Extract Warehouse is a premier manufacturer and global supplier of high-purity Yeast Beta Glucan, dedicated to providing top-tier natural ingredients for the dietary supplement, functional food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. Backed by extensive industry expertise and rigorous quality control, our state-of-the-art facilities deliver consistently potent and reliable botanical extracts. We empower formulators, brand owners, and distributors with scalable, premium-grade raw materials to drive product innovation and market success.
Product Overview and Botanical Source
Yeast Beta Glucan is a naturally occurring polysaccharide predominantly found in the cell walls of baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) and certain fungi. Recognized for its exceptional biological activity, it is highly valued in nutraceutical and cosmeceutical formulations. The primary active structure features a backbone of β-(1→3)-linked glucose units with β-(1→6)-linked side chains, a conformation scientifically proven to interact with macrophage receptors, thereby triggering robust immune responses and exhibiting profound systemic health benefits.
Product Specifications and Physicochemical Properties
Our Yeast Beta Glucan is manufactured to exacting standards, ensuring optimal purity, stability, and performance across diverse applications.
- Product Name: Yeast Beta Glucan
- CAS Number: 9051-09-2
- Source Material: Saccharomyces cerevisiae (Baker's Yeast)
- Assay: 99% (Tested via HPLC)
- Grade: Food Grade / Pharmaceutical Grade
- Appearance: Yellowish to yellow-brown fine powder
- Solubility & Dispersion: Insoluble in water; forms a stable, uniform suspension. Highly compatible with aqueous and lipid-based delivery systems when properly homogenized.
- Stability: Highly stable under normal storage conditions; resistant to oxidation and thermal degradation within recommended parameters.
Advanced Extraction Process and Quality Assurance
At Extract Warehouse, the production of our Yeast Beta Glucan involves a sophisticated, multi-step extraction and purification process. We utilize proprietary physical and enzymatic hydrolysis techniques to gently break down the yeast cell wall, ensuring the preservation of the critical 1,3/1,6-β-glucan molecular structure. This is followed by rigorous washing, separation, and low-temperature drying processes to eliminate residual yeast proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids, resulting in a highly purified, hypoallergenic, and bioactive end product.
Our facility operates under stringent Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing—including HPLC for assay verification, heavy metal screening, and microbiological profiling—to guarantee absolute consistency, traceability, and safety.
Key Functional Benefits and Biological Activities
Extensive scientific research underscores the multifaceted health-promoting properties of high-purity Yeast Beta Glucan:
- Advanced Immune Modulation: Acts as a potent biological response modifier. It binds to specific complement receptor 3 (CR3) and toll-like receptors on macrophages and neutrophils, effectively enhancing the body’s innate immune defense mechanisms and promoting systemic immune homeostasis.
- Metabolic Health & Lipid Regulation: Clinically recognized for its ability to modulate blood lipids. It effectively inhibits the absorption of dietary cholesterol, aids in lowering serum LDL cholesterol levels, and supports overall cardiovascular health. Furthermore, it exhibits a regulatory effect on postprandial blood glucose levels, making it a valuable ingredient for glycemic management.
- Cellular Protection & Detoxification: Exhibits remarkable anti-radiation properties and assists in the neutralization and elimination of chemical toxins, thereby reducing oxidative stress and supporting hepatic detoxification pathways.
- Antioxidant & Tissue Repair: Functions as a potent free radical scavenger. In tissue repair applications, it accelerates wound healing, promotes cellular regeneration, and supports the reconstruction of the extracellular matrix.
Industry Applications and Formulation Compatibility
Extract Warehouse provides versatile Yeast Beta Glucan tailored for a wide spectrum of commercial applications:
- Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Ideal for capsule, tablet, softgel, and gummy formulations targeting immune support, cardiovascular health, and metabolic wellness.
- Functional Foods & Beverages: Can be incorporated into health bars, dairy alternatives, powdered drinks, and bakery products to enhance nutritional profiles without compromising taste or texture.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Highly sought after in anti-aging creams, serums, and wound-healing ointments. It stimulates dermal collagen and elastin synthesis, accelerates skin barrier repair, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and protects against environmental stressors and UV-induced damage.
- Pharmaceuticals: Utilized as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) or excipient in drug delivery systems and clinical therapeutics.
Certifications and Analytical Documentation
We are committed to global regulatory compliance and transparency. The following certifications and comprehensive product documentation are available for our Yeast Beta Glucan to facilitate seamless regulatory submissions and build consumer trust:
- Quality & Safety Management: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000, HACCP, FDA registered facility.
- Dietary & Religious Compliance: HALAL, KOSHER, VEGAN.
- Technical & Safety Documents: BSE/TSE free, Non-GMO, MSDS, Allergen-free declaration, Comprehensive Contaminants Analysis (Heavy metals, pesticides, residual solvents, and microbiological limits).
Packaging, Storage, and Shipping Details
To maintain the integrity and potency of our ingredients, we offer flexible, industry-standard packaging solutions designed for secure global transit and long-term storage.
- Small Scale / R&D: 5 Grams to 2 KG – Packaged in high-barrier aluminum foil bags.
- Mid-Size / Pilot: 5 KG – Packaged in 2 aluminum tins with an outer protective box.
- Commercial / Bulk: 25 KG – Packaged in fiber drums.
- Drum Dimensions: 54 cm × 37 cm × 37 cm (Volume: 0.07 CBM)
- Net Weight: 25 KG
- Gross Weight: 28 KG
Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use. Under proper storage conditions, the product maintains its optimal potency and stability for its designated shelf life.
Why Choose Extract Warehouse for Your Yeast Beta Glucan Sourcing?
Partnering with Extract Warehouse means securing a reliable supply chain backed by manufacturing excellence. Our local, vertically integrated factory and advanced in-house R&D laboratory allow us to offer unparalleled product consistency, competitive pricing, and the flexibility to customize particle sizes, bulk densities, and specific assay requirements to meet your unique formulation needs.
Whether you are a contract manufacturer, a global brand owner, or a raw material distributor, we provide the technical support, documentation, and premium quality required to elevate your product portfolio.
Contact Us for Custom Quotes and Sample Requests
We invite procurement specialists and formulators to experience the Extract Warehouse difference. Free samples are available for rigorous bench testing and formulation trials.
For inquiries, technical data sheets (TDS), certificates of analysis (COA), or bulk pricing, please contact our dedicated sales team:
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