Liposomal Vitamin D3 Ingredient Bulk — Vegan, Lichen-Derived Supplier Guide
Liposomal vitamin D3 in bulk is supplied in Malaysia by Bionutricia Extract, Southeast Asia's only manufacturer with Herbosomal® technology — our registered-trademark liposomal encapsulation and sustained-release platform (patent-pending, PI2023005773). Our Liposomal D3 differs from most of the market in one decisive way: the vitamin D3 is derived from lichen, not lanolin — so it is genuinely vegan, free of animal derivatives, and clean for halal review. It is a light-yellow, water-soluble powder standardised to more than 250,000 IU of vitamin D3 per gram — a high-potency grade — made at our Sungai Buloh, Selangor facility and shipped with a Certificate of Analysis on every lot. Pack sizes run 50 g to 5 kg with a 2-year shelf life, and bulk pricing is on quotation.
Quick facts for formulators
- Product: Liposomal D3 · constituent: phyto-nutrient
- D3 source: lichen-derived (vegan) — NOT lanolin / sheep wool
- Potency: >250,000 IU vitamin D3 per gram (high-potency grade)
- Inclusion rate: set to your target IU — ≈20 mg delivers ≈5,000 IU
- Form: light yellow, non free-flowing powder · characteristic odour
- Solubility: soluble in water · Particle size: >95% through 20 mesh · pH: 6–7 · Moisture: <10%
- Clean label: vegan & vegetarian, no animal derivatives, non-GMO, gluten-free (<20 ppm), not irradiated, not a novel food, no Annex II allergens
- Heavy metals: As <0.1 · Pb <0.2 · Hg <0.05 · Cd <0.5 · Sb <0.5 ppm
- Pack sizes: 50 g · 150 g · 1 kg · 5 kg · Shelf life: 2 years properly stored
- Certifications: JAKIM Halal · FSSC 22000 · US FDA registered · GMP · HACCP · MeSTI · NanoVerify · COA per lot
- Origin: Malaysia · MOQ & pricing: on quotation
Who supplies liposomal vitamin D3 in bulk in Malaysia?
For an immunity or bone-health brand sourcing this ingredient, the short answer is a certified Malaysian manufacturer with genuine liposomal encapsulation capability and complete batch documentation. Bionutricia Extract is Southeast Asia's only botanical-ingredient manufacturer with the Herbosomal® encapsulation platform, which means the Liposomal D3 is encapsulated in-house rather than bought in, blended or re-labelled. You deal with one supplier for the encapsulation, the specification and the certification paperwork, and every lot is traceable to our Selangor facility.
The lichen difference — why our D3 is genuinely vegan
This is the point most buyers miss. The overwhelming majority of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) on the world market is produced from lanolin — the grease from sheep's wool. That makes conventional D3 an animal-derived ingredient, which creates two problems for a modern formulator: it cannot be labelled vegan, and it invites additional scrutiny in halal review because of its animal origin.
Bionutricia's vitamin D3 is derived from lichen instead. The specification confirms the product is suitable for vegetarians and vegans and is free of any animal products or derivatives. For brands building plant-based, vegan-certified or halal-forward products — and for GCC importers who scrutinise animal-origin inputs closely — that single sourcing decision removes a whole category of friction. You get a D3 that is vegan by construction, not vegan by exception.
| Factor | Conventional D3 (lanolin) | Bionutricia Liposomal D3 (lichen) |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Sheep wool grease (animal-derived) | Lichen (vegan) |
| Vegan claim | Not possible | Yes — free of animal products & derivatives |
| Halal review | Animal-origin scrutiny applies | Plant-based input; facility-level JAKIM Halal |
| Delivery format | Typically oil or standard beadlet | Herbosomal® liposomal powder, water-soluble |
| Potency | Varies | >250,000 IU/g, confirmed per lot on COA |
Why liposomal? The bioavailability question
Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble micronutrient, which makes it awkward to formulate into water-based systems and sensitive to oxygen, light and heat. Liposomal encapsulation wraps the molecule in a phospholipid bilayer — a liposome — which is intended to shield the ingredient and support more efficient uptake, while turning a fat-soluble vitamin into something that dissolves in water. That is exactly what our spec confirms: soluble in water, >95% through 20 mesh, pH 6–7 — so it drops straight into beverages, effervescents, stick-packs and dry blends without the formulation gymnastics an oily D3 demands. Our Herbosomal® platform is designed to deliver up to 2× bioavailability versus standard formats; see What Is Herbosomal® Encapsulation? for the full technology explainer.
Liposomal D3 — full specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product name | Liposomal D3 |
| Constituent | Phyto-nutrient — lichen-derived vitamin D3 (vegan, non-lanolin) |
| Delivery technology | Herbosomal® liposomal encapsulation & sustained release (registered trademark; patent-pending PI2023005773) |
| Vitamin D3 content | > 250,000 IU/g (high-potency grade) |
| Form / colour | Light yellow, non free-flowing powder |
| Odour | Characteristic |
| Inclusion rate | Set to the target IU of the finished formulation — at >250,000 IU/g, ≈20 mg delivers ≈5,000 IU |
| Moisture content | < 10% |
| pH value | 6 – 7 |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Particle size | > 95% pass through 20 mesh |
| Heavy metals | Arsenic <0.1, Lead <0.2, Mercury <0.05, Cadmium <0.5, Antimony <0.5 ppm |
| Microbiology | APC <10⁴ cfu/g · Yeast & mould <10³ cfu/g · Coliforms <10² cfu/g · E. coli absent (1 g) · S. aureus absent (1 g) |
| Clean label | Vegan/vegetarian, no animal derivatives, non-GMO, gluten-free (<20 ppm), not irradiated, not a novel food, no Annex II allergens |
| Certifications | JAKIM Halal, FSSC 22000, US FDA registered, GMP, HACCP, MeSTI, NanoVerify |
| Pack sizes | 50 g, 150 g, 1 kg, 5 kg |
| Shelf life | 2 years when properly stored |
| Country of origin | Malaysia |
| MOQ / bulk pricing | On quotation |
The exact vitamin D3 assay is confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis for each production lot.
Applications, handling & how to order
Liposomal D3 is supplied as a raw ingredient for B2B and OEM formulators building immune-support, bone and general-wellness products, and it pairs naturally with vitamin C, minerals or other actives in a single formulation. Because it is water-soluble and neutral in pH, it suits ready-to-drink beverages, effervescents, single-serve sachets, stick packs and dry mixes; it can be consumed directly or mixed into water with constant stirring. Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from pest infestation for the full 2-year shelf life. To order, request a sample and the current spec sheet, confirm your target inclusion rate — at >250,000 IU/g, roughly 20 mg delivers about 5,000 IU — then place a bulk order. MOQ, tiered pricing and lead time are provided on quotation, and each lot ships with its COA plus the halal and export documentation your import market requires. Bionutricia supplies the bulk ingredient for formulation; it does not supply finished consumer dosage forms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who supplies liposomal vitamin D3 in bulk in Malaysia?
A: Bionutricia Extract supplies bulk Liposomal D3 from its facility in Selangor, Malaysia, using its Herbosomal® liposomal encapsulation and sustained-release technology. The D3 is lichen-derived and vegan, standardised to >250,000 IU/g, with a Certificate of Analysis on every lot.
Q: Is your vitamin D3 vegan, and where is it derived from?
A: Yes. Our vitamin D3 comes from lichen, not lanolin (sheep wool), which is the conventional D3 source. The specification confirms the product is suitable for vegetarians and vegans and is free of any animal products or derivatives — a meaningful advantage for vegan, plant-based and halal-focused brands.
Q: How much vitamin D3 does the ingredient contain?
A: More than 250,000 IU per gram — a high-potency grade, so a small inclusion goes a long way. At that potency roughly 20 mg delivers about 5,000 IU. The exact assay is confirmed on the COA for each lot.
Q: Is it halal certified, and is it water-soluble?
A: Yes. It is produced under facility-level JAKIM Halal certification alongside FSSC 22000, GMP, HACCP, US FDA registration, MeSTI and NanoVerify. It is soluble in water (>95% through 20 mesh), so it suits beverages, sachets and dry blends.
Q: What pack sizes, MOQ and shelf life are available?
A: Pack sizes are 50 g, 150 g, 1 kg and 5 kg, with a 2-year shelf life when properly stored. Bulk MOQ, tiered pricing and lead time are provided on quotation.
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Ready to source vegan liposomal vitamin D3 at scale? Contact Bionutricia Extract for bulk pricing, COA, and FSSC 22000 documentation. Email: ng@bio-nutricia.com | bionutriciaextract.com/contact
