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Pharmaceutical & Food-Grade Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (CAS 65963-40-8)
Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (SCC) is a semi-synthetic, water-soluble copper complex derived through the alkaline saponification of natural chlorophyll extracted from non-GMO mulberry leaves (Morus alba) or high-protein alfalfa (Medicago sativa). By substituting the central magnesium ion ($Mg^{2+}$) with stable divalent copper ($Cu^{2+}$) and cleaving the lipophilic phytol and methyl ester chains into soluble carboxylate salts, our manufacturing process produces an exceptionally stable, intensely chromatic dark green-to-blackish powder (color index Natural Green 3, E141(ii)).
For industrial food processors, nutraceutical capsuleers, and cosmetic chemists operating throughout Mostar, Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, and neighboring Balkan territories, raw material volatility remains the principal challenge when replacing synthetic green pigments such as Tartrazine (E102) and Brilliant Blue FCF (E133). Natural untreated chlorophyll degrades rapidly upon exposure to light, oxygen, and moderate temperatures. In contrast, Xi'an Vexli Bio-Tech's proprietary copper chelation process guarantees remarkable photostability and thermal tolerance up to 105°C in neutral-to-alkaline aqueous systems (pH 7.0–11.0).
| Analytical Parameter | USP / FCC Standard Specification | Vexli Factory Batch Release Guarantee | Test Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Appearance | Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder | Uniform, non-caking, fine crystalline powder | Organoleptic / Visual Inspection |
| Solubility in Water | Freely soluble in deionized & tap water | 100% soluble; clear, deep green solution without residue | Gravimetric Membrane Filter |
| Absorbance Ratio ($A_{405} / A_{630}$) | 3.0 to 3.9 | 3.35 ± 0.15 (Consistent emerald green tone) | UV-Vis Spectrophotometry (pH 7.5 Phosphate buffer) |
| Total Copper Content (% dry basis) | 4.25% to 5.25% | 4.40% – 4.80% (Optimum ligand binding) | ICP-OES / Atomic Absorption |
| Free Ionic Copper ($Cu^{2+}$) | < 200 ppm (0.02%) | ≤ 65 ppm (Ultra-low residual ionic state) | Ion-Selective Chromatography |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg) | Pb ≤ 2 ppm, As ≤ 1 ppm, Cd ≤ 1 ppm, Hg ≤ 0.1 ppm | Total Heavy Metals < 5 ppm; conforming to strict EU limits | ICP-MS (BS EN 15662:2018 validation) |
| Loss on Drying (Moisture) | ≤ 5.0% | ≤ 3.2% | Vacuum Oven ($105^\circ\text{C}$, 2 hours) |
| Residue on Ignition (Ash) | ≤ 30.0% | 23.5% – 27.0% | Muffle Furnace ($550^\circ\text{C}$) |
| Mesh Particle Size Distribution | ≥ 95% pass 80 mesh | 100% pass 80 mesh; ≥ 98.5% pass 100 mesh | Analytical Sieve Shaker |
| Microbiological Profile | TPC < 1,000 CFU/g; Yeast/Mold < 100 CFU/g | TPC < 300 CFU/g; Salmonella & E. coli Negative/25g | ISO 4833-1 / Compact Dry Plate Culturing |
Localized Industrial Application Scenarios in Mostar
How progressive manufacturers across the Neretva River basin and broader Bosnia and Herzegovina utilize Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin to lead in domestic and EU markets.
Herbal Spirits & Pelinkovac
Herzegovina possesses an internationally recognized heritage in crafting bitter herbal liqueurs (Pelinkovac), Travarica grape brandies, and artisan juniper spirits. Our water- and hydroalcoholic-soluble Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin delivers an authentic, deep botanical green hue without precipitation or turbidity, replacing synthetic coal-tar colorants while preserving delicate organoleptic herb aromas.
Herbal Immortelle Cosmetics
Mostar is the global epicenter for wild and cultivated Helichrysum italicum (Immortelle/Smilje), lavender, and sage extract distillations. Cosmetic labs in the region combine our chlorophyllin powder with local floral hydrolats, creating restorative anti-inflammatory skin toners, acne serums, and post-sun emulsions that boast clean natural pigmentation and wound-healing benefits.
Artisan Confectionery & Gelato
Driven by vibrant tourism around the UNESCO Old Bridge (Stari Most), Mostar’s commercial bakeries, confectionery creators, and boutique gelaterias utilize water-soluble chlorophyllin for mint, pistachio, and herbal sweet dough fillings. The pigment offers superior heat stability during pasteurization and baking, ensuring zero color fading under retail display lights.
Nutraceutical Detox Formulations
Pharma and wellness repackagers across Bosnia and Herzegovina formulate pure chlorophyll liquid drops, alkalizing effervescent tablets, and internal deodorizing capsules. Our low-free-copper powder dissolves instantly in purified water without metallic aftertaste, fulfilling strict microbiological and heavy metal criteria mandated by the Food Safety Agency of BiH.
Market Dynamics & Clean-Label Trends in the Western Balkans
Strategic regulatory and consumer shifts reshaping botanical purchasing for procurement officers in Mostar and adjacent Adriatic regions.
Harmonization with EU Acquis
As Bosnia and Herzegovina moves aggressively along its EU accession pathway, national food safety bylaws continue aligning with EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 and EFSA guidance on food additives. Food processors in Mostar must eliminate contentious azo dyes. Our Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (E141(ii)) supplies fully documented compliance with EU purity criteria (Regulation (EU) No 231/2012), ensuring smooth customs checks across CEFTA and EU borders.
Export-Driven Contract Manufacturing
Herzegovinian brand owners increasingly position themselves as premium contract packaging hubs for European wellness brands. These operations require raw ingredients that carry universal certifications: ISO22000, HACCP, Kosher, and Halal. Because Bosnia and Herzegovina possesses substantial Halal market demand alongside its European trade ties, our multi-certified chlorophyllin opens seamless distribution across domestic, Middle Eastern, and EU markets.
De-risking Adriatic Port Logistics
Located merely 45 kilometers from the Adriatic Deepwater Port of Ploče (Croatia), Mostar holds distinct geopolitical shipping advantages over inland Balkan cities. Chinese maritime container consignments discharge at Ploče and clear bonded customs into Mostar within hours via the Corridor Vc transit route. Furthermore, for urgent R&D batches, air freight via Sarajevo (SJJ) delivers landed shipments within 5 to 7 business days.
Mostar Procurement FAQ: Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin Powder
Direct answers to the most critical technical, customs, and operational questions asked by local procurement and quality assurance teams in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Copper Chlorophyll (E141(i)) retains the natural lipophilic phytol tail, rendering it soluble exclusively in oils, organic fats, and lipid bases (such as olive oil infusions or waxes). In contrast, Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (E141(ii)) undergoes saponification where the phytol group is replaced by sodium salts, producing an intensely water-soluble carboxylate salt. For beverage, liquor, syrup, and dietary water drop applications in Mostar, only the water-soluble E141(ii) should be specified.
Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin remains perfectly stable between pH 6.8 and 11.0. At acidic pH levels beneath 5.0 (typical of citrus sodas or vinegar bases), the sodium carboxylate bonds can reprotonate, resulting in gradual precipitation of insoluble chlorophyllin acid. For acidic beverage formulations in Mostar, our technical team supplies customized microencapsulated or emulsion-stabilized grades engineered to resist acid precipitation down to pH 3.2.
Every shipment bound for Mostar comes with a complete export documentation dossier: batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying copper fractions and absence of synthetic additives, Full Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS / MSDS to GHS standards), Certificate of Origin (Form A or Non-Preferential), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Non-GMO Statement, Allergen Declaration, and verified Halal / Kosher certificates. Third-party SGS pesticide test reports to BS EN 15662 are provided upon request.
To support enterprise R&D trials as well as boutique cosmetic and liquor producers across Herzegovina, our commercial MOQ starts from just 1 kg packaged in double-sealed pharmaceutical-grade polyethylene bags within heavy-duty aluminum vacuum pouches. Free pilot samples (50g to 100g) are dispatched to verified commercial businesses via DHL Express or FedEx, arriving in Mostar within 4 to 6 business days for laboratory bench validation.
Excess free ionic copper can cause oxidation of flavor notes and violate EU/BiH toxicological thresholds. We employ a specialized dual-stage ion-exchange resin purification process following saponification. Every single batch is quantified via high-resolution ICP-OES. Our finished product routinely tests at less than 65 ppm of free ionic copper—significantly beneath the maximum 200 ppm threshold mandated by the European Commission and USP monographs.
We support flexible Incoterms 2020 including EXW, FOB Qingdao/Shanghai, CFR/CIF Port of Ploče (Croatia), and DDP directly to your manufacturing warehouse facility in Mostar, Čitluk, or Široki Brijeg. Payment options include wire transfer (T/T), confirmed irrevocable Letters of Credit (L/C at sight), PayPal, and Credit Card for sample and pilot orders, settled in EUR or USD currencies without conversion penalties.
Why Mostar Manufacturers Partner With Xi'an Vexli Bio-Tech
Rooted in Shaanxi's premier botanical extraction corridor, delivering certified quality control, scalable production, and accountable service.
Direct Botanical Origin Sourcing
Headquartered in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, we source raw mulberry and non-GMO leaves directly from domestic agricultural cooperatives under strict harvest-timing contracts. By cutting out intermediary spot brokers, we guarantee total raw-material traceability, eliminating the pesticide cross-contamination frequently seen in open-market botanical commodities.
SGS On-Site Audited Production
Our manufacturing and processing ecosystem holds full certifications across ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems, HACCP, USDA Organic, EU Organic, Halal, and Kosher certifications. Furthermore, our production workshops, analytical laboratories, and climate-controlled storage vaults have undergone rigorous on-site verification by SGS, confirming our status as a trusted global vendor to Fortune 500 nutritional enterprises.
R&D Patents & Custom Mesh Milling
Xi'an Vexli Bio-Tech operates active R&D extraction laboratories holding national invention patents (including Invention Patent ZL 2014 1 0464649.9 and Utility Model Extraction Patent No. 14520048). We do not simply sell standard powder; our engineers provide custom particle micronization (80 to 450 mesh), tailored absorption ratios, water-soluble microencapsulation blends, and OEM private-label packaging.
Empower Your Formulations with Direct-From-Factory Chlorophyllin
Request batch-specific COAs, quotation pricing tiers for Mostar and the Balkan peninsula, or order an R&D sample package tailored to your exact moisture, particle size, and target pH specifications.
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