Raw Supplement Ingredient Applied in Natural Extract

• Catalog Alignment & Applications: Sodium alginate (E401) is a critical enabler for natural extract formulations, enabling ionotropic gelation to encapsulate heat-sensitive actives like curcumin in pH-triggered beads (dissolution at pH >6.8). Its film-forming properties also protect light-sensitive ingredients, such as coenzyme Q10 in magnesium tablets, via alginate-glycerol coatings.

• Market Opportunities: The natural extract market is USD 28.5 billion, with plant-based actives growing at 9.2% CAGR (Mordor Intelligence). Adaptogen-mineral blends, like Performance Lab Stress™ (200mg ashwagandha + 400mg magnesium glycinate), demonstrated a 28% reduction in salivary cortisol in a 2024 pilot study. Brands like Garden of Life leverage Non-GMO Project Verified algae extracts for iodine-fortified calcium supplements, addressing consumer concerns about ocean sustainability.