Australian Green Tea Extract
Australian-grown green tea extract — fresh leaf, water-extracted, fully cold-water soluble
About Australian Green Tea Extract
Russell Ingredients produces a high-purity, concentrated green tea extract from Camellia sinensis grown on its own plantations in the Atherton Tablelands of Far North Queensland, Australia. Fresh foliage is harvested and processed immediately at the co-located facility using gentle water extraction and spray drying, preserving polyphenols, freshness, and full traceability. The extract is produced without pesticides and is free from solvent residues.
Key Specifications
- Total Polyphenols ≥ 30% (spectrometry)
- EGCG ≥ 10% (HPLC)
- Total Catechins ≥ 30% (HPLC)
- Caffeine 5–6% (HPLC)
- Cold-water soluble with low turbidity (< 60 NTU)
- Heavy metals ≤ 10 ppm (ICP-MS)
- Clean microbiology (USP <2021>; Salmonella and E. coli absent)
- Appearance: Greenish-yellow powder
- Moisture ≤ 3%
- Bulk density: 0.45 g/mL
Primary Applications
- RTD beverages & lattes — Fully cold-water soluble with low turbidity for clear and milk-based systems (typical use: 0.3–0.5% on drinking strength)
- Capsules & tablets — Reliable polyphenol content for consistent label claims (250–500 mg polyphenols per capsule)
- Functional foods — Energy bars, pre-workout blends, and wellness products seeking a credible green tea actives story
- Natural antioxidant support — Polyphenols help protect formulations (200–500 ppm)
Why Formulators Choose It
- Water-extracted from whole fresh leaf (not solvent-heavy)
- Fast harvest-to-process time prevents oxidation
- Excellent solubility, uniform color, and clean sensory profile
- Fully verified actives and purity for sensitive applications
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