ROSEMARY NATURAL CO2 TOTAL EXTRACT FOR FOODS

The product natural CO2 total extract from rosemary is certified according to international standards, with guaranteed quality and origin.

Parameters:

• International name: Rosemary natural CO2 total extract for foods
• Botanical name: Rosmarinus Officinalis
• Plant family: Lamiaceae
• Country of origin: Bulgaria

Properties:

• Application: Foods
• Growing method: Natural
• Extraction method: supercritical
• Parts used: Leaves
• Consistency: Liquid
• Aroma strength: Intense and strong
• Aroma type: Spicy, herbal
• Colour: Dark greenish to brownish

Composition:

• Product: 100% natural
• Ingredients: 100% natural
• Preservatives: No preservatives
• Colourants: No colourants

Nomenclatures:

• CAS: 84604-14-8  
• EINECS: 283-291-9  
• EC: 283-291-9  
• FEMA: 2992  
• ID: 30489

Description

Our natural rosemary CO2 total extract for foods is obtained by processing leaf mass harvested from the species Rosmarinus officinalis in fields in Bulgaria. The natural method of cultivation protects the leaf tissue from synthetic fertilisers and agents. The labiate family Lamiaceae hosts the species among the evergreen shrubs of dry slopes. The fruit of the shrub consists of small brown nutlets, while the raw material comes solely from the leaves. The part used includes only the leaves without the flowering tops and woody stems. Extraction takes place with supercritical carbon dioxide, whose density decreases when the pressure is released, so the medium leaves the total concentrate in gaseous form. Residual solvents are absent from the product because of the gaseous nature of the carrier. The odour strength falls within the intense and strong zone, as the total extraction carries both the light and the heavy aromatic carriers into the liquid phase. A spicy herbal tone dominates the scent of the total fraction. The liquid consistency remains unchanged under normal storage conditions. The colour scale covers the dark greenish and brownish range without foreign admixtures. The greenish share originates from the chlorophyll in the needle-like leaf blade, while the brownish one points to the resinous substances in the glandular hairs underneath. The composition stays with the leaf concentrate and nothing more, as colourants and preservatives do not enter a product obtained from a gaseous medium under high pressure. In addition, aqueous carriers and auxiliary liquids remain outside the extraction. The needle-like foliage reduces evaporation and supports the shrub through the dry Bulgarian summer. The dark greenish and brownish appearance accompanies the liquid concentrate when stored closed.

Application

Rosemary CO2 total extract for foods is used in the food industry as a natural flavouring and stabiliser. In meat products and sausages, it enriches the flavour profile and helps preserve freshness in a natural way. Marinades for poultry, pork and lamb include the extract to give a characteristic herbal note that is retained after heat treatment. In the bakery industry, it is added to breads, focaccia and seasoned crackers, where it shapes a distinctive aroma. Vegetable oils and olive oil are flavoured with it for culinary lines with premium positioning. Soups, broths and sauces include the extract for depth of flavour without unnecessary bitterness. In crisps and snacks, it provides a lasting herbal note typical of Mediterranean cuisine. Manufacturers of spices and drying blends use the concentrated extract to standardise the aroma in batches with raw materials of different origin.

Storage

Store natural rosemary CO2 total extract in a dark, cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Storage at +5°C to +20°C protects against oxidation and changes in quality. Limit the exposure to air in the opened packaging, and transfer the remaining quantity into a smaller clean and dry container. For food products, use aluminium containers or dark glass bottles that do not let light through. Do not leave the container open, as air and moisture impair the parameters. Compliance with these conditions extends the period during which quality and safety remain unchanged.

Attention !!!

Please use natural rosemary CO2 total extract according to the described instructions and follow the safety recommendations. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes, and in case of contact rinse well with water. Discontinue use of the extract if an allergy such as redness or irritation appears. We recommend carrying out an allergy test before use.