Piperine, the alkaloid that causes the pungent taste of black and long pepper, is extracted using dichloromethane. It is found in 5–10% of black pepper and 1-2% of long pepper. Bioperine, the active ingredient in both peppers, improves the absorption of nutrients like vitamins A, B6, and C, beta-carotene, and selenium in the body.
The demand for piperine in nutraceutical products and functional foods is increasing worldwide due to its health benefits, such as improved metabolism, immune system, memory, and increased serotonin and dopamine levels. The busy lifestyle of working people has led to a shift towards functional foods and nutritional products. Moreover, the demand for organic and natural products is rapidly increasing among consumers. The global piperine market is expected to grow in the near future due to the rising adoption of dietary supplements and the growing awareness of organic and natural products.
The global Piperine Market is predicted to grow due to the increasing use of piperine in health supplements. Asia Pacific is expected to be a significant player in the market, with countries like India and China experiencing growth in their pharmaceutical industries. The total healthcare expenditure is estimated to double from US$640 billion in 2015 to US$1.1 trillion by 2020, attributed to the expansion of universal insurance coverage by the Chinese government.
Key Companies in the Piperine Industry:
- Sabinsa Corporation
Sabinsa Corporation was established in 1983 and is headquartered in New Jersey, U.S. It operates in 13 countries and is engaged in various industries, including chemical, precious metal mining, and manufacturing.
- Ciyuan Biotech Co., Ltd.
Ciyuan Biotech Co., Ltd. was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Shaanxi, China. It is engaged in the development, research, purification, technology introduction, and technical cooperation of natural plant-effective monomers and components.
- Acetar Bio-Tech, Inc.
Acetar Bio-Tech Inc. was established in 2004 and is headquartered in Shaanxi, China. It is engaged in plant extracts, pharmaceutical intermediates, food and health foods, feed and feed additives, cosmetics, and fine chemical products development, production, sales, and technical services and transfer.
- Honghao Bio-Tech
Honghao Bio-Tech was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Shaanxi, China. It is engaged in the research, production, and marketing of natural plant active ingredients.
- Beloor Bayir
Beloor Bayir was established in 1981 and is headquartered in Bangalore, India. It is engaged in the manufacturing of herbal extracts and active pharmaceutical ingredients for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food industries.
Definition: Piperine is an alkaloid found in black pepper that gives it a pungent taste and has potential health benefits.
