Ingredient sourcing
Curcumin / Turmeric Extract sourcing in 2026.
Curcumin sourcing has split into commodity (95% curcuminoids by HPLC) and branded bioavailable forms (Meriva, Theracurmin, Curcuwin, NovaSOL, Longvida). Branded forms are 5–30x absorption, and 5–10x cost.
Forms on the market
| Form | Notes |
|---|---|
| Curcuminoids 95% HPLC | Commodity standard |
| Meriva (Indena, phytosome) | ~29x bioavailability |
| Theracurmin | Colloidal dispersion |
| NovaSOL micellar curcumin | Liquid-friendly |
| Longvida (Verdure) | Solid lipid particle |
EU pricing and MOQ
- Curcuminoids 95% (Indian): €30–€55/kg, MOQ 25 kg
- Meriva: €140–€220/kg, MOQ 5 kg
- NovaSOL liquid: €60–€110/kg, MOQ 25 kg
What to test per batch
- Total curcuminoids % by HPLC (not UV)
- Synthetic curcumin screening, adulteration with chemically synthesised curcumin is the #1 supply-chain risk
- Heavy metals (lead chromate adulteration in Indian raw root)
- Identity by isotope-ratio MS for premium SKUs
Regulatory in the EU
Not a novel food. France introduced a 153 mg/day curcuminoid cap in 2022, check national restrictions. No authorised EFSA health claim.
Top suppliers
Sabinsa (C3 Complex) · Indena (Meriva) · Verdure Sciences (Longvida) · AQUANOVA (NovaSOL)
Need Curcumin / Turmeric Extract quotes?
Tell Jake kg/year, form, and target market. He'll intro 2–3 verified suppliers with CoAs and samples.