Butterfly Pea Extract Powder Manufacturer & Bulk Supplier
Butterfly Pea Extract Powder and Liquid, Direct from the Manufacturer
Butterfly pea extract powder is a water-soluble natural color made from the petals of Clitoria ternatea and standardized to a set color value. The powder is purple in the pack; in finished products it gives blue at pH 5–7 and purple to violet at lower pH. Binmei manufactures butterfly pea flower extract in powder and liquid form and works as a butterfly pea extract factory and butterfly pea flower extract supplier for food and beverage manufacturers, importers and distributors.
If you are comparing butterfly pea powder manufacturers for bulk supply, this page covers what purchasing and R&D teams usually check with a butterfly pea powder factory before ordering: specifications, color by pH, stability data, US regulatory status, pricing basis, documents and export shipping.
- Source: petals of Clitoria ternatea; no organic extraction solvent
- Colouring principle: anthocyanins
- Forms: powder (with maltodextrin) and liquid (with sodium benzoate)
- Specifications: E3 and E10
- Color in use: blue at pH 5–7; purple to violet at lower pH
- US status: color additive listed in 21 CFR §73.69 (FDA approval in 2021)
- Certificates: Kosher, Halal
Butterfly Pea Flower Extract Specifications
| Item | Extract Powder | Liquid Extract |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredients | Butterfly pea flower extract, maltodextrin (E3 and E10 powder grades) | Butterfly pea flower extract, sodium benzoate |
| Appearance | Purple fine powder | Natural purple viscous solution |
| Color value | E3 and E10 grades. E3 reference: E1%618 = 3.0 ± 0.5 in buffer at pH 4.00; E10 has a different grade-specific anthocyanin/color-value specification. | E1%618 = 3.0 ± 0.5, measured in buffer at pH 4.00 |
| Source / part used | Clitoria ternatea / petal | |
| Colouring principle | Anthocyanins | |
| Solubility | 100% water soluble | |
| pH stability | Stable at pH 3.0–7.0 (blue at pH 5–7; purple to violet below pH 5) | |
| Packaging | 1 kg / 5 kg industrial packs; 20 g / 50 g / 100 g custom small packs can be discussed for OEM/private-label powder projects | 1 kg / 5 kg industrial packs by net weight |
| Shelf life | 2 years | 2 years |
| Storage and use | Store cool, dry and dark with the package tightly sealed. For liquid extract, natural pigment may settle during storage; mix thoroughly before use. | |
Specification sheets, COA and MSDS are available on request for both forms.
How pH Changes the Color of Butterfly Pea Extract
Butterfly Pea Flower Extract delivers a rare natural blue at pH 5-7 (dairy, ice cream, neutral beverages). At lower pH (candy, acidic drinks), the same extract produces stable purple to violet shades. For low-pH blue targets, formulators either adjust the color pre-mix to pH 5-7 before adding, or accept purple/violet at ambient product pH.
| pH range | Condition | Color | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH 2–3 | Strongly acidic | Red-purple | Stable |
| pH 3–4 | Acidic | Purple to red-purple | Stable |
| pH 5–7 | Neutral | Blue | Stable |
| pH 7–8 | Mildly alkaline | Blue-green | Stable |
| pH 8 and above | Alkaline | Green-yellow | Not stable |
The shade in the pack does not predict the shade in your product; the final pH does. For formulation detail, see pH stability of natural colors in our Technical Center. If you need blue in an acidic product, our comparison of blue spirulina extract and butterfly pea explains the options.
Heat and Light Stability Data
Both tests below were run at pH 3, where the extract is purple. The results describe retention of the purple shade, not of blue. Source: Binmei Product Performance Guide (2026).
| Test condition | Checkpoints (color retention) | End result |
|---|---|---|
| Heat: 80°C, pH 3 | 1 h 99.63% · 2 h 98.93% · 3 h 98.40% | 97.45% after 4 hours |
| Light: 8,000 lux, pH 3 | 10 days 99.93% · 20 days 99.79% · 30 days 99.41% | 98.65% after 40 days |
FDA Status and Labeling: 21 CFR §73.69
Butterfly pea flower extract is listed by the US FDA as a color additive exempt from certification under 21 CFR §73.69, first approved in 2021. The approval covers several US application categories, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic ready-to-drink beverages, ice cream and frozen dairy desserts, candies, and liquid coffee creamers (dairy and plant-based). The regulation sets the permitted food categories and use conditions, so check the current text for your product type.
On finished-product labels, BINMEI's customer materials identify "butterfly pea flower extract for color" or "vegetable juice for color" as label options. Regulatory status outside the US differs by market; tell us your destination country and we will confirm which documents we can provide.
Butterfly Pea Extract Powder vs Butterfly Pea Flower Powder
Butterfly pea flower powder is made by milling dried petals. Butterfly pea extract powder is made by extracting the color from the petals and standardizing it. Many butterfly pea flower powder manufacturers sell the milled product for tea; for coloring food and beverages, the two behave differently:
| Property | Butterfly pea flower extract | Butterfly pea flower powder |
|---|---|---|
| Color in the pack | Dark purple | Blue-grey |
| Water solubility | 100% water soluble | Partially water soluble, with sedimentation |
| Stability | Heat-, light- and acid-stable; stable at pH 3.0–7.0 (purple in acidic products) | Poor stability |
| Process | Extraction and ultrafiltration | Milling and crushing |
| Typical use | Most food and beverage categories | Tea, catering |
| US regulatory status | Listed as a color additive in 21 CFR §73.69 | Not covered by the §73.69 listing |
Binmei produces the extract, not milled flower powder. If you started your search looking for a butterfly pea flower powder factory to color beverages, dairy or confectionery, request an extract powder sample to compare in your formula.
Applications: Where It Gives Blue and Where It Gives Purple
| Application | Typical product pH | Expected shade | Suggested form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice cream and frozen dairy desserts | Near neutral | Blue | Liquid or powder |
| Dairy drinks and liquid coffee creamers (dairy and plant-based) | Near neutral | Blue | Liquid |
| Neutral beverages | pH 5–7 | Blue | Liquid |
| Fruit drinks, sport and energy drinks, alcoholic beverages | Usually acidic | Purple to violet | Liquid |
| Soft candy, hard candy and chewing gum (confectionery) | Usually acidic | Purple to violet | Liquid or powder |
| Fruit preparations for yogurt | Usually acidic | Purple to violet | Liquid |
| Dry mixes and bakery | Depends on the final product | Blue to purple | Powder |
The extract can also be combined with other natural colors to build purple or green shades. To match a color to your product step by step, use our 5-step selection framework: Color → Application → Processing → Formulation → Solution.
Inside Our Butterfly Pea Flower Extract Factory
Binmei is a butterfly pea flower extract manufacturer based in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, China. As a butterfly pea extract company focused on natural food colors, we run the same production route for every batch:
- Raw material: Clitoria ternatea petals
- Extraction: gentle physical, water-based extraction with no organic extraction solvent
- Ultrafiltration to concentrate the anthocyanin color
- Standardization to the target color value (E3 or E10)
- Finishing: powder is spray-dried with maltodextrin; liquid extract contains sodium benzoate. The current FSSC 22000 scope covers butterfly pea flower extract production by pasteurization and spray drying.
- Batch testing, with a COA available for each batch
Certifications and food-safety system: Kosher (STAR-K), Halal (JAKIM Malaysia and BPJPH Indonesia), and FSSC 22000. Certificate copies are available with quotations and samples.
Butterfly Pea Extract Price: How Bulk Quotes Are Calculated
We quote butterfly pea extract price per specification rather than publishing a list price. The price per kilogram depends on:
- Form: powder or liquid
- Color value: E3 or E10
- Order quantity and packaging
- Documents required for your market
- Shipping terms and destination
Minimum order quantity: 1 kg. Regular specifications are offered as stock items; confirm current availability in your quotation. Send us your target specification, annual volume, packaging and destination for a project-based price quote.
How to Buy Butterfly Pea Extract from Our Factory
- Share your project details: target shade, product pH, processing (for example pasteurization, UHT, hot fill or freezing), required shelf life, target market and label declaration.
- Receive a free sample with its specification sheet and test it in your own formula.
- Confirm the form (powder or liquid) and grade (E3 or E10).
- Receive the quotation and place your order. Regular specifications are offered as stock items; customized projects typically require 7–15 days.
Export Documentation and Shipping
Whether you need a butterfly pea powder exporter for dry blends or a liquid supply for beverages, Binmei ships export orders as a butterfly pea extract exporter with the following documents:
- COA for each batch
- Specification sheet and MSDS
- Kosher and Halal certificate copies
- Commercial documents for customs clearance
OEM / private label support includes 1 kg / 5 kg industrial packs, 20 g / 50 g / 100 g custom small packs for suitable powder projects, and custom labels. MOQ is 1 kg; customized projects typically require 7–15 days. Shipping terms and destination-specific export documents are confirmed in the quotation.
Request a Quote or Sample
Tell us your application, target shade and product pH, and our team will recommend a form and grade and send a sample. Contact us through the contact page, email [email protected] or call +86-576-89395152.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a butterfly pea extract manufacturer or a trading company?
Binmei is a manufacturer, not a trading company. As a butterfly pea powder company, we produce the extract in powder and liquid form and supply bulk orders directly, so specifications, documents and samples come from the producer.
What is the difference between butterfly pea extract powder and butterfly pea flower powder?
Flower powder is milled petals: blue-grey, only partly water soluble and not covered by the FDA color additive listing. Extract powder is the extracted, standardized color: purple in the pack, 100% water soluble and listed in 21 CFR §73.69.
Why is the powder purple, and when does it turn blue?
The color of butterfly pea extract depends on pH. It shows blue in products at pH 5–7, such as dairy, ice cream and neutral beverages, and purple to violet in more acidic products such as candy and acidic drinks.
How is bulk butterfly pea extract priced?
We quote per specification. Form, color value (E3 or E10), order quantity, packaging and shipping terms all change the price per kilogram.
Can I get a sample before ordering?
Yes. Free samples are available for wholesale formulation testing and are supplied with the specification sheet so you can test the extract in your own formula before placing a bulk order.
Is butterfly pea flower extract FDA approved?
Yes. FDA approved butterfly pea flower extract as a color additive in 2021. It is listed in 21 CFR §73.69, which sets the permitted food categories and use conditions.
Powder or liquid: which should I choose?
Liquid disperses more easily in beverages, dairy and other liquid systems. Powder suits dry mixes and dry blending. Both are water soluble and follow the same pH-dependent color behavior.
What is the MOQ for butterfly pea flower extract?
The MOQ is 1 kg for butterfly pea flower extract. Regular specifications are offered as stock items; customized projects typically require 7–15 days. Confirm current availability, packaging and shipping terms in your quotation.
What packaging and private-label options are available?
Industrial supply is available in 1 kg and 5 kg packs. For suitable powder OEM/private-label projects, 20 g, 50 g and 100 g small packs and custom labels can be discussed. Final packaging is confirmed with the quotation.
Which certifications cover BINMEI butterfly pea flower extract?
BINMEI butterfly pea flower extract is covered by current Kosher and Halal certificates, and its production is included in BINMEI's FSSC 22000 food-safety certification scope. Certificate copies can be supplied with quotations and samples.
What is the shelf life of butterfly pea flower extract?
The stated shelf life is 2 years for powder and liquid forms when stored cool, dry and dark with the package tightly sealed. For liquid extract, mix thoroughly before use if natural pigment settling occurs during storage.
