STEVIA

SG95 refers to a total steviol glycoside content of 95%, which includes a mix of various sweet compounds. Reb-A 97 is a highly purified form containing 97% Rebaudioside A. Reb-A 97 is significantly sweeter and has the cleanest taste profile with the least bitterness.

While both are natural, zero-calorie sweeteners, Stevia is generally more cost-effective for high-volume industrial production. Stevia is approximately 200–300 times sweeter than sugar, whereas Monk Fruit is 150–250 times. While Monk Fruit has a "cleaner" rounded profile, high-purity Stevia extracts like our Reb-A 97% have bridged the taste gap significantly, offering a much lower "cost-per-unit of sweetness" for large-scale beverage and snack formulations. 

Yes. At Ekaksh International, our Stevia is derived from Stevia rebaudiana plants grown using traditional cultivation methods. Our extraction process is physical and enzymatic, ensuring the final product is Non-GMO Project Verified compliant.

Absolutely. Steviol glycosides are heat-stable up to 200°C (392°F), making them an excellent sugar substitute for industrial baking, pasteurized beverages, and retorted food products.

Our Stevia extracts are exceptionally heat and pH stable, making them ideal for pasteurized beverages and long-shelf-life products. In powder form, the shelf life is typically 2 years when stored in a cool, dry environment. In liquid formulations, Stevia remains stable across a wide pH range (pH 2 to 10), ensuring the sweetness profile does not "fade" or change over time, unlike some artificial sweeteners. 

Yes, but with specific distinctions. In the EU, Steviol Glycosides (E960) are fully approved for use in various food and beverage categories under strict purity standards (minimum 95% purity). However, raw Stevia leaves and crude extracts are currently restricted to "herbal tea" or "supplement" categories. At Ekaksh International, we supply EU-compliant Steviol Glycosides that meet all EFSA and Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 specifications, including heavy metal and residual solvent limits.