Vitamin K2 MK-7 (Menaquinone-7)

Ureda Naturals manufactures Vitamin K2 MK-7 in pure powder, premix powder, encapsulated powder and oil-based formats for nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, functional foods, beverages, oral liquids, softgels and lipid-based formulations.

Additional information

Product Name

Vitamin K2 MK-7 (Menaquinone-7)

CAS

2124-57-4

Form

Pure powder, premix powder, encapsulated powder and oil

Assay

≥98% powder; ≥2000 ppm powder; 1500–50000 µg/g oil

MOQ

1kg

Vitamin K2 MK-7 for Finished-Product Manufacturing

Ureda Naturals manufactures Vitamin K2 MK-7 (Menaquinone-7) in pure powder, premix powder, encapsulated powder and oil-based formats for nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, functional foods, beverages, oral liquids, softgels and lipid-based formulations.

Available options include pure powder with an assay of ≥98%, powder and encapsulated grades at ≥2000 ppm, and MCT oil grades from 1500 to 50000 µg/g. Soybean oil, olive oil, sunflower seed oil and other carrier systems can also be developed according to the finished-product process.

Vitamin K2 MK-7 Product Overview

Vitamin K2 MK-7 is not a single interchangeable raw material. The selected format affects dosing, powder handling, mixing, dispersion, fill weight and finished-product stability.

High-purity powder is suitable for concentrated dry formulations. Carrier-based premix powder provides a larger dosing volume and more manageable powder handling. Encapsulated powder is designed for applications that require improved dispersion or additional protection during processing. Oil-based Vitamin K2 MK-7 is intended for softgels, oil drops and other formulations containing a lipid phase.

Ureda Naturals supplies Vitamin K2 MK-7 formats and concentration levels that can be matched to different finished-product manufacturing processes.

Product Identity

Item Information
Product name Vitamin K2 MK-7
Chemical name Menaquinone-7
CAS number 2124-57-4
Molecular formula C46H64O2
Molecular weight 649.0 g/mol
Available forms Pure powder, premix powder, encapsulated powder and oil
Application areas Nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, functional foods, beverages, oral liquids, softgels and lipid-based formulations

Available Vitamin K2 MK-7 Formats

Format Typical specification Carrier or composition Recommended use
Pure powder ≥98% High-purity Vitamin K2 MK-7 Concentrated dry formulations and premix development
Premix powder ≥2000 ppm MCC, maltodextrin or dicalcium phosphate Capsules, tablets, sachets and dry blends
Encapsulated powder ≥2000 ppm Multiple excipients selected for dispersion and protection Beverages, oral liquids, gummies and premix systems
T-1500 oil ≥1500 µg/g 0.15% Vitamin K2 MK-7 in MCT oil Softgels, drops and low-concentration oil systems
T-4500 oil ≥4500 µg/g 0.45% Vitamin K2 MK-7 in MCT oil Softgels and compact oil formulations
T-10000 oil ≥10000 µg/g 1.0% Vitamin K2 MK-7 in MCT oil Higher-strength oil systems and softgel fills
T-50000 oil ≥50000 µg/g 5.0% Vitamin K2 MK-7 in MCT oil High-strength oil formulations and reduced fill volume
Custom grade Project-specific Carrier, assay and format selected for the formulation Product development and specific market requirements

The T-1500, T-4500, T-10000 and T-50000 series use MCT oil as the carrier. Soybean oil, olive oil and sunflower seed oil can also be considered when the finished formulation requires a different oil phase.

How the Powder Carrier Affects Processing

The carrier affects dosing volume, powder flow, dust generation, bulk density, blend uniformity and feeding consistency.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Premix

MCC premix is suitable for capsules, tablets and dry blends where powder handling, continuous feeding and blend uniformity are important.

Maltodextrin Premix

Maltodextrin premix is suitable for sachets, powdered beverages and instant dry blends. It provides a larger dosing volume and can be incorporated with other carbohydrate-based powder ingredients.

Dicalcium Phosphate Premix

Dicalcium phosphate premix can be considered for tablet systems that require compatibility with mineral excipients, compression control and defined tablet weight.

Encapsulated Powder

Encapsulated powder is suitable for formulations that require improved dispersion, additional protection or more consistent distribution of Vitamin K2 MK-7 in a larger powder matrix.

Technician adding Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder to a stainless steel premix blender

Selecting the Vitamin K2 MK-7 Oil Concentration

Oil concentration determines the amount of Vitamin K2 MK-7 oil required to deliver a defined active amount.

Oil grade Active concentration MCT oil content Oil required for 100 µg Vitamin K2 MK-7
T-1500 1500 µg/g 99.85% Approximately 66.7 mg
T-4500 4500 µg/g 99.55% Approximately 22.2 mg
T-10000 10000 µg/g 99.00% Approximately 10.0 mg
T-50000 50000 µg/g 95.00% Approximately 2.0 mg

Lower-concentration oil grades are suitable when a larger fill volume is acceptable. Higher-concentration grades reduce the amount of oil required per serving and are suitable when capsule size, fill weight or product volume must be controlled.

Match the Format to the Finished-Product Process

Capsules, Tablets and Dry Blends

Pure powder and carrier-based premix powder can both be used as starting materials for dry formulations. Pure powder reduces the amount of carrier introduced into the formula, while premix powder provides a larger and more manageable dosing volume.

Capsule and tablet development should review active concentration, powder flow, carrier compatibility, bulk density, blend uniformity, segregation, capsule fill weight and tablet compression performance.

Beverages and Oral Liquids

Pure Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder is not automatically a water-dispersible ingredient. Direct addition may result in poor wetting, floating particles, sedimentation or uneven distribution.

For beverages and oral liquids, an encapsulated or water-dispersible powder should be evaluated through the actual process. Important factors include hydration, dispersion, sedimentation, pH, mineral interaction, protein interaction, homogenization, heat treatment, holding time, light exposure and storage.

Liquid phosphatidylserine in an MCT carrier being evaluated for softgel filling

Softgels and Oil Drops

Oil-based Vitamin K2 MK-7 is suitable for softgels, oil drops and other products containing a lipid phase. The selected concentration should match the required active amount, capsule size, fill weight and dosing precision.

Development should review oil compatibility, capsule-shell compatibility, filling temperature, light exposure, oxygen exposure and storage appearance.

Functional Foods and Fortified Oil Systems

Oil grades can be incorporated into fat-containing foods, oil blends and other lipid-based systems. The formulation should be evaluated for mixing temperature, oil compatibility, light exposure, oxygen exposure, packaging material and finished-product storage.

Vitamin K2 MK-7 Oil-Grade Quality Specification

Test item Requirement Method or reference
Appearance Light yellow transparent oily liquid Visual assessment
Identification 1 Sample chromatographic profile corresponds to the reference standard Chromatographic comparison
Identification 2 Major peak retention time corresponds to the reference standard HPLC
Menaquinone-6 ≤10% of the labelled Vitamin K2 MK-7 amount HPLC
Cis-Menaquinone-7 ≤2% HPLC
Arsenic ≤2.0 µg/g ICP-MS
Lead ≤3.0 µg/g ICP-MS
Mercury ≤0.1 µg/g ICP-MS
Cadmium ≤1.0 µg/g ICP-MS
Total bacterial count ≤1000 CFU/g Microbiological testing
Mold and yeast ≤100 CFU/g Microbiological testing
Escherichia coli Absent in 10 g Microbiological testing
Salmonella Absent in 10 g Microbiological testing
Staphylococcus aureus Absent in 10 g Microbiological testing

Vitamin K2 MK-7 Powder Grade Information

Powder format Specification information
Pure powder Assay ≥98%
Premix powder Vitamin K2 MK-7 ≥2000 ppm
Encapsulated powder Vitamin K2 MK-7 ≥2000 ppm
Available carriers MCC, maltodextrin, dicalcium phosphate and selected encapsulation systems
Typical applications Capsules, tablets, sachets, dry blends, beverages, oral liquids and gummies

Powder flow, bulk density, moisture exposure, particle distribution, mixing sequence and packaging conditions can affect manufacturing performance.

Packaging, MOQ, Storage and Shelf Life

Powder Products

  • MOQ: 1 kg;
  • 1 kg, 5 kg or 10 kg bags;
  • 5 kg, 10 kg or 25 kg paper drums;
  • Inner PE bag with an external aluminum foil bag;
  • Outer paper drum or carton;
  • Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from strong light.

powder packed in 10 kg, 5 kg and 1 kg bags

MCT Oil Products

  • MOQ: 1 kg;
  • Inner aluminum bottle with outer carton;
  • 1 kg bottle or 20 kg bottle;
  • Carton options: 1 kg × 2, 1 kg × 6, 1 kg × 10 or 20 kg;
  • Nitrogen-filled and sealed;
  • Store at 10–20°C in a dry environment away from light;
  • Shelf life: not less than 24 months under the specified storage conditions.

 

 

Quality and Regulatory Documentation

Ureda Naturals provides documentation for product qualification, supplier evaluation and finished-product development.

  • Product COA;
  • Product specification or TDS;
  • SDS;
  • GMP documentation;
  • FSSC 22000 documentation;
  • ISO 9001 documentation;
  • HACCP documentation;
  • Halal documentation;
  • Kosher documentation;
  • FDA and GRAS-related regulatory support documents;
  • Packaging and storage information.

The COA provides batch-specific test results. The TDS defines the product specification and format. The SDS provides handling and safety information. Certification and regulatory documents support supplier qualification and customer quality-system review.

Ureda Naturals quality and compliance banner for bulk nutraceutical ingredient supply
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder and oil grades not interchangeable?

Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder and oil grades differ in carrier, concentration, physical behavior and processing requirements. Powder grades are designed for dry blending, compression and powder filling, while oil grades are intended for softgels, drops and lipid-based systems. Replacing one format with another requires a review of dosing, mixing, fill weight, dispersion and storage performance.

Which powder carrier is most suitable for capsules and tablets?

MCC premix is commonly selected for capsules, tablets and dry blends because it provides a manageable powder matrix and supports consistent feeding. Dicalcium phosphate can be considered when the tablet formula already uses mineral excipients and requires a compatible compression system.

Why is encapsulated powder preferred for beverages and oral liquids?

Pure Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder is not automatically water-dispersible. Encapsulated or water-dispersible powder is designed to distribute more evenly in an aqueous system. Beverage development should evaluate hydration, sedimentation, pH, minerals, proteins, homogenization, heat treatment, holding time and storage conditions.

How should the T-1500, T-4500, T-10000 and T-50000 oil grades be selected?

T-1500 is suitable when a larger oil volume is acceptable. T-4500 provides a middle concentration for compact oil systems. T-10000 is suitable when the fill weight must be reduced, while T-50000 is designed for high-strength formulations with very low oil volume.

Why does the MCT oil grade require light protection and nitrogen-filled packaging?

Vitamin K2 MK-7 is sensitive to light, oxygen, heat and moisture. Nitrogen filling, sealed aluminum packaging and protection from strong light help reduce exposure during storage and transportation. The container should remain closed until the material is ready for use.

Which quality parameters should be reviewed besides Vitamin K2 MK-7 assay?

Oil grades should also be reviewed for appearance, chromatographic identification, Menaquinone-6, cis-Menaquinone-7, heavy metals and microbiological quality. For powder grades, carrier composition, powder flow, bulk density, moisture exposure and blend uniformity are important for manufacturing performance.

Can pure Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder be added directly to a beverage?

Pure powder should not be treated as a ready-to-use water-soluble ingredient. Direct addition may lead to poor wetting, floating particles, sedimentation or uneven distribution. For beverages and oral liquids, a water-dispersible or encapsulated powder should be evaluated through the actual beverage process.

What should be checked when replacing one Vitamin K2 MK-7 carrier with another?

Carrier replacement can change active concentration, viscosity, oil behavior, powder flow, density, dispersion, taste and compatibility with the finished-product matrix. The replacement should be assessed through a small-scale trial that reflects the actual mixing temperature, shear, filling process, packaging material and storage conditions.

Choose the Right Vitamin K2 MK-7 Format

For concentrated dry formulations, choose pure Vitamin K2 MK-7 powder. For capsules, tablets and dry blends that require easier dosing and handling, select a carrier-based premix. For beverages and oral liquids, evaluate an encapsulated or water-dispersible powder. For softgels and oil-based products, select the MCT oil grade according to the required active amount and fill weight.

Ureda Naturals supplies Vitamin K2 MK-7 in multiple formats and concentration levels, with product-specific quality documentation, packaging options and technical support for finished-product development.

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