Description

1. What Is Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder?

Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder is a water-soluble botanical ingredient made from the flower buds of Sophora japonica using a controlled multi-enzyme hydrolysis process.

The raw material is naturally rich in flavonoids, including rutin and quercetin, together with polysaccharides and other plant-derived components.

The enzyme hydrolysis process is designed to break down part of the original plant matrix and produce a more formulation-friendly botanical ingredient with improved water solubility.

 

2. Sophora Flower Bud — Huai Mi

2.1 Traditional Botanical Source

Huai Mi is the traditional Chinese name commonly used for the dried flower buds of Sophora japonica. It is also associated with names such as Sophora flower bud and Japanese pagoda tree flower bud.

The material has a long history of use in traditional Chinese herbal preparations and is recognized as a flavonoid-rich botanical material.

2.2 Botanical Identity

The botanical source is Sophora japonica, a leguminous plant traditionally used as a source of Sophora flower buds.

For export and regulatory documentation, the botanical identity and plant part should be confirmed according to the applicable raw material specification and COA.

 

3. Multi-Enzyme Hydrolysis Technology

The product is manufactured using a combination of enzymes to process the original Sophora flower bud material.

The process includes enzymatic treatment, separation, concentration and spray drying to produce a stable water-soluble powder.

3.1 Raw Material Preparation

Selected Sophora flower buds are inspected and prepared before processing to ensure that the raw material meets the required quality specifications.

3.2 Multi-Enzyme Hydrolysis

A combination of enzymes, including cellulase, pectinase and protease, can be used according to the production process.

These enzymes help break down components of the plant matrix and facilitate the release and processing of naturally occurring botanical constituents.

3.3 Separation and Clarification

After enzymatic treatment, the hydrolyzed material undergoes separation and clarification.

This step helps remove insoluble material and improve the physical properties of the resulting liquid phase.

3.4 Concentration

The clarified liquid is concentrated under controlled processing conditions before drying.

The concentration stage helps prepare the material for efficient conversion into a stable powder ingredient.

3.5 Spray Drying

The concentrated extract is converted into a fine powder through spray drying.

This produces a convenient ingredient that can be used in powdered products and, after suitable dissolution, in liquid formulations.

 

4. Key Characteristics of Sophora Flower Bud Hydrolysate

4.1 High Quercetin Content

Quercetin is one of the key flavonoids associated with Sophora flower buds.

The available grade can contain up to 10% quercetin according to the applicable product specification, providing a defined characteristic component for formulation and quality control.

4.2 Naturally Occurring Rutin

Rutin is another important flavonoid naturally associated with Sophora flower buds.

The combination of rutin, quercetin and other flavonoids gives Sophora flower bud extract its characteristic phytochemical profile.

4.3 Flavonoids and Polysaccharides

In addition to quercetin and rutin, the product contains other naturally occurring flavonoids and polysaccharides.

The polysaccharide content can reach approximately 7% according to the applicable specification.

4.4 Water-Soluble Powder

The enzyme-hydrolyzed product is designed to provide good water solubility.

Under suitable formulation conditions, it can dissolve in water with no obvious sediment, making it suitable for liquid and instant beverage applications.

4.5 Convenient Formulation

The dry powder format is suitable for weighing, blending and incorporation into different formulation systems.

It can be used in liquid beverages, solid beverages, tablets, capsules and other botanical products according to formulation requirements.

 

5. Quercetin in Sophora Flower Bud

Quercetin is a naturally occurring flavonoid found in a variety of plants and is particularly associated with several flavonoid-rich botanical materials.

Sophora flower buds are a recognized botanical source of quercetin-related flavonoids. Our enzyme-hydrolyzed product can provide a quercetin content of up to 10%, depending on the selected grade.

For customers requiring a defined quercetin level, the specification and corresponding COA can be provided for evaluation.

 

6. Rutin and Other Flavonoids

Rutin is an important naturally occurring flavonoid found in Sophora flower buds.

Along with quercetin and other flavonoid compounds, rutin contributes to the characteristic phytochemical profile of the ingredient.

This makes Sophora Flower Bud Hydrolysate suitable for product concepts centered on natural flavonoid ingredients.

 

7. Sophora Flower Bud Hydrolysate vs. Conventional Sophora Flower Bud Powder

Conventional Sophora flower bud powder is produced mainly by drying and pulverizing the botanical material. As a result, it contains the original insoluble plant matrix.

Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder undergoes additional enzymatic processing, separation and spray drying to produce a more water-soluble and formulation-friendly ingredient.

Feature	Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder	Conventional Sophora Flower Bud Powder
Raw Material	Sophora flower buds	Sophora flower buds
Processing	Multi-enzyme hydrolysis + separation + spray drying	Drying and pulverization
Form	Fine water-soluble powder	Botanical powder
Water Solubility	Good / water-soluble	Generally limited
Solution Characteristics	Clear or low-sediment under suitable conditions	May remain turbid or leave sediment
Quercetin	Up to 10%, according to specification	Depends on raw material
Polysaccharides	Up to approximately 7%, according to specification	Depends on raw material
Key Components	Quercetin, rutin, flavonoids, polysaccharides	Flavonoids and other plant components

 

8. Applications of Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder

8.1 Functional Beverages

The water-soluble characteristics make the ingredient suitable for functional beverage formulations, including botanical drinks and instant beverage powders.

8.2 Dietary Supplements

The powder can be incorporated into capsules, tablets, sachets and other dietary supplement formats according to the formulation requirements.

8.3 Flavonoid-Focused Formulations

Because the ingredient naturally contains quercetin, rutin and other flavonoids, it can be used in botanical formulations designed around flavonoid-rich ingredients.

8.4 Antioxidant-Oriented Product Concepts

Sophora flower bud extract can be considered for formulations where naturally occurring plant flavonoids are desired as part of an antioxidant-oriented product concept.

8.5 Botanical Blends

The ingredient can be combined with other botanical extracts, vitamins, minerals or functional ingredients to develop customized botanical formulations.

8.6 Tablets and Solid Formulations

The dry powder format allows convenient incorporation into tablets, granules, sachets and other solid dosage formats.

 

Specification Table

Specification	Details
Product Name	Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder
Common Name	Huai Mi / Sophora Flower Bud
Botanical Name	Sophora japonica
Plant Part	Flower Bud
Raw Material	Sophora Flower Bud
Origin	China
Processing	Multi-Enzyme Hydrolysis
Enzymes Used	Cellulase, Pectinase, Protease, etc.
Form	Fine Powder
Solubility	Water-Soluble
Solution Characteristics	Clear or low-sediment under suitable conditions

 

9. Applications

Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder can be used in:

• Functional beverages
• Instant botanical drinks
• Solid beverage powders
• Dietary supplements
• Tablets
• Capsules
• Sachets
• Granules
• Flavonoid-focused formulations
• Botanical blends
• Plant-based functional formulations
• Custom nutraceutical products

Its combination of water solubility, quercetin, rutin, flavonoids and polysaccharides makes it suitable for both liquid and solid product development.

 

FAQ

1. What is Huai Mi?

Huai Mi is the traditional Chinese name for the flower buds of Sophora japonica. It is commonly known in English as Sophora flower bud or Japanese pagoda tree flower bud.

2. What are the main characteristic components of Sophora flower bud extract?

The ingredient naturally contains flavonoids such as quercetin and rutin, together with polysaccharides and other botanical components.

3. What is the quercetin content?

The available grade can contain up to 10% quercetin according to the applicable product specification. The exact content should be confirmed by the current specification and COA.

4. Does the product contain rutin?

Yes. Rutin is a naturally occurring flavonoid associated with Sophora flower buds. The specific content can be provided according to the selected product grade.

5. Is the Sophora flower bud hydrolysate water-soluble?

Yes. The product is processed using multi-enzyme hydrolysis, separation and spray drying to provide a water-soluble botanical powder.

6. Can it be used in beverages?

Yes. Its water-soluble characteristics make it suitable for functional beverages, instant drinks and powdered beverage formulations. Final clarity and stability should be evaluated in the customer’s specific formulation.

7. Can it be used in tablets or capsules?

Yes. The powder format can be incorporated into tablets, capsules, sachets and other solid formulations according to the customer’s formulation requirements.

8. Can you provide samples?

Yes. Samples can be arranged for formulation testing and product evaluation.

9. Can you provide a COA and specification?

Yes. We can provide the applicable product specification and COA for customer evaluation.

10. Can the quercetin content be customized?

Depending on the production grade and order requirements, we can discuss target quercetin content and other product specifications.

11. What is the MOQ?

MOQ depends on the selected specification, packaging and order quantity. Trial quantities and regular bulk supply can be discussed according to the project.

 

Supply & Customization

We supply Enzyme-Hydrolyzed Sophora Flower Bud Powder for customers developing functional foods, beverages, dietary supplements and botanical formulations.

The standard product is processed from Sophora flower buds using a multi-enzyme hydrolysis process and is available with a quercetin content of up to 10%, depending on the selected grade.