What Is White Mulberry Leaf Extract?

When you hear “white mulberry leaf extract,” you may wonder whether the mulberry leaves themselves are white. In fact, “white mulberry” refers to mulberry leaves harvested after frost.

The powder produced by our company is a DNJ-containing extract derived from white mulberry leaves. It is a natural plant-derived ingredient obtained through an advanced extraction process, providing a concentrated source of bioactive compounds. Rich in flavonoids, alkaloids, and polysaccharides, this extract has strong antioxidant properties and potential applications in blood glucose management and metabolic health.

Key Advantages

Conventional mulberry leaf extracts are often dark brown and bitter, which can negatively affect the color and flavor of food products and limit their application.

Our mulberry leaf extract has been developed to address these challenges:

• White-colored powder: Suitable for a wide range of food applications, including beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and powdered foods.
• High water solubility: Suitable for beverages, dairy products, bakery products, and other food applications.
• Mild herbal flavor: Helps minimize the impact on the original taste of food products.
• Standardized DNJ content: Available in 1.2% and 5% DNJ specifications.

In addition, tests conducted using white rice and beverages demonstrated a maximum reduction in GI value of 46.46%.

Rather than simply reducing sugar or carbohydrates, our ingredient is designed to add low-GI value while maintaining the original taste and appearance of food as much as possible. It can be applied to a wide range of products, including beverages, confectionery, dairy products, bakery products, and powdered foods.

Its key advantage is that it can be incorporated into existing food products to achieve low-GI positioning while preserving taste and appearance.

White Mulberry Leaf Extract Market Size

The global white mulberry leaf extract market reached USD 51.5 billion in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 58.0 billion in 2026 to USD 167.6 billion by 2035, representing a CAGR of 12.5%, according to the latest report published by Global Market Insights Inc.

Trends in the White Mulberry Leaf Extract Market

• The dietary supplement industry is driving market growth as demand for white mulberry leaf extract increases for applications related to blood glucose management, weight management, and metabolic health. Its plant-based origin and functional properties are contributing to growing interest in nutraceutical applications.
• White mulberry leaf extract is also attracting attention in the cosmetics industry due to its potential antioxidant, skin-brightening, and anti-aging properties. It is being explored for use in premium skincare products and formulations targeting the appearance of pigmentation.
• The pharmaceutical and medical nutrition sectors are creating new opportunities for white mulberry leaf extract. These industries are increasingly interested in evidence-based, plant-derived ingredients that may offer functional benefits as alternatives or complements to synthetic ingredients. White mulberry leaf extract is being investigated for applications related to blood glucose management, cardiovascular health, and liver health.
• White mulberry leaf extract is gaining recognition as a multifunctional plant-derived ingredient across the supplement, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and functional food sectors. At the same time, sustainability is becoming increasingly important as consumers seek organically cultivated and sustainably sourced ingredients. Sourcing from renewable agricultural resources and using efficient extraction processes can help address these market needs.

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