Description
Tea Saponin is a naturally occurring triterpenoid saponin extracted from the seeds of Camellia oleifera. Recognized for its multifunctional properties in food and health applications, it serves as a natural emulsifier, foaming agent, and antioxidant. In addition to its technical functions, research indicates potential bioactivities such as antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and cholesterol-lowering effects, making it a versatile option for innovative formulations.
Its phenolic hydroxyl structure contributes to antioxidant performance and helps delay lipid oxidation. The product is typically a brown-yellow to light-yellow fine powder, fully water-soluble, producing fine, dense, and stable foam. Its strong surface activity allows the formation of uniform oil-in-water emulsions without synthetic emulsifiers. Tea Saponin is stable across a wide pH range and under typical food processing temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in diverse applications.
CAS Number: 8047-15-2
EC Number: 232-462-6
Specification:
Appearance: Brown-yellow fine powder
Assay (Tea Saponin, UV): ≥98%
Sieve Analysis: 100% pass 80 mesh
Loss on Drying: ≤5.0%
Residue on Ignition: ≤5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤10 ppm
Lead (Pb): ≤2 ppm
Arsenic (As): ≤2 ppm
Mercury (Hg): ≤0.1 ppm
Chromium (Cr): ≤2 ppm
Key Features:
1) High Foaming Capacity – Produces fine, dense, and stable foam, enhancing mouthfeel and visual appeal in beverages such as plant protein drinks, specialty teas, and coffee-based products.
2) Natural Emulsification – Forms stable oil-in-water emulsions with smooth texture and uniform particle dispersion, replacing synthetic emulsifiers in dairy, frozen desserts, and creamy sauces without affecting flavor.
3) Antioxidant Function – Phenolic hydroxyl groups help inhibit free radical chain reactions, delaying lipid oxidation in edible oils, fried snacks, and baked goods to maintain freshness and extend shelf life.
4) Thermal & pH Stability – Retains functional properties across varied pH ranges and typical food processing temperatures, allowing use in multiple food categories.
Applications:
1) Beverages – Improves foam stability and texture in plant protein beverages, specialty teas, coffee drinks, and flavored drinks.
2) Dairy & Frozen Desserts – Acts as a natural emulsifier in ice cream, whipped cream, yogurt, and plant-based dairy alternatives, improving overrun, creaminess, and melt resistance.
3) Edible Oils & Snacks – Serves as a natural antioxidant to slow rancidity in cooking oils, nuts, fried snacks, and baked goods.
4) Sauces & Dressings – Enhances uniformity and stability in mayonnaise alternatives, salad dressings, and creamy dips, preventing separation.
5) Functional Foods – Incorporated for antioxidant benefits and to improve product stability in health-oriented formulations.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Avoid freezing.
Camellia Seed Extract – Tea Saponin offers food manufacturers a plant-derived, multifunctional ingredient that combines technical performance with natural origin, supporting the creation of stable, high-quality, and innovative food products.