a dietary ingredient under DSHEA (21 CFR Part 111). No pre-market approval is required for dietary supplements, but importer facility registration with the FDA is needed. Heavy-metal limits (e.g. California Prop 65) make ICP-MS-tested material essential. Structure-function claims require substantiation and FDA notification.

India & Other Markets

A well-established food and Ayurvedic botanical, FSSAI-relevant for supplement use under the FSS (Health Supplements) Regulations 2022. Widely accepted in the Middle East (Halal grades), Southeast Asia and other markets that recognise pomegranate as a functional ingredient, subject to local heavy-metal limits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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GMP-certified, heavy-metal tested, fully documented supply. 40% ellagic acid, 40% punicalagins, polyphenol, water-soluble and organic options. Minimum order 25 kg. Samples available for qualified buyers.

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