Chemical structures of Tamarind Extract actives

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Typical colour and texture. Colour varies between batches, and we never boost saturation.

Super Hydro^™

Produced with the Super Hydro™ method

Super Hydro™ is an extraction method developed by BBK's extract manufacturing team. It draws out the active compounds of natural materials more effectively at a lower concentration. Based on our internal testing, a Super Hydro™ extract at a 2:1 ratio delivers performance comparable to a 5:1 extract from non-standardised producers.

Patent status: The Super Hydro™ method is currently patent pending. Even so, every BBK extract has been produced with this method from the start, so each batch you receive meets a quality standard above the market average.

Latin name: Tamarindus indica
Form: Powder
Application fields: Jamu & herbal drinks, Bakery & confectionery
Marker compound: asam tartarat
Halal status: Not certified
Packaging: Sealed aluminium foil, silica gel, batch numbered label
MOQ: 1 kg per material
Documents: Specification always included. CoA on request.

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Tamarind ExtractSuper Hydro^™

Tamarindus indica

Not halal yetRegular3-5dMarker: asam tartarat

Price per kilogram

Trial	1-4 kg	IDR 165,000*
Wholesale	5-99 kg	IDR 132,000*
Brokerage	100 kg+	IDR 108,000*

* Sample price, this one fluctuates. I confirm the exact figure in the quote.

Extract ratio

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Price per kg with this choice: IDR 165,000. Filler choice does not change the price.

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Super Hydro^™

Produced with the Super Hydro™ method

Latin name: Tamarindus indica
Form: Powder
Application fields: Jamu & herbal drinks, Bakery & confectionery
Marker compound: asam tartarat
Halal status: Not certified
Packaging: Sealed aluminium foil, silica gel, batch numbered label
MOQ: 1 kg per material
Documents: Specification always included. CoA on request.

Main active compounds^**

Asam tartarat · L-Tartaric acid
Signature sour acid
C4H6O6
Epikatekin · Epicatechin
Antioxidant flavanol
C15H14O6

** Komakech R et al. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic potential of Tamarindus indica Linn. (Fabaceae): a narrative review. Integr Med Res, 2019. PMID 31453087.

Listed actives are taken from journals and are not a guaranteed content claim.

A raw material for further processing, not a ready to consume product. We make no medical claims about this product.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about buying Tamarind Extract at Bahanbakukiloan.com

What is the minimum purchase for Tamarind Extract?

Starting from 1 kg. Suitable for SMEs, formula testing, research and small-scale production, without having to buy a large factory MOQ.

Does Tamarind Extract come with a CoA?

Yes. Every purchase starting from 1 kg includes a free CoA (Certificate of Analysis), with a recorded batch number and sealed 1 kg packaging.

What is Tamarind Extract commonly used for?

As a raw material for food, beverage, cosmetic and herbal production. Usage dosage and final product licensing depend on your formula and your product regulations.

Can I pay in installments?

Yes. Installments are available via Kredivo, Home Credit, as well as Mandiri and BCA credit cards.

How long does shipping take?

Jabodetabek (Greater Jakarta) can ship instantly. Outside the city uses fast services such as JNE YES, and overseas via UPS or DHL Express. Free shipping for direct purchases from Rp2.000.000.

Can I get a lower price?

Yes. Send the latest invoice from your current supplier via WhatsApp, and our team will check the best offer for you.

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Research & product opportunities

Tamarind Extract (Tamarindus indica): 3 Studies and Product Opportunities

Tamarind (asam jawa) is a very familiar kitchen and jamu ingredient in Indonesia. Human research is still scarce and small in scale. One clinical trial tested tamarind pulp juice, and another tested the safety of a skin lotion made with pulp extract.

PubMed-indexed journals · Claim guidance follows BPOM rules

Study 1 · Randomized controlled trial (RCT) Strong evidence

Effect of tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) on the cardiometabolic health of patients living with HIV and elevated triglyceride levels: a dose-response double-blind, randomized exploratory trial.

Kiyimba, Kigozi, Bamuwamye, et al. Food & function, 2025.

Study design: 4-week exploratory double-blind randomized clinical trial in 50 people with HIV and triglycerides of at least 150 mg/dL. 600 mL of tamarind juice per day with 10% or 30% pulp (1,556 mg or 1,631 mg of polyphenols).

Key findings

Juice with 30% pulp lowered triglycerides by -39.8 mg/dL, equal to 17.3% of baseline levels.
The 10% juice showed no significant effect on triglycerides.
Neither dose had a significant effect on total cholesterol, LDL, or HDL.
The 10% juice lowered systolic blood pressure by -7.4 mmHg; the authors said this study is not strong enough for firm conclusions.

What it means for your product: Points to a research direction for tamarind in fat metabolism. The population was specific and small, so use it as educational material, not as a claim.

Journal DOI PubMed 40264275

Study 2 · Randomized controlled trial (RCT) Strong evidence

Cleansing lotion containing tamarind fruit pulp extract. II. Study of cumulative irritation effects in human.

Maenthaisong, Viyoch, Chaiyakunapruk, et al. Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2007.

Study design: Single-blind randomized study in 15 healthy women. A cleansing lotion containing tamarind pulp extract with 2% tartaric acid was applied to the forearm for 30 minutes per day for 5 days, compared with placebo and deionized water.

Key findings

Visual assessment found no signs of irritation from the test product.
Transepidermal water loss and skin redness values did not differ significantly from placebo and deionized water.
The authors called this early evidence of safety for products with natural AHA from tamarind.

What it means for your product: Opens opportunities for cosmetics based on natural AHA. This is an irritation test, not a test of skin-brightening benefits.

Journal DOI PubMed 17760696

Study 3 · Scientific review Supporting evidence

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic potential of Tamarindus indica Linn. (Fabaceae): a narrative review.

Komakech, Kim, Matsabisa, et al. Integrative medicine research, 2019.

Study design: Narrative review of the anti-inflammatory and analgesic potential of extracts from tamarind pulp, leaves, seeds, stem bark, and roots.

Key findings

Tamarind plays a role in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever.
The suggested LD50 is more than 5,000 mg/kg body weight in Wistar rats.
Its constituents include alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, phenols, saponins, and steroids.
The available evidence comes from preclinical studies and the authors said clinical studies are needed.

What it means for your product: A basic reference for the literature review, traditional-use background, and acute toxicity data in animals.

Journal DOI PubMed 31453087 Free full text

Business ideas

Sales opportunities

Product formats you can develop with this BBK extract.

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Ready-to-drink kunyit asam jamu

A mass-market product with widely known ingredients. Extract makes it easier to dose a consistent flavor.

Souring agent and bakery flavoring

Natural sourness for sauces, jams, sour candies, and cake fillings.

Fresh sour drink powder

Tamarind syrups and sachet drinks for retail and cafes.

Cosmetics with natural AHA

Cleansing lotion or soap with natural tartaric acid, with safety testing of the finished product.

Claims you can make

Language guide for B2B and educational materials. Claims on finished product labels and ads must be the ones approved by BPOM at registration.

OK to say

Contains tamarind (Tamarindus indica) extract with tartaric acid as a marker.
Tamarind has been used for generations in Indonesian jamu and cooking.
Tamarind pulp juice has been studied in one small clinical trial on blood lipid profiles (cite the source).

Avoid

Lowers triglycerides, cholesterol, or blood pressure.
Treats arthritis or pain.
Calling the product halal. BBK's tamarind extract is currently not halal certified.

The clinical trials used pulp juice and an extract lotion, not BBK's extract powder; tartaric acid and polyphenol levels should be checked via the CoA. Tamarind is traditionally known as a mild laxative in large amounts, so manage the serving size. BBK's tamarind extract is not yet halal certified.

Using this research for BPOM registration

Add the three journals above to the literature review or the safety and benefit supporting data in your product dossier.
Attach BBK's specification and per-batch CoA as raw material quality data. The specification always ships with the order; CoA is available on request.
Match your serving size to the doses used in the studies, then confirm final claims with a regulatory consultant or BPOM.

The studies above were not done with BBK products. BBK extracts are made with the Super Hydro™ method, but study results do not automatically apply to your finished product.

References

Kiyimba, Kigozi, Bamuwamye, et al. (2025). Effect of tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) on the cardiometabolic health of patients living with HIV and elevated triglyceride levels: a dose-response double-blind, randomized exploratory trial.. Food & function. https://doi.org/10.1039/d4fo03595j
Maenthaisong, Viyoch, Chaiyakunapruk, et al. (2007). Cleansing lotion containing tamarind fruit pulp extract. II. Study of cumulative irritation effects in human.. Journal of cosmetic dermatology. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1473-2165.2007.00328.x
Komakech, Kim, Matsabisa, et al. (2019). Anti-inflammatory and analgesic potential of Tamarindus indica Linn. (Fabaceae): a narrative review.. Integrative medicine research. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.imr.2019.07.002

Summaries prepared by the Bahanbakukiloan.com team from journal abstracts indexed in PubMed. This page is educational for businesses and does not replace medical advice or regulatory decisions.

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