Red Yeast Rice Powder 0.4% Monacolin K Monascus Purpureus

Product Name

Red Yeast Rice Powder (0.4% Monacolin K Concentrate)

Common Name

Fermented Red Rice Powder, Monascus Purpureus Extract (Food Supplement Grade)

Source

Monascus purpureus(Fujian Gutian, China – traditional fermentation, 200-400m altitude, non-GMO, pesticide-free)

Fermentation Technology

Controlled solid-state fermentation (30°C, 7-day) → Ultrasound-assisted extraction → Membrane filtration (retain 95% actives)

Active Components

Monacolin K ≥0.4% (HPLC, CAS 75330-75-1), Total Monacolins ≥1.2% (HPLC), Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) ≥0.3% (HPLC), 10:1 ratio (standard)

Appearance

Fine reddish-purple powder (80 mesh, 100% water-soluble, mild fermented aroma)

Specification

Monacolin K 0.4% (standard); Custom: 0.2%-1.0% (HPLC); Moisture ≤8%, Ash ≤5%

Grade

Food Supplement Grade (complies with FCC, EU Novel Food)

Certifications

ISO 22000, HACCP, Non-GMO, Halal, Kosher, USDA Organic, 3rd-party SGS report

Shelf Life

24 months (sealed, 2-8°C storage, RH <60%, protected from light)

Packaging

1kg/foil bag (aluminum-lined), 25kg/fiber drum (inner PE liner); custom sizes

MOQ

1kg (free 10g sample with COA, HPLC report, 3 formulation guides)

Cardiovascular Support

Monacolin K inhibits HMG-CoA reductase (↓15-20% LDL cholesterol in meta-analysis, JAMA Intern Med, 2022); supports lipid balance

Cholesterol support capsules, heart health blends

Metabolic Wellness

GABA + monacolins regulate insulin sensitivity (↓12% fasting glucose in trials, Diabetes Care, 2023); aids metabolic balance

Metabolic syndrome supplements, prediabetes support

Anti-Inflammatory Action

Total monacolins reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines (↓25% TNF-α in animal models, Phytomedicine, 2022)

Anti-inflammatory powders, joint health formulas

Natural Colorant

Vibrant reddish-purple hue (E163 equivalent), stable in pH 3-7; clean-label alternative to synthetic dyes

Fermented foods, rice wine, natural cosmetics

Dietary Supplements

Cholesterol support capsules, metabolic balance softgels, anti-inflammatory tablets

200-500mg per serving

Functional Foods

Fermented rice snacks, GABA-fortified porridge, lipid-balancing bars

2%-5% of dry ingredients

Beverages

Fermented red rice tea, cholesterol-support drinks, metabolic wellness shots

3%-8% of total formulation

Natural Colorants

Rice wine, fermented sauces, natural cosmetics (lip/cheek tints)

0.5%-2% of formulation

Purity Testing

3rd-party SGS verified: Monacolin K ≥0.4% ±0.05% (HPLC), Total monacolins ≥1.2% ±0.1% (HPLC), GABA ≥0.3% ±0.02% (HPLC); Heavy metals (Pb ≤0.5ppm, As ≤0.2ppm); Microbes (TPC ≤10,000 CFU/g, Yeast/Mold ≤100 CFU/g)

Safety Testing

Salmonella/ E. coli negative (per batch); Aflatoxins <2ppb (EU limit)

Compliance

FCC 21 CFR 182.10, EU Novel Food (EU 2015/2283), USDA NOP, EU Organic 834/2007

Customization

Adjust monacolin K (0.2%-1.0%), blend with CoQ10 (heart synergy), or add omega-3 (lipid support)

OEM/ODM

Private label packaging, formulation support (e.g., +plant sterols for cholesterol management)

Supply Chain

Annual capacity 100+ tons; 3-5 days lead time (in stock); Fuzhou Port shipping