Technical Data Sheet (TDS) - Pink Peppercorn Extract (>30% alpha-Phellandrene)

Pink Peppercorn Extract (>30% alpha-Phellandrene) — English (v1)

Manufacturer: AltraFlora

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Product information

  • Product Name: Pink peppercorn CO₂ extract (origin: Madagascar), PN AF-SCTR1TSF
  • Scientific name: Schinus terebinthifolius
  • Parts utilized for extraction: Berries (dried)
  • Appearance: Clear, pale-yellow mobile liquid
  • Aroma: Intense, bright peppery and resinous, with a sweet fruity top
  • Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol and fixed oils

Raw material specification

AnalysisMethodResult
Total ash for herbPh. Eur. (2.4.16)<4%
PesticidesGC/MS, LC-MS/MSComplies with Ph. Eur. (2.8.13)
Aflatoxins (G1, G2, B1, B2)AOAC 999.07Complies with Ph. Eur. (2.8.18)
Ochratoxin AAOAC 2004.10Complies with Ph. Eur. (2.8.22)
Benzo(a)pyrene (PAH)JOSS 2002 25, pp. 96–100<10 ppb

Extract specification

AnalysisMethod SpecificationResult
Major components:GC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)
α-PhellandreneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)min. 30 %37.82 %
α-PineneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)8 – 16 %11.24 %
LimoneneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)6 – 15 %10.87 %
δ-3-CareneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)3.0 – 9.0 %6.16 %
β-CopaeneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)2.0 – 8.0 %5.25 %
(E)-CaryophylleneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)1.0 – 6.0 %3.31 %
p-CymeneGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)1.0 – 5.0 %2.76 %
TOTALGC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)min. 70 %77.41 %
Identified compounds (GC-FID area)GC-FID, area normalisation (AF-LABGC003)min. 90 %97.11 %
Arsenic (As)ICP-OES (In-house method)N.D. (< 1 ppm)N.D.
Cadmium (Cd)ICP-OES (In-house method)N.D. (< 3 ppm)N.D.
Lead (Pb)ICP-OES (In-house method)N.D. (< 1 ppm)N.D.
Mercury (Hg)ICP-OES (In-house method)N.D. (< 0.1 ppm)N.D.
Total aerobic microbial count (cfu/g)ISO 4833-1<10000Complies
Yeast & mold (cfu/g)ISO 21527-2<100Complies
Escherichia coliISO 16649-2N.D. (in 1 g)N.D.
SalmonellaISO 6579N.D. (in 25 g)N.D.
Pseudomonas aeruginosaISO 13720N.D. (in 1 g)N.D.
Staphylococcus aureusISO 6888-1N.D. (in 1 g)N.D.

Additional data

  • Storage conditions: Store in cool and dry place, keep away from intense light and high heat.
  • Carrier: None. This is a pure, undiluted CO₂ extract.
  • Packaging: 1–5 kg/bottle, 10–25–50 kg/drum.
  • Shelf life: 24 months
  • Dosage and use: This is the first-stage supercritical CO₂ extract of Madagascan pink peppercorn — the aromatic fraction, taken off at low pressure before the fixed oil is recovered in a second stage. It is supplied undiluted as a formulation raw material for fine fragrance, flavour houses, gin and aperitif producers, and premium personal care. α-Phellandrene dominates at above 30 %, with α-pinene and limonene supplying the fresh terpenic lift and a sesquiterpene tail giving persistence. Dose to effect: in flavour applications the material is typically used well below 0.05 %, and in fragrance at 0.1–2.0 % of the concentrate. Botanically this is Schinus terebinthifolius and not a true pepper; persons with a known cashew or mango allergy should avoid skin contact.

Values above are transcribed from the PDF below, which remains the authoritative document. Results are from the batch named in the PDF.