china whole leaf stevia extract

Whole-leaf stevia extract is more than dried leaves ground into powder. The process must balance total glycosides, taste purity, and processing behavior. Our hot-water extraction is followed by membrane separation and spray drying, retaining several glycosides including stevioside and Reb A. Sweetness is about 100-150 times that of sucrose, while price is only a fraction of high-purity Reb A. Because the process avoids complex recrystallization and chromatography, loss is lower and batch stability is easier to maintain. The extract remains useful in acidic and high-temperature applications such as beverages, dairy, bakery products, and seasonings. The company is located in Hunan, one of China's major stevia-growing regions. Leaves enter extraction within 48 hours of harvest, reducing glycoside degradation during long transport. Large-volume customers can discuss annual framework agreements to reserve capacity and pricing. FDA registration, HACCP/GMP systems, BRC, and CE documentation support smoother exports. We can also blend whole-leaf stevia with monk fruit extract to refine the taste curve and lower cost. Samples and typical application data are available through the application laboratory.