Product Introduction
Organic stevia leaf extract is a natural high-intensity sweetener extracted from stevia leaves. It provides zero-calorie sweetness and is widely used as a sugar replacement in beverages, food, dietary supplements, and functional nutrition products.
Compared with sucrose:
- 200–450 times sweeter than sugar
- Zero calories
- Non-cariogenic
- Plant-based sweetener
- Suitable for sugar reduction formulations
Organic stevia leaf extract are widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries.
Stevia Rebaudiana is an herb in Chrysanthemun family, which grows wildly as a small shrub in parts of Paraguay and Brazil. The glycosides in its leaves is up to 6%-12% of the stevioside. The fine product is white powder. Stevia is a natural sweetener of low calory and high sweetness,and is also the raw material in the food and drug industry.
Organic stevia leaf extract is the natural, low-calory sweetener with the flavor closest to sucrose. Besides sugar cane and beet sugar, it is the third natural sucrose substitute with development value and health promotion, which is internationally praised as “the third source of sugar in the world”.
Stevia Extract Specifications Table
| Product Name | Specification | Steviol Glycosides | Sweetness Compared With Sugar | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Stevia Glycosides | SG90 | ≥90% | About 200-300x | Beverage, food, tabletop sweetener |
| Total Stevia Glycosides | SG95 | ≥95% | About 250-300x | Premium sweetener |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA40 | ≥40% Reb A | 200x | Food & beverage |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA50 | ≥50% Reb A | 220x | Sugar reduction |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA60 | ≥60% Reb A | 250x | Drinks, dairy |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA80 | ≥80% Reb A | 300x | Premium applications |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA90 | ≥90% Reb A | 350x | High-end sweetener |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA95 | ≥95% Reb A | 400x | Beverage & nutraceutical |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA98 | ≥98% Reb A | About 450x | Clean label products |
| Reb A Stevia Extract | RA99 | ≥99% Reb A | About 450x+ | Premium formulations |
| Stevioside | STV90 | ≥90% Stevioside | 250-300x | Cost-effective sweetener |
| Stevioside | STV95 | ≥95% Stevioside | 300x | Food industry |
| Reb M | ≥95% | ≥95% Reb M | 300-400x | Next-generation sweetener |
| Reb D | ≥95% | ≥95% Reb D | 300-400x | Sugar replacement |
| Glucosyl Stevia | 90%-95% | Modified glycosides | Similar sugar taste | Beverage improvement |
Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: Stevia Extract | Plant Part Used: Whole Herb |
| Botanical Name:Stevia rebaudiana (Bertoni) Hemsl. |
Quantity: 400kg |
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SPECIFICATION | METHOD | RESULTS | |||
| Physical＆Chemical Control | ||||||
| Appearance | Fine powder | Organoleptic | Complies | |||
| Color | off-white | Organoleptic | Complies | |||
| Odor＆Taste | Characteristic | Organoleptic | Complies | |||
| Loss On Drying | ≤2.0% | Eur.Ph.6.0<2.8.17> | 1.26% | |||
| Ash | ≤2.0% | Eur.Ph.6.0<2.4.16> | 0.45% | |||
| Steviosides | ≥90% | HPLC | 90.26% | |||
| Sieve Analysis | 98% pass 80 mesh | USP34<786> | Complies | |||
| Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm | Eur.Ph.7.0<2.2.58> | Complies | |||
| Cadmium（Cd） | ≤2ppm | Eur.Ph.7.0<2.2.58> | Complies | |||
| Mercury（Hg） | ≤0.1ppm | Eur.Ph.7.0<2.2.58> | Complies | |||
| Arsenic（As） | ≤2ppm | Eur.Ph.7.0<2.2.58> | Complies | |||
| Lead(Pb) | ≤1ppm | Eur.Ph.7.0<2.2.58> | Complies | |||
| Bulk density | 40-50g/100ml | Eur.Ph.7.0<2.9.15> | Complies | |||
| Microbiological Control | ||||||
| Total plate count | ≤10000 CFU/g | USP34<61> | Complies | |||
| Yeast & mold | ≤100 CFU /g | USP34<61> | Complies | |||
| E.coli | Negative | USP34<62> | Negative | |||
| Salmonella | Negative | USP34<62> | Negative | |||
Conclusion: Conform with specification
Storage: Stored in dry and cool place, keep away from strong light and heat.
Shelf Life： Two years when stored properly
Functions and Usages
Functional Benefits of Stevia Extract
1. Sugar Reduction
Stevia helps manufacturers reduce sugar content while maintaining sweetness.
Applications:
- Low sugar beverages
- Keto products
- Weight management foods
2. Zero-Calorie Sweetening
Steviol glycosides provide sweetness without adding significant calories.
Suitable for:
- Diabetic-friendly products
- Healthy lifestyle foods
3. Dental Friendly
Stevia does not promote tooth decay like traditional sugars.
Used in:
- Chewing gum
- Oral care products
4. Natural Label Ingredient
Stevia supports:
- Clean label
- Plant-based formulation
- Natural sweetener positioning
Stevia Extract Applications
Beverage Industry
Used in:
- Zero sugar drinks
- Energy drinks
- Functional beverages
- Tea drinks
- Juice beverages
Food Industry
Applications:
- Candy
- Chocolate
- Bakery products
- Yogurt
- Ice cream
- Jam
Nutraceutical Industry
Used in:
- Dietary supplements
- Protein powder
- Weight management products
- Health drinks
Pharmaceutical Industry
Applications:
- Syrups
- Tablets
- Oral formulations
Stevia Blends With Other Sweeteners
1. Stevia + Monk Fruit Extract
2. Stevia + Erythritol
3. Stevia + Allulose
4. Stevia + Sucralose
OEM & ODM Service
WEHENGFOOD offers a one-stop OEM & ODM service for stevia leaf extract production, processing, and packaging customization, including tablets, powders, granules, hard capsules, soft capsules, gummies, etc., tailored to specific customer needs.
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FAQ
Q1: What is stevia extract?
Stevia extract is a natural sweetener extracted from Stevia rebaudiana leaves. Its main active components are steviol glycosides.
Q2: How sweet is stevia extract?
Stevia extract is approximately 200-450 times sweeter than sucrose depending on purity and glycoside composition.
Q3: What is the difference between Reb A and Reb M stevia?
Reb A is the most widely used premium stevia ingredient, while Reb M provides a cleaner sugar-like taste with reduced bitterness.
Q4: Can stevia extract be blended with erythritol?
Yes. Stevia and erythritol are one of the most popular natural sweetener combinations for keto, beverage and sugar-free products.
Q5: Can stevia replace sugar in beverages?
Yes. Stevia is widely used in zero-sugar drinks, functional beverages and reduced-sugar formulations.
Q6: What is the MOQ for stevia extract OEM?
MOQ depends on specification, packaging and customization requirements. Bulk powder, sachets, tablets and customized blends are available.
Q7: Is stevia extract suitable for vegan and clean label products?
Yes. Stevia is plant-derived and commonly used in vegan, natural and clean-label products.
Q8: What sweeteners can be combined with stevia?
Common combinations include:
- Stevia + erythritol
- Stevia + monk fruit extract
- Stevia + allulose
- Stevia + sucralose
These blends improve sweetness profile and reduce aftertaste.
