Dark cocoa extract powder with customizable theobromine launched

KUALA LUMPUR, 18 AUGUST 2026 —

Bionutricia Manufacturing Sdn Bhd has launched a standardized dark cocoa extract powder that delivers a 20:1 concentrate of Theobroma cacao bean measured by HPLC.

“Standardization to theobromine gives formulators a simple, consistent way to dose the active marker,” said Dr Yong Yi Yi, Bionutricia’s operations manager, who holds a PhD in food science and technology. The extract is designed for dispersible use in powder and liquid systems.

Bionutricia’s enzymatic-and-ultrasonic extraction process is patented under Malaysian patent MY-188945-A. The company has manufactured halal-compliant botanical extracts since 2006 and supplies bulk ingredients with selectable theobromine levels.

Typical pack sizes range from 1 kg to 20 kg, with pre-order packaging lead times of one to two weeks. The extract replaces variability in natural cocoa inputs with a documented potency suitable for finished-product labels.

Theobromine serves as a stable identity marker: it is cocoa’s principal methylxanthine and is easily assayed by HPLC. Mechanistically, it acts as a mild adenosine-receptor antagonist and phosphodiesterase inhibitor, producing gentle vasodilation and a longer-lasting stimulant effect than caffeine.

Bionutricia supplies the bulk powder to OEMs who incorporate it into beverages, confectionery, capsules or sachets without added fillers or preservatives. Samples are available for qualified B2B enquiries, with pricing and minimum order quantities provided on request. Properly stored, the extract has a 24-month shelf life.