Botanical Source: Nidus Collocaliae Specification: 10:1,Sialic acid 98% Appearance: Brown yellow powder, white powder Used Part: Nest Test Method: TLC, HPLC Solubility: Soluble in water Molecular Formula: C11H19NO9 Molecular Weight: 309.27 CAS No.: 131-48-6 MOQ: 1 kg Sample: 20 g Packing: 1 kg in aluminum foil bag; 25 kg in fibre drum Delivery: FedEx, DHL, air shipment, sea shipment Certifications: ISO, HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL, BRC Features: Non-irradiated GMO-free, allergen-free, TSE/BSE-free Not treated with ETO during production, storage, or transportation
Greenherb operates a certified processing facility specializing in Swallow Nest Extract, a standardized sialic acid-rich ingredient derived from the nests of Aerodramus fuciphagus through controlled aqueous extraction and enzymatic hydrolysis. Our production system delivers consistent N-acetylneuraminic acid standardization, verified source identity, and batch-level documentation for cognitive wellness, skin beauty, and premium traditional supplement formulations.
Why Choose Greenherb Swallow Nest Extract
Sialic Acid Standardization by HPLC — Each batch is verified by HPLC against a defined N-acetylneuraminic acid specification. Sialic acid is the primary bioactive marker of edible bird's nest and the compound most associated with its recognized cognitive and skin wellness positioning in both traditional and modern supplement contexts.
Authenticated Source Material — Incoming nest material undergoes identity verification by microscopic examination and biochemical sialic acid fingerprinting. This distinguishes authentic Aerodramus fuciphagus nest from adulterated preparations containing karaya gum, agar, or other common nest adulterants found in the commercial supply chain.
Enzymatic Hydrolysis for Bioavailability — Native swallow nest glycoprotein requires enzymatic hydrolysis to release free and bioavailable sialic acid from the glycoprotein backbone. Our controlled enzyme system achieves defined hydrolysis without excessive degradation of the glycopeptide fraction.
Glycoprotein Co-Retention — Beyond sialic acid, the extract retains partially hydrolyzed glycopeptide fractions. This broader molecular profile reflects the authentic nutritional identity of edible bird's nest more completely than isolated sialic acid preparations alone.
Heavy Metal and Nitrite Compliance — Every lot undergoes ICP-MS heavy metal screening. Nitrite content is specifically monitored as swallow nest material can accumulate nitrites from environmental sources. Results are verified before release.
Complete Export Documentation — COA, MSDS, source authentication certificate, sialic acid certificate, and heavy metal and nitrite test report accompany every shipment.
What Is Swallow Nest Extract
The Source Material and Its Bioactive Identity
The edible swallow nest is constructed entirely from the salivary secretions of Aerodramus fuciphagus, a small swift species. The secretion solidifies into a fibrous glycoprotein matrix when exposed to air. Sialic acid, specifically N-acetylneuraminic acid, is bound within this glycoprotein structure as a terminal sugar residue on the oligosaccharide chains. This sialic acid content is the defining bioactive characteristic of edible bird's nest that distinguishes it from other protein-rich traditional food materials. Sialic acid plays recognized roles in neuronal development contexts and cell-to-cell communication glycobiology, underpinning the cognitive wellness positioning of swallow nest preparations.
Extract vs. Swallow Nest Powder
Swallow Nest Powder is produced through simple dissolution and spray drying of cleaned nest material at naturally occurring sialic acid concentrations. Sialic acid content in crude nest powder varies with nest grade, harvest region characteristics, and preparation conditions. Much of the native glycoprotein-bound sialic acid remains poorly bioavailable without prior enzymatic release. Swallow Nest Extract undergoes controlled enzymatic hydrolysis to release and concentrate free and oligopeptide-bound sialic acid to a defined HPLC-verified specification. This combination of standardization and bioavailability enhancement distinguishes the extract from simple nest powder preparations.
Production Process
Incoming Aerodramus fuciphagus nest material is authenticated by microscopic examination and biochemical verification. Sialic acid content, nitrite level, heavy metals, and microbiological status are assessed before processing.
Cleaning and Preparation — Raw nest material undergoes controlled cleaning to remove feathers, debris, and foreign matter. This is conducted under conditions that preserve glycoprotein structural integrity before extraction.
Aqueous Dissolution — Cleaned nest is dissolved in controlled temperature water under defined time parameters. This solubilizes the glycoprotein matrix into an aqueous solution while minimizing sialic acid degradation.
Enzymatic Hydrolysis — The dissolved glycoprotein solution undergoes controlled enzymatic treatment using food-grade protease and glycosidase systems. This releases sialic acid and glycopeptide fractions from the native glycoprotein backbone to defined hydrolysis endpoints.
Filtration and Clarification — Hydrolyzed solution undergoes membrane filtration to remove insoluble particulate material. Clarified glycopeptide and free sialic acid solution proceeds to concentration.
Standardization and Concentration — Clarified extract is concentrated under reduced pressure. Sialic acid content is measured by HPLC. Controlled blending achieves the target sialic acid specification before spray drying.
Quality Release and Packaging — Spray-dried powder is tested for sialic acid content, nitrite level, moisture, heavy metals, and microbiological compliance before sealing in double-layer PE inner bags with desiccants in light-proof moisture-barrier sealed drums.
Functional Properties & Benefits
Cognitive Clarity and Brain Wellness Support
Swallow Nest Extract is incorporated into cognitive wellness and brain nutrition supplement formulations. The sialic acid content contributes to products designed to support comfortable cognitive function, mental clarity, and everyday brain wellness. The role of sialic acid as a terminal glycan residue in neuronal glycoprotein structures underpins this cognitive wellness positioning. This brain nutrition concept represents the most recognized premium application for edible bird's nest extract in East Asian wellness markets.
Skin Radiance and Beauty From Within
The glycopeptide and sialic acid content contributes to ingestible beauty formulations targeting skin radiance and a healthy-looking complexion. Products designed to support skin hydration comfort, tone uniformity, and a youthful skin appearance incorporate Swallow Nest Extract for its traditional East Asian beauty heritage and sialic acid glycoprotein content. This beauty wellness positioning spans both topical and ingestible product formats.
Immune Comfort and Physical Vitality
Some daily wellness formulations incorporate Swallow Nest Extract for its glycoprotein content contribution to immune comfort and overall physical vitality support. Traditional East Asian tonic concepts position edible bird's nest as a comprehensive vitality ingredient. This positioning supports broader daily wellness supplement concepts beyond the primary cognitive and beauty applications.
Applications
Premium Cognitive and Brain Wellness Supplements
Swallow Nest Manufactory supply for premium capsule, softgel, and liquid supplement formats. Standardized sialic acid content, authenticated source identity, nitrite compliance documentation, and comprehensive regulatory documentation support finished product positioning in the premium cognitive wellness and brain nutrition supplement category.
Ingestible Beauty and Luxury Wellness Formulations
Multi-ingredient premium beauty supplement formulations combine Swallow Nest Extract with collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, and complementary skin wellness ingredients. Skin radiance support, traditional East Asian beauty heritage, and sialic acid glycoprotein content are primary positioning concepts in the luxury nutricosmetics supplement category.
Traditional East Asian Tonic and Health Food Products
Premium bird's nest health food products incorporate Swallow Nest Extract as a standardized and analytically verified ingredient for ready-to-drink beverages, sachet formats, and premium health food systems. Authenticated source identity, sialic acid standardization, and comprehensive safety testing support premium health food product positioning in East Asian consumer markets.
Contact Greenherb for Swallow Nest Extract Supply
Greenherb supplies Swallow Nest Extract with verified sialic acid profiles and authenticated source identity, backed by comprehensive third-party testing. We offer flexible order quantities from laboratory samples to full container loads. Customized sialic acid standardization tiers, hydrolysis degree specifications, and nitrite compliance documentation are available on request. For immediate assistance, contact our sourcing team directly.
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We offer a range of professional packaging options tailored to different order sizes:
1kg per aluminum bag
5-10kg per carton
25kg per drum
For products with special transportation requirements, we provide customized, enhanced packaging solutions. Take Deoxyarbutin as an example: as this ingredient may discolor during transit, we use vacuum-sealed packaging to preserve its quality and appearance.
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We offer flexible, reliable shipping options to meet your delivery needs, including:
Air freight & Sea freight
International courier services: FedEx, DHL, PostNL, EMS, UPS
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Our Factory
As a professional plant extract supplier, we implement stringent quality control across every single step of our factory's operations:
Raw Material Stage: We exercise strict oversight over the planting of raw materials, as well as the sourcing and purchasing processes
Production Stage: Every detail of the product manufacturing process is standardized and monitored
Final Stage: We also carry out strict checks for the product packaging procedure
This full-chain quality control ensures that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of quality.
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