Description
Pure Paw Paw Papaya Leaf Carica papaya Extract must have papain!
Without papain it’s not Pure Papaya Leaf Carica papaya!
Papaya is a plant. Various parts of the plant, such as the leaves, fruit, seed, flower, and root, are used to make medicine. Papaya leaf contains unique plant compounds that have demonstrated broad pharmacological potential in test-tube and animal studies. Although human research is lacking, many papaya leaf preparations, such as teas, extracts, tablets, and juices, are often used to treat illnesses and promote health in numerous ways.
Direction of Use
Add 1 spoonful of extract to your favourite smoothies or drinks or soup. Take 1-2 servings daily. Otherwise, can take it naturally in extract for higher concentration, quicker absorption, easier on the stomach, and more ways to have fun! (Depends on personal preferences)
No harm/chemicals/preservatives, just harmony, manufactured naturally
- Vegan
- Non-GMO
- No Fillers
- No Flavors
- No Additives
- No Preservatives
- No Artificial Colours
- Soy and Gluten Free
Storage
- Keep in a cool & dry place. Avoid sunlight. Fridge would be best.
- Keep away from children.
- Has a shelf life of 24 months, in the original sealed packaging below 25°C, relative humidity below 65% and odour-free conditions.
- Packages should not be in direct contact with walls or floors.
Precaution
- Powder texture may vary. Some powder is fine, while some powder is coarser. Please consider this when ordering.
- Due to the nature of plant / herbal extract, powder may clump due to heat or moisture.
- Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
- If you are pregnant, lactating or taking medications, please consult a physician before taking any nutritional products.
- Colour, taste, and texture may vary from batch to batch.
- Stop using this product if an allergy occurs.
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What is Papaya Leaf Extract Powder?
Papaya leaf extract powder is a standardized extract produced from the leaves of Carica papaya, spray-dried into a fine powder. The leaves contain papain, a naturally occurring enzyme, along with flavonoids and other plant compounds. The powder is used as a botanical ingredient in supplement and functional food formulations. Our papaya leaf extract powder is supplied as a dry bulk ingredient with full specification and batch documentation for B2B customers.
Applications for food, beverage and supplement manufacturers
– Botanical ingredient in dietary supplement capsules and tablets
– Ingredient in functional beverage and herbal tea formulations
– Standardised extract for consistent papain activity and batch specification
– Used in traditional medicine and wellness product formulations
– Technical datasheets with recommended inclusion ranges available on request
Bulk buying checklist (documents and analytical checks)
– Certificate of Analysis (COA) for identity and batch purity
– Heavy metals report (lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury)
– Microbial limits (total plate count, yeast & mould, E. coli, Salmonella)
– Moisture, ash, particle size and marker compound specification
– Allergen declaration and processing aids list
– Packing list and commercial invoice for customs clearance
Supplier & packaging details (B2B terms)
– MOQ and pack sizes: R&D samples to 25 kg vacuum-sealed bags, drums with liners and palletised container loads — contact sales for current MOQ and lead times
– Pack formats: Vacuum-sealed kraft bags, lined drums, or customer-specified primary packaging for private-label projects
– OEM & private-label: Bulk supply, private-label packing and co-packing available; formulation support and finished-product OEM can be arranged through our partner services
– Documentation: COA, specification sheet, packing list and export documentation provided with shipments; halal and other certificates available where applicable
Certifications and quality systems
– Facility-level JAKIM Halal certification where applicable
– GMP and HACCP food-safety management systems in place at manufacturing sites
– FSSC 22000 implemented at primary processing facilities
– Batch COA and analytical reports provided with shipments
B2B FAQ
Q: Can you provide a COA and specification sheet before purchase?
A: Yes. We provide a recent COA and full specification sheet to support regulatory checks and in-house testing.
Q: Are samples available for specification testing?
A: Yes. Production samples and small evaluation packs are available. Contact sales with your intended application so we can match the right product grade.
Q: What are typical lead times?
A: Lead times vary with order size, current stock and destination. Provide required quantity, packaging and delivery address for an accurate estimate.
Q: Do you provide private-label packaging and OEM services?
A: Yes. Private-label and OEM services are available; contact sales to discuss formulation, packaging and regulatory labelling requirements.
Supplier & packaging details
Bionutricia Manufacturing supplies papaya leaf extract powder as a bulk ingredient for supplement and food manufacturers. We provide COA and full specification sheets for every lot, MOQ-friendly pack sizes and private-label/OEM services. Export documentation and halal certificates are available for international shipments.
- COA availability: COA and full specification sheets are provided for every shipped lot on request.
- Specifications: Carica papaya origin, particle size, moisture, ash, and marker compound limits are supplied on the specification sheet.
- MOQ & pack sizes: R&D samples, 25 kg vacuum-sealed bags, drums with liners, and palletised container loads — contact sales for current MOQ.
- Packing options: Vacuum-sealed kraft bags, drums with inner liners, or customer-specified primary packaging for private-label projects.
- OEM & private label: Private-label blending and finished-product OEM services are available via our formulation partners and in-house R&D team.
- Samples: Evaluation samples and R&D packs are available for specification testing.
Application — for food and beverage manufacturers
Papaya leaf extract powder is used as a botanical ingredient across supplement and functional food formulations. Typical applications include dietary supplement capsules and tablets, functional beverages and herbal tea blends, and traditional wellness product formulations. Technical datasheets describing recommended inclusion ranges for formulation stability testing are available on request.
Certifications
- JAKIM Halal certification (facility-level)
- GMP and HACCP food-safety systems
- FSSC 22000 at the manufacturing facility
- COA and batch analytical reports provided with shipments
Frequently asked questions (B2B)
What is the MOQ for papaya leaf extract powder?
MOQ depends on the product format and current stock. We supply single-bag R&D quantities up to full drum, pallet and container loads. Contact sales with your target volume and packaging to receive an MOQ and quotation.
Can you provide a COA and specification sheet before purchase?
Yes. We provide a recent COA for the suggested lot and a full specification sheet to support regulatory checks and in-house testing.
Are samples available for specification testing?
Yes. Production samples and small evaluation packs are available for testing. Contact sales to request a sample and advise the intended application so we can match the right product.
What lead times should I expect?
Lead times vary with order size, stock and destination. Provide required quantity, packaging and delivery address for an accurate delivery estimate.
Read the papaya leaf extract powder bulk buyer’s guide — specifications, MOQ, certifications and OEM details.
OEM / contract manufacturing: Bionutricia Extract supplies this as a bulk ingredient. For finished-product OEM & contract formulation, please visit our sister company bionutricia.com.
What Is Papaya Leaf Extract Powder?
Papaya leaf extract powder is a standardized dry ingredient produced from the leaves of Carica papaya, a tropical fruit tree cultivated across Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The leaves are harvested, washed, and extracted using aqueous methods, then filtered and spray-dried into a fine, free-flowing powder with a characteristic greenish-brown colour. The product is supplied as a bulk dry ingredient with full specification and batch documentation for B2B customers.
The standardisation process ensures consistent papain enzyme activity and marker compound levels across production batches. Unlike crude dried leaf powder, a standardized extract concentrates the key functional components — papain, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds — into a uniform powder with reproducible specification values. This consistency is essential for formulators who require batch-to-batch reliability in supplement, functional food, and beverage manufacturing. Bionutricia supplies papaya leaf extract powder with a Certificate of Analysis and full specification sheet for every shipped lot.
Chemistry of Papaya Leaf — Papain, Flavonoids and Alkaloids
The principal functional component in papaya leaf is papain (PubChem CID 11901), a cysteine protease enzyme that catalyses the hydrolysis of peptide bonds. Papain is a globular protein with a molecular weight of approximately 23.4 kDa, containing an active-site cysteine residue that determines its proteolytic activity. Enzyme activity is typically measured in units per gram (U/g) and is the primary specification parameter for standardised papaya leaf extracts. Activity is sensitive to heat and pH, with optimal function in slightly acidic to neutral conditions (pH 5–7), which formulators must account for in thermal processing and shelf-life validation.
Beyond papain, papaya leaves contain a profile of secondary metabolites that contribute to the ingredient’s complexity. Flavonoids — including quercetin and kaempferol glycosides — are present as phenolic glycosides that influence the powder’s colour and solubility characteristics. The alkaloid carpaine, a major carbazole-type alkaloid unique to Carica papaya, is a marker compound used for identity confirmation on the COA. Phenolic compounds, including caffeic acid and chlorogenic acid derivatives, contribute to the extract’s total phenolic content, which can be quantified spectrophotometrically (e.g. as gallic acid equivalents) and reported on the specification sheet. The relative concentrations of these compounds vary with leaf maturity, harvest season, and growing region, which is why batch-level specification matters in procurement.
Typical Specification Parameters
| Parameter | Why It Matters to a Buyer |
|---|---|
| Papain activity (U/g) | The primary functional specification. Determines the proteolytic potency of the extract and directly affects inclusion rate and cost-in-use. Must be verified on every COA for batch consistency. |
| Extract ratio | Expressed as e.g. 10:1 or 20:1, indicating the concentration factor from raw leaf to finished powder. Affects dosing calculations and formulation equivalency across suppliers. |
| Moisture | Excess moisture promotes caking, microbial growth, and enzyme degradation during storage. Typical spray-dried powder should be below 5%. |
| Particle size | Affects dispersibility, dissolution rate, and mouthfeel. Finer particles dissolve faster but may generate dust during handling. |
| Mesh size | Defines the screen specification (e.g. 80 mesh, 100 mesh). Consistency in mesh size ensures uniform behaviour across batches in automated dosing and encapsulation systems. |
| Bulk density | Determines volume-to-weight ratios for packaging, silo storage, and dosing equipment calibration. Low bulk density increases packaging volume per kilogram. |
| Heavy metals (Pb, Cd, As, Hg) | Regulatory compliance for food safety. Limits must meet destination-market standards (e.g. EU, US FDA, Codex Alimentarius). Verified on the COA for every lot. |
| Microbial limits | Total plate count, yeast & mould, E. coli, and Salmonella must be within specification. Spray drying reduces bioburden, but post-processing handling must maintain limits through to delivery. |
Where Food Manufacturers Use Papaya Leaf Extract Powder
- Functional foods: Botanical ingredient in fortified food products, energy bars, and functional snack formulations where plant-based enzyme content is a formulation attribute
- Beverages: Ingredient in herbal tea blends, functional beverages, and powdered drink mixes; papain activity and solubility must be validated in the target beverage matrix
- Nutraceuticals: Standardised extract for dietary supplement capsules, tablets, and liquid formulations; papain activity is the primary release specification
- Animal feed: Enzyme-active botanical ingredient in specialty animal feed and pet food formulations where proteolytic enzyme function contributes to feed digestibility
Format, Packaging and Storage
- Bulk format: 25 kg vacuum-sealed kraft bags with inner liners, or lined drums for palletised container loads. R&D sample quantities available for specification testing.
- Packaging options: Vacuum-sealed kraft bags, lined drums, or customer-specified primary packaging for private-label projects. Palletised and shrink-wrapped for export.
- Storage conditions: Store in original sealed packaging below 25°C, relative humidity below 65%, in odour-free conditions away from direct sunlight. Papain enzyme activity degrades with prolonged heat exposure — maintain cold-chain where possible for long-term storage.
- Shelf life: 24 months from manufacture date in original sealed packaging under specified storage conditions. Enzyme activity should be re-verified on the COA for lots stored beyond 18 months.
- Enzyme stability note: Papain is thermolabile. Avoid exposure to temperatures above 40°C during transport and storage. Formulators should validate residual enzyme activity after any thermal processing step in the finished product.
Quick Facts for Formulators
- Botanical name: Carica papaya
- Key enzyme: Papain (cysteine protease, PubChem CID 11901)
- Secondary metabolites: Flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol glycosides), alkaloid carpaine, phenolic compounds
- Appearance: Greenish-brown fine powder
- Enzyme activity: Measured in U/g; primary specification parameter
- Optimal pH range for papain: 5–7 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Processing method: Aqueous extraction, filtration, spray-drying
- Shelf life: 24 months in original sealed packaging below 25°C
- Documentation: COA and specification sheet provided with every shipped lot
- Certifications: JAKIM Halal, GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, MeSTI
How to Qualify a Papaya Leaf Extract Powder Supplier
- Request a recent COA with papain activity (U/g), extract ratio, heavy metals, and microbial results for the offered lot
- Verify the specification sheet lists particle size, mesh size, bulk density, and moisture limits
- Confirm the supplier provides batch-to-batch papain activity consistency data
- Check that heavy metals meet destination-market regulatory limits (EU, US FDA, Codex Alimentarius)
- Validate microbial limits include total plate count, yeast & mould, E. coli, and Salmonella
- Request an allergen declaration and list of processing aids used during extraction and spray-drying
- Ask for evaluation samples to test papain activity and solubility in your specific formulation matrix
- Confirm halal, GMP, HACCP, and FSSC 22000 certifications are current and facility-level
- Verify export documentation, packing lists, and lead-time commitments for your order volume
- Confirm the supplier can provide private-label packaging and OEM services if required
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOQ for papaya leaf extract powder?
MOQ depends on the product format and current stock. We supply single-bag R&D quantities up to full drum, pallet, and container loads. Contact sales with your target volume and packaging to receive an MOQ and quotation.
Can you provide a COA and specification sheet before purchase?
Yes. We provide a recent COA for the suggested lot and a full specification sheet covering papain activity, extract ratio, particle size, moisture, heavy metals, and microbial limits to support regulatory checks and in-house testing.
How is papain activity measured and reported?
Papain activity is measured in units per gram (U/g) using a standardised proteolytic assay. The result is reported on the COA for every lot. Formulators should use this value to calculate inclusion rates and verify that residual activity meets finished-product specifications after any thermal processing.
Are samples available for specification testing?
Yes. Production samples and small evaluation packs are available for testing. Contact sales to request a sample and advise your intended application so we can match the right product grade.
What lead times should I expect?
Lead times vary with order size, current stock, and destination. Provide your required quantity, packaging preference, and delivery address for an accurate delivery estimate.
Do you provide private-label packaging and OEM services?
Yes. Private-label and OEM services are available. Contact sales to discuss formulation, packaging, and regulatory labelling requirements. For finished-product OEM and contract formulation, our sister company bionutricia.com provides end-to-end services.
Supply Papaya Leaf Extract Powder in Bulk With Bionutricia
Bionutricia Manufacturing supplies standardized papaya leaf extract powder as a bulk ingredient for food, beverage, and supplement manufacturers worldwide. Every shipped lot carries a Certificate of Analysis and full specification sheet covering papain activity, extract ratio, particle size, moisture, heavy metals, and microbial limits. Our facility holds JAKIM Halal, GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and MeSTI certifications. MOQ-friendly pack sizes from R&D samples to palletised container loads are available, with private-label and OEM services for customers requiring custom packaging or finished-product formulation. Export documentation and halal certificates are provided for international shipments.
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