Saffron Extract Powder

Saffron Extract Powder is a standardized saffron extract powder at 0.3% total alkaloids, carried in a mannitol base so it stays free-flowing, resists clumping and measures the same every time. It is built for consistency: formulators and researchers who want a precise concentration of crocin and safranal without the thread-to-thread variability of raw stigmas. Offered in 7 grams, 14 grams, 1 oz, 4 ozs, a pound and a kilo.

At a glance

• Standardized saffron extract at 0.3% total alkaloids in a mannitol base
• Free-flowing, resists clumping, measures the same every time
• Delivers a precise concentration of crocin and safranal
• Warm, faintly bitter taste, like a very light saffron tea
• Built for formulators and researchers, not a culinary saffron
• Offered in 7 grams, 14 grams, 1 oz, 4 ozs, a pound and a kilo

The herb. Saffron is the dried stigma of Crocus sativus, a sterile, autumn-blooming crocus in the Iridaceae family, hand-propagated from corms for thousands of years across Persia, Kashmir and the Mediterranean. Each flower yields only three red threads, picked by hand, which is why saffron is the costliest spice by weight and why a standardized extract is useful when consistency matters.

Active content. Standardized to 0.3% total alkaloids, the recognized industry benchmark for saffron extracts, and blended into mannitol so every gram delivers the same amount of active material. The taste is warm and faintly bitter, like a very light saffron tea.

• Crocin: the carotenoid behind saffron's golden color
• Safranal: the volatile that carries its aroma
• Mannitol: shields both from moisture and oxidation while improving solubility

Dosage, first time. It disperses readily thanks to the mannitol. Give it a few days of consistent use before judging it, as saffron is not a quick-onset botanical.

Regular use. People who use it daily take a fixed weighed amount at the same time each day and keep it steady. The 0.3% standard is what makes batch-to-batch consistency possible, so there is no need to adjust between jars.

What to expect. Users describe a gentle, warm, lifted evenness rather than anything they feel in the moment. It suits daily routines, capsule making and blends, and it is not a culinary saffron. For a far more concentrated form, see our Saffron Extract Resin.

Side effects. At sensible amounts saffron is well tolerated, larger amounts are documented to cause nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and appetite changes. Mannitol in quantity can loosen the bowels. Reduce the amount or stop if discomfort continues.

Interactions and cautions. Consult a professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing or take any medication, particularly blood-thinning medications or antidepressant medications. Not for use in large amounts.

Ingredients and storage. Saffron extract (Crocus sativus) standardized to 0.3% total alkaloids, mannitol. Store sealed in a cool, dark, dry place, the mannitol keeps it flowing but it still absorbs humidity if left open.

Common questions

• Why is this saffron extract powder in mannitol? The mannitol keeps the 0.3% extract free-flowing and protects the crocin and safranal from moisture and oxidation.
• Is 0.3% saffron extract stronger than raw stigmas? No, it is more consistent than stigmas rather than stronger, for concentration, the resin is the stronger form.
• Does saffron extract powder dissolve in water? Yes, it disperses easily in warm water or milk.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Saffron is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.