Saffron Extract Phospholipid Complex – Phospholipid Complex Powder

Saffron extract is concentrated from the stigmas of Crocus sativus and standardised to safranal and/or crocins. Low-dose saffron is a premium, well-studied ingredient for mood, emotional wellbeing and sleep quality.

Phytosome-type phospholipid complex: the active is complexed with phosphatidylcholine to improve dispersibility and absorption versus the native form.

GUTINS Saffron Extract Phospholipid Complex — phospholipid complex powder is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: Active assay + phospholipid ratio declared; form / technology: phospholipid complex powder; diet suitability: Verify lecithin source.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Supports a positive mood and emotional wellbeing
• Supports restful sleep quality
• Supports satiety and healthy appetite control
• Supports eye health (macular)
• Effective at low daily doses

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Capsules, tablets, sachets.

• Mood support capsules
• Sleep and calm gummies
• Women's wellbeing (PMS) formulas
• Satiety and weight management blends
• Eye health formulas
• Phospholipid complex softgels

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 28-30 mg/day of standardised saffron extract
• Typical use level: 1-10% in capsules/tablets; 0.01-0.1% in beverages and gummies
• Formulation tip: Declare active content and phospholipid ratio on labels; dose on active equivalent.
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Lipid-compatible; disperses in water with agitation better than the uncomplexed active; partly soluble in ethanol. Parent active: crocins soluble in water; safranal soluble in ethanol and oils

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed below 20 °C, strictly protected from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Saffron is a traditional food spice; extracts are used as US dietary ingredients and in EU food supplements. Verify permitted use and labelling in the destination market.

Diet suitability: Verify lecithin source. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• Avoid in pregnancy – uterotonic at high doses
• Do not exceed recommended dose (toxic above ~5 g/day of whole saffron)
• May interact with antidepressants and antihypertensives
• Light-sensitive – crocins degrade on exposure
• High adulteration risk – require authenticity testing

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.