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Stvia Extract

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CAS No.​: 58543-16-1
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Introduction

98% Rebaudioside A Stevioside is a high-purity natural sweetener derived from Stevia rebaudiana leaves. This white, odorless powder offers intense sweetness (200-300 times sweeter than sucrose) with zero calories, making it an ideal sugar substitute for various food and beverage applications.

Specifications

Parameter Specifications
Appearance White powder
Solubility in Water Freely Soluble
Solubility in Ethanol Slightly Soluble
Acidity Passes test
Test for Potassium Positive
Precipitation test Yellow Precipitate
Identification Passes test
Taste and Odor Characteristically sweet with no abnormal odor
Odor Odorless
Acetylacetamide Pass Test
Rebaudioside A Content ≥98%
Total Nitrogen ≤1.5%
Total Heavy Metals ≤10ppm
Arsenic (As) ≤3ppm
Lead (Pb) ≤3ppm
Total Plate Count ≤2000cfu/g
Salmonella Negative
Staphylococcus aureus Negative
Yeast ≤10 CFU/g

Features and Benefits

Key Advantages

  • High purity: ≥98% Rebaudioside A content
  • Intense sweetness: 200-300 times sweeter than sugar
  • Zero calories: Ideal for weight management products
  • Heat stable: Suitable for baked goods and processed foods
  • pH stable: Maintains sweetness across wide pH range
  • Clean taste: Minimal bitter aftertaste compared to other steviol glycosides
  • Natural origin: Plant-derived, non-GMO

Applications

Food & Beverage Industry

  • Beverages: Soft drinks, juices, teas, flavored waters
  • Dairy products: Yogurts, ice cream, flavored milks
  • Baked goods: Cookies, cakes, pastries (heat stable)
  • Confectionery: Chocolates, candies, chewing gum
  • Processed foods: Sauces, dressings, canned fruits

Other Applications

  • Dietary supplements
  • Pharmaceutical formulations
  • Oral care products
Usage Recommendation: Typical usage levels range from 0.01% to 0.3% depending on desired sweetness intensity. For optimal results, blend with other sweeteners to enhance sweetness profile and mask any potential aftertaste.

Packaging & Storage

Package: 25kg paper bags with inner PE liner

Shelf Life: 24 months when properly stored

Storage Conditions:

  • Store in cool, dry place below 25°C
  • Keep container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption
  • Protect from direct sunlight and strong odors
  • Store away from incompatible materials
Regulatory Status: Complies with major international food safety regulations including FDA GRAS, EU Novel Food approval, and JECFA specifications.