Curcumin Powder (95% curcuminoids) Natural Grade

• Product Name: Curcumin Powder (95% Curcuminoids)
• INCI Name: Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
• Botanical Source: Curcuma longa L. — Turmeric
• Common Names: Curcumin, Turmeric Extract, Curcuminoids, Natural Curcumin
• CAS Number: 458-37-7 (Curcumin I); 33171-05-0 (Demethoxycurcumin); 24939-16-0 (Bisdemethoxycurcumin)
• Source: Natural — ethanol extraction from Curcuma longa root; NOT synthetic
• Extraction Method: Ethanol extraction, ethyl acetate purification
• Extraction Ratio: 40:1 (40kg of raw turmeric root per 1kg of extract)
• Grade: Cosmetic Grade / Nutritional Supplement Grade — natural source
• Assay (Total Curcuminoids by HPLC): 95.01% — COA confirmed (spec: NLT 95.0%)
• Curcumin I: 63.24% — COA confirmed
• Curcumin II (Demethoxycurcumin): 15.56% — COA confirmed
• Curcumin III (Bisdemethoxycurcumin): 16.21% — COA confirmed
• Appearance: Yellow-orange powder — COA confirmed
• Odour: Characteristic turmeric/earthy aroma
• Melting Point (Curcuminoids): 172–178°C — COA confirmed
• Particle Size: 95.6% through 80 mesh (NLT 80% spec) — COA confirmed; very fine
• Loss on Drying: 0.53% (spec: NMT 2%) — COA confirmed; exceptionally dry
• Residue on Ignition: 0.2% (spec: NMT 1%) — COA confirmed
• Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, acetone, and glacial acetic acid; poorly soluble in water (oil-soluble for cosmetic purposes)
• Heavy Metals: Lead 1 mg/kg, Arsenic 1 mg/kg, Cadmium 1 mg/kg, Mercury 0.1 mg/kg — all at specification — COA confirmed
• Total Plate Count: Conforms (≤1,000 cfu/g) — COA confirmed
• Total Yeast & Mould: Conforms (≤100 cfu/g) — COA confirmed
• Coliforms: Conforms (≤3 MPN/g) — COA confirmed
• E. Coli: Negative — COA confirmed
• Phase: Oil phase in cosmetic emulsions — dissolve in warm oils or use with a solubiliser for aqueous formulations
• Shelf Life: 24 months from manufacture
• Storage: Store in a tight, light-resistant container away from direct sunlight, moisture, and excessive heat

NATURAL vs SYNTHETIC CURCUMIN — WHY IT MATTERS

This product is naturally derived Curcumin extracted from Curcuma longa turmeric root. This distinction is important for several reasons:

Natural Curcumin provides the full curcuminoid profile:

Natural turmeric extraction produces three curcuminoids — Curcumin I (the most abundant, 63.24% in this batch), Curcumin II (Demethoxycurcumin, 15.56%), and Curcumin III (Bisdemethoxycurcumin, 16.21%). Research suggests the three curcuminoids work synergistically and that the combination may have broader biological activity than Curcumin I alone.

Synthetic Curcumin is typically Curcumin I only:

Synthetic curcumin is chemically produced to yield predominantly or exclusively Curcumin I. It does not contain the natural curcuminoid profile found in turmeric root extract.

For cosmetic formulation and natural product positioning:

Natural-source curcumin extracted from Curcuma longa root allows you to list Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract on your INCI ingredient declaration — a recognisable, consumer-trusted botanical name. Synthetic curcumin would be listed differently and does not carry the same natural botanical provenance.

For INCI labelling:

Our natural Curcumin Powder should be declared as: Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract

RECOMMENDED USAGE RATES

Cold Process Soap (as natural colourant and active)

• Rate: 0.1–0.5% of total oil weight
• Pre-dissolve in warm carrier oil before adding to oils phase
• Produces beautiful warm golden to deep yellow soap colour
• Stable through saponification — good colour retention in finished bars

Hot Process Soap

• Rate: 0.1–0.5% — add at cool-down stage for best colour

Facial Serums and Oil Blends

• Rate: 0.1–1.0%
• Pre-dissolve in warm carrier oil; add to oil phase
• Lower rates (0.1–0.3%) for minimal yellow tint in finished product; higher rates for visible golden colour

Face Creams and Body Lotions

• Rate: 0.1–0.5% of total formulation
• Pre-dissolve in ethanol or propylene glycol for water-phase incorporation

Face Masks (clay or gel)

• Rate: 0.5–2.0%
• Produces vivid golden mask colour beloved in turmeric face mask products
• Rinse-off application; high-impact visual and perceived benefit

Bath Bombs

• Rate: 0.1–0.5% of total dry weight
• Pre-dissolve in a small amount of carrier oil before mixing into dry blend
• Produces warm golden bath water colour

Natural Soap Colourant

• One of the most popular and effective natural yellow-orange soap colourants available — used by Australian soap makers to achieve golden, turmeric, and warm earthy tones without synthetic dyes

Body Scrubs and Exfoliants

• Rate: 0.5–2.0%
• The traditional turmeric body scrub is one of the oldest skincare preparations in Ayurvedic tradition

• Cosmetic and nutritional supplement grade — natural source, safe for intended cosmetic and supplement applications at recommended concentrations
• Potent yellow-orange pigment — will stain skin, nails, clothing, work surfaces, and equipment; wear gloves and protective clothing during handling; use stainless steel or glass equipment; avoid contact with porous surfaces
• Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs rinse thoroughly with water for several minutes
• May produce temporary skin staining at higher concentrations in leave-on formulations — patch test and use within recommended rates
• Contains turmeric derivatives — individuals with known Curcuma longa or ginger family (Zingiberaceae) allergy should exercise caution; patch test recommended
• Heavy metals at specification limits on COA — all within permitted cosmetic use ranges; confirm suitability for your specific finished product safety assessment
• Not for ingestion as a standalone supplement without appropriate formulation and medical guidance
• Keep out of reach of children
• Store sealed in a light-resistant container — curcumin is photosensitive; UV light causes degradation and colour fading; always store away from direct sunlight

What is the INCI name for Curcumin Powder?

The correct INCI name for naturally derived curcumin extracted from Curcuma longa is Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract. This must appear on your finished cosmetic product ingredient list when selling in Australia under AICIS requirements. This natural source INCI name is a recognised and trusted botanical declaration for clean beauty and natural cosmetic product labelling.

Is this curcumin natural or synthetic?

This is 100% naturally derived curcumin — extracted from Curcuma longa (turmeric) roots using food-grade ethanol solvent at a 40:1 extraction ratio. It is not synthetic. The COA confirms botanical source (Curcuma longa L.), extraction method (ethanol), and part used (root). It contains the full natural three-curcuminoid profile (Curcumin I, II, and III) as found in turmeric root, which distinguishes it from synthetic curcumin which typically provides only Curcumin I.

Why does Curcumin stain everything yellow?

Curcumin is one of the most potent natural pigments known — it was historically used as a fabric dye before finding its role in food and cosmetics. The yellow-orange colour comes from the conjugated double bond system in its chemical structure that absorbs blue light and reflects yellow-orange. This makes it an outstanding natural soap colourant but requires careful handling to avoid staining skin, nails, clothing, and work surfaces. Always wear gloves and use dedicated equipment when working with curcumin powder.

Can I use Curcumin to colour cold process soap?

Yes — curcumin is one of the most popular and effective natural yellow-orange colourants for cold process soap. At 0.1–0.5% of total oil weight, pre-dissolved in warm carrier oil, it produces a beautiful warm golden to deep amber soap colour that is stable through saponification. The colour is consistent, striking, and natural — ideal for turmeric soap, honey soap, and any warm golden product positioning. It pairs visually with lemongrass, orange, and spice fragrances.

Will Curcumin dissolve in my water-phase formulation?

Not directly — curcumin is oil-soluble and poorly water-soluble. For water-based toners, gels, and lotions, pre-dissolve in a small amount of ethanol or propylene glycol first, then add to the formulation. For clear aqueous formulations where visible colour is undesirable, nano-emulsified curcumin liquid preparations are available and more appropriate. In standard O/W emulsions, the oil-phase dissolution method works well.

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