What is it?
Stevia is a natural, zero-calorie high-intensity sweetener extracted from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni plant, a herb native to South America (Paraguay/Brazil). The active components are steviol glycosides, primarily stevioside and rebaudioside A (Reb A).
Chemical & Physical Information:
Property | Details |
Source | Leaves of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni |
Active Components | Stevioside, Rebaudioside A, Rebaudioside D, etc. |
Sweetness | Approximately 200–300 times sweeter than sucrose (table sugar) |
Calories | Zero (non-caloric / non-nutritive) |
Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
Heat Stability | Stable up to 200°C, suitable for high-temperature processing |
Specification:
Testing Item | Standard |
Appearance | White to off-white powder |
Total Steviol Glycosides | ≥ 90%–99% |
Rebaudioside A Content | Variable (≥ 40%, ≥ 98% optional) |
Moisture Content | ≤ 5.0% |
Ash Content | ≤ 1.0% |
Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm |
Shelf Life : 24 months
Storage : Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep sealed.
Packaging : 1kg foil bags, 25kg drums, or customized packaging upon request.
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