Red Yeast Rice Extract is a fermented functional raw material produced by culturing rice with carefully screened specific Monascus yeast strains. Thanks to its unique natural composition and fully plant-derived origin, it is widely applied in food production, dietary supplement development, and various functional ingredient usage scenarios. As a seasoned manufacturer and supplier, China Extract Warehouse delivers standardized Red Yeast Rice Extract that features stable quality and consistently reliable supply capacity. Our production facility adopts strictly regulated fermentation workflows paired with cutting-edge extraction technologies, to guarantee steady active ingredient content, high purity, and full batch-to-batch uniformity. Backed by rigorous quality management protocols and a fully traceable full production chain, our products are formulated to meet global industry regulatory requirements, catering to B2B clients across the world. We support large volume order fulfillment, custom specification adjustments, and long-term strategic cooperation to match diverse market demands.
✅ Professional manufacturing and supply entity operating a dedicated controlled Monascus fermentation production site
✅ Mature, optimized fermentation process guarantees consistent product quality across all batches
✅ 100% natural raw material base, with broad application scope in food and supplement lines
✅ Full bulk supply capacity, alongside flexible OEM and customized solution services
✅ Trustworthy, fully developed global distribution and supply chain system
Basic Product Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Red Yeast Rice Extract |
| Alternative Common Name | Monascus Purpureus Extract |
| Available Specification | 1%-3% Lovastatin (tested via HPLC methodology) |
| Appearance | Deep dark red fine powder |
| Sample Policy | Complimentary free samples provided |
| Extraction Method | Food-grade solvent extraction |
| Utilized Raw Material Part | Rice seed (grain) |
| Place of Origin | Hebei Province, China |
| Compliance Standard | CP2015 (Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2015 Edition) |
| Held Certifications | ISO system certification, Halal certification, Kosher certification, SGS third-party test report |
| Official Supplier | China Extract Warehouse |
| Applicable Grade | Food grade and medical supplement grade |
Red Yeast Rice Extract is a very common core raw material in nutraceutical formulations and functional food product development, as its beneficial active compounds are generated naturally during the controlled fermentation process. It is highly valued for its role in supporting overall daily wellness, and is frequently added into products designed to deliver balanced nutritional intake and support healthy lifestyle management. For regular food use cases, it can also act as a natural colorant alongside its functional benefits. As a trusted manufacturing and supply partner, our facility enforces fully standardized fermentation workflows and strict consistent quality control, making this extract perfectly suitable for processing into capsules, tablets, standalone powder sachets, and all kinds of finished functional food products. All end-use applications must fully comply with local regional regulatory requirements and relevant formulation guidelines.
Key Application Areas of Red Yeast Rice Extract
- Widely deployed as a core raw material in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector
- A popular functional ingredient choice for the health and wellness food industry
- Suitable for use in the functional beverage production industry
Reference Certificate of Analysis
| Testing Category | Testing Item | Preset Specification | Actual Test Result | Adopted Testing Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient Testing | Assay: Total Monacolin K (% w/w) | ≥ 3.0% | 3.15% | HPLC |
| Acid-form Monacolin K (% w/w) | ≥ 1.8% | 2.05% | HPLC | |
| Lactone-form Monacolin K (% w/w) | ≤ 1.2% | 1.1% | HPLC | |
| Physical Property Testing | Appearance | Fine flowing powder | Compliant | Visual Inspection |
| Color | Red-purple tone | Compliant | Visual Inspection | |
| Odor | Distinct characteristic product scent | Compliant | Organoleptic Assessment | |
| Sieve Granularity | 100% passes 80-mesh screen | Compliant | 80-Mesh Sieve Test | |
| Loss on Drying | Max 5% | 4.27% | Chinese Pharmacopoeia (CPh) Standard | |
| Total Ash Content | Max 5% | 2.68% | Chinese Pharmacopoeia (CPh) Standard | |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in hydro-alcohol solutions | Compliant | Visual Assessment | |
| Radiation Treatment | Electron beam processing | Compliant | / | |
| Chemical Safety Testing | Citrinin Content (mg/kg) | Negative (Undetected) | Negative | HPLC |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm | Compliant | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy | |
| Arsenic (As) | <1 ppm | Compliant | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy | |
| Mercury (Hg) | <0.5 ppm | Compliant | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy | |
| Lead (Pb) | <2 ppm | Compliant | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy | |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO | Compliant | / | |
| Pesticide Residue | Meets USP Regulatory Limits | Compliant | Gas Chromatography | |
| Microbiological Safety Testing | Total Aerobic Bacteria Count | Max 10,000 cfu/g | Compliant | AOAC Standard Method |
| Yeast & Mold Count | Max 300 cfu/g | Compliant | AOAC Standard Method | |
| E. Coli Presence | Negative | Negative | AOAC Standard Method | |
| Salmonella Presence | Negative | Negative | AOAC Standard Method |
Why Source Red Yeast Rice Extract From China Extract Warehouse?
China Extract Warehouse is a specialized supplier of plant-derived active ingredients with over 14 years of deep industry experience. We have focused our efforts for years on independent R&D and mass production of natural Red Yeast Rice Extract, with our 1%-3% Lovastatin specification extracted purely from fermented red yeast rice. Our product combines premium quality and competitive pricing, we fully support third-party independent professional testing, and the material can be legally used across food, dietary supplement and other relevant industries. Apart from Red Yeast Rice Extract, our product portfolio also covers other natural plant extracts including Green Tea Extract, Green Coffee Bean Extract, Ginger Extract and more. Feel free to reach out to our team at any time for inquiries!
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What core active components are contained in Red Yeast Rice Extract?
This extract carries a range of fermentation-generated compounds including natural Monascus pigments and other beneficial bioactive substances, all of which are widely recognized as official quality assessment indicators for the ingredient.
❓ How do I select a high-quality Red Yeast Rice Extract manufacturer?
You should prioritize the following standards: strictly controlled full fermentation processes, full availability of official COA and individual batch test reports, proven long-term stability and consistency of active ingredient levels, verified factory production capacity and complete production traceability systems.
❓ Is Red Yeast Rice Extract classified as food grade?
Yes, it is most commonly manufactured to food grade specifications, and can be used in finished food and supplement products as long as usage meets relevant local regional regulatory rules.
❓ What is the production workflow for Red Yeast Rice Extract?
It is manufactured by carrying out strictly controlled fermentation of rice using the specified Monascus yeast strains, after which it goes through sequential extraction, concentration, and drying processing steps all run in a standardized, regulated production environment.
❓ What is the difference between raw Red Yeast Rice and its concentrated extract?
Regular Red Yeast Rice refers to the original basic fermented rice product, while the extract is a concentrated, standardized finished material with strictly regulated and controlled active ingredient content, suitable for industrial formulation use.
❓ Do you provide bulk order supply and OEM services?
Absolutely. As an experienced manufacturer and supplier, we offer full large volume bulk delivery, custom OEM services, and fully adjusted custom specification solutions for clients across the whole world.
❓ Can I get free product samples before confirming a bulk purchase?
Of course. We provide complimentary samples for your internal testing and product performance evaluation before you place any large commercial orders.
