The fruit is harvested and prepared for extraction; raw-material handling varies by producer and grade.
Nutrifena Ingredients
Monk Fruit Extract
A high-intensity botanical sweetening ingredient used in food, beverage and supplement formulations.
Supporting food manufacturers, private label companies and ingredient buyers throughout the United States.
Overview
Monk Fruit Extract technical information and applications
Monk fruit extract is produced from the fruit of Siraitia grosvenorii, also known as luo han guo. Its characteristic sweetness comes primarily from compounds called mogrosides, and commercial grades can differ substantially in mogroside concentration, carrier system and sensory profile.
Food and beverage developers use monk fruit extract in reduced-sugar and alternative-sweetener systems. Because it is a high-intensity sweetener, it is normally evaluated as part of a complete sweetness system rather than as a direct one-for-one replacement for sugar.
The appropriate grade and use level depend on the target sweetness, flavor profile, product base, processing conditions and labeling requirements. Buyers should confirm extract strength, composition, solubility and documentation for the selected SKU before production.
Manufacturing process
How this ingredient is typically produced
The exact process and composition depend on the selected grade and supplier specification.
Water-based extraction separates soluble fruit components, including the sweet mogroside fraction.
The extract is filtered and purified to the target commercial profile.
The concentrated extract may be dried into powder or standardized with a carrier system. Final composition must be confirmed against the supplied specification.
Applications
Common applications
Beverages
Bakery
Confectionery
Dairy products
Dry mixes
Supplements
Product development
Products commonly formulated with this ingredient
Reduced-sugar beverages
Still drinks, flavored waters, powdered beverages and beverage concentrates developed with a validated sweetness system.
Bakery and confectionery
Cookies, bars, fillings and confectionery concepts where sweetness, browning, bulk and texture are balanced separately.
Nutrition and supplement products
Protein powders, drink mixes and other flavored supplement formats requiring a high-intensity sweetener.
Supply information
Forms, packaging and origin
Final commercial details are confirmed for the selected grade, quantity and destination.
Available Forms
Powder
Available Packaging
25 kg bags
Bulk quantities available upon request
Nutrifena SKUs
NTF-000516-25KG · 25 kg
Origin
China
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25 kg
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In Stock2–5 days
On Request2–6 weeks
Documentation
Available upon request
Documentation is supplied according to the selected grade, supplier and lot.
COA
Specification Sheet
SDS
Allergen Statement
Country of Origin
GMO Status
Specifications
Typical purchasing information
Values marked “To be confirmed” are intentionally withheld until an approved supplier specification is available.
Botanical identityTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
Mogroside concentrationTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
Carrier systemTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
AppearanceTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
SolubilityTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
Shelf lifeTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
StorageTo be confirmed against the supplied specification
Country of originChina
Final values are confirmed through the supplier’s Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each production lot.
Industries served
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Buyer questions
Monk Fruit Extract FAQ
What is monk fruit extract?
Monk fruit extract is a botanical ingredient made from Siraitia grosvenorii fruit. Commercial grades are concentrated for sweetness and can differ in mogroside content, carrier and flavor profile.
Can monk fruit extract replace sugar one for one?
No. It is a high-intensity sweetener and does not provide the same bulk, solids, browning or texture as sugar. The complete formulation must be rebalanced and validated.
Which monk fruit grade should I request?
Specify the application, target sweetness, desired label position, processing conditions, quantity and destination. Nutrifena can then confirm the available grade and supporting documentation.
Can monk fruit extract be used in beverages?
It is commonly evaluated in beverages, but the selected grade must be tested for sweetness profile, solubility, stability and compatibility with the finished formulation.
Is technical documentation available?
Documentation is available according to the selected supplier, grade and lot. Request the current specification and lot COA before setting use levels or label declarations.
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