Curcumin (CAS 458-37-7) is the principal curcuminoid of turmeric (Curcuma longa) and a widely recognised natural pigment and bioactive compound. It exhibits strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, along with documented antimicrobial, antitumor and cardiometabolic effects in experimental studies.
Curcumin 458-37-7 from TCS INDUSTRIES LIMITED is offered as a high-purity ingredient suitable for dietary supplements, functional foods, cosmetics and selected research or pharmaceutical applications. In supplements, curcumin is commonly positioned for joint health, anti-inflammatory support, antioxidant defence and healthy aging. In cosmetics, it is used for its bright yellow-orange colour and its ability to help counter oxidative and inflammatory stress on the skin.
One key challenge with curcumin is its poor water solubility and low oral bioavailability, which has led to the development of multiple formulation strategies to enhance absorption—such as complexation, nano-dispersion and co-administration with bioenhancers. TCS GROUP provides curcumin as part of a broader portfolio that can support these advanced systems. For example:
- Beta-Cyclodextrin – Inclusion Complex Agent & Solubility Enhancer is often used to form inclusion complexes with lipophilic actives like curcumin, improving apparent aqueous solubility and stability in powders, tablets and beverages.
- Coenzyme Q10 303-98-0 is another lipophilic antioxidant, frequently combined with curcumin in energy, heart health and anti-aging formulations to create synergistic blends for oxidative stress support.
- In functional or flavoured products, Citric Acid – Multifunctional Acidulant, Buffer & Chelating Agent can be added to adjust pH, sharpen taste and help stabilise curcumin in beverage or effervescent systems.
Curcumin can be processed into powders, granules, capsules, tablets, softgels, emulsions and topical products. Colour stability, pH, light exposure and oxygen must be carefully controlled, especially in high-water or transparent systems. In cosmetics, it finds applications in serums, masks and cleansers where antioxidant and anti-inflammatory positioning is desirable, though formulators must manage its intense colour and potential for staining.
With TCS INDUSTRIES LIMITED as a partner, brands and manufacturers gain access to high-quality curcumin backed by technical support and a suite of compatible excipients and co-actives, enabling the creation of scientifically grounded, market-ready products across supplements, functional foods and personal care.