Manufacturers List

Tripotassium Glycyrrhizinate

Tripotassium Glycyrrhizinate is the tripotassium salt of glycyrrhizic acid from licorice root, offering superior water solubility and approximately 150-300 times the sweetness of sucrose. It is widely used as a natural sweetener and flavoring agent in food and pharmaceutical industries.

Kosher Halal ISO 9001 BRC
E Number
E958
CAS No.
68797-35-3

Introduction

Tripotassium Glycyrrhizinate is produced by neutralizing glycyrrhizic acid with potassium hydroxide to form the fully neutralized tripotassium salt. This complete salt formation provides superior water solubility compared to both the free acid and monopotassium forms, making it the preferred grade for aqueous applications. The compound retains all functional properties of glycyrrhizic acid including its sweet-bitter licorice taste, flavor-enhancing capability, and biological activities such as anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective effects. It is approved as E958 in the EU.

Uses

  • Natural sweetener and flavor enhancer in beverages and confectionery
  • Taste modifier in pharmaceutical preparations
  • Traditional Asian foods — soy sauce, miso, pickled products
  • Oral care products for sweetening and anti-inflammatory benefits
  • Tobacco products as a flavor modifier
  • Cosmetic and skincare formulations
  • Dietary supplements for immune and liver support

Specifications

ItemSpecification
AppearanceWhite to yellowish-white powder
Assay (as Glycyrrhizic Acid)≥ 65.0%
Potassium Content10.0–14.0%
pH (1% solution)7.0–9.5
Loss on Drying≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count≤ 1000 CFU/g
SolubilityDissolved in ethanol, 1,3-butanediol. Do not dissolve in water
Typical Dosage1‰-5‰
Packing1kg aluminum foil bag
TransportNon-hazardous cargo(IMO/IATA)

Other
Conditions

MOQ

Our MOQ for bulk food/feed ingredient is generally 500 kg. We also support mixed containers — combine Tripotassium Glycyrrhizinate with other food ingredients in one shipment to save on freight.

Samples

We provide free samples (100–500g) for quality testing before you place a bulk order. The buyer covers shipping costs only. Samples are typically dispatched within 2–3 business days.

Lead Time

Standard lead time is 7–15 days after order confirmation and payment. For stock items, delivery can be faster. We will confirm the exact timeline before you place the order.

Documents

You will receive the original COA (Certificate of Analysis), COO (Certificate of Origin), MSDS, TDS, and relevant certifications directly from the manufacturer. We guarantee full document authenticity and traceability.

Look for Other Ingredients?

Browse by Categories

Acidulents Amino Acid Antioxidants Aromas Cocoa Series Collagen & Peptides Dairy Ingredients Dehydrated Vegetable Emulsifiers Enzymes Flavourings Food Colorants Minerals Nutritional supplements Oils & Fats Other strong products Others Phosphates Plant Extracts Preservatives Probiotics & Prebiotics Proteins Spices Starch & Sugars Sweeteners Tea & Juice Thickeners Vitamins

Need to Import Ingredients from China?
Contact Our Experts

Whether you're sourcing bulk ingredients or mix container, contact our team for pricing, free samples, and technical support.

Related Ingredients

Isomalt

Isomalt is a food-grade sugar alcohol derived from sucrose. We supply bulk Isomalt sourced from leading China manufacturers, available in powder and granular forms for…

Calcium Cyclamate

Calcium Cyclamate is the calcium salt of cyclamic acid, a non-nutritive artificial sweetener approximately 30–50 times sweeter than sucrose. It is commonly used as a…

Maltodextrin

Maltodextrin is a food-grade partially hydrolyzed starch product with a dextrose equivalent (DE) typically ranging from 10 to 20, used as a bulking agent, carrier,…