Black tea extract is a concentrated form of black tea that is made by removing the water from the tea leaves. It is a rich source of antioxidants, which are compounds that can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Black tea is the most popular type of tea in the world, after green tea. Black tea confers a dull red shade of drink that adds the trait of refreshment, including its flavor from fragile to powerful. Black tea extract is a good source of antioxidants, including catechins, theaflavins, and thearubigins. The recommended daily dose of black tea extract is 250-500 mg.

Types of Black Tea Extract

• Standardized extract: 

This type of extract contains a specific amount of catechins, theaflavins, and thearubigins.

• Unstandardized extract:

This type of extract does not have a specific amount of these compounds

Potential health benefits of consuming Black Tea Extract:

• Weight loss
• Improved heart health
• Reduced risk of cancer
• Improved cognitive function
• Protection against diabetes
• Increased lifespan
• Protection against diabetes

Excessive consumption of black tea lead to some side effects:

• Dehydration
•  Insomnia
•  Anxiety
•  Heartburn
• Headaches
•  Nausea

Industries that use black tea extract:

• Pharmaceutical industry

Black tea extract is used in some dietary supplements and medications.

• Nutraceutical industry

 Black tea extract is used in some functional foods and beverages.

• Cosmetics industry

 Black tea extract is used in some skincare products and cosmetics.

• Agriculture industry

 Black tea extract is used as a pesticide and fungicide.

Regional Analyses

The largest producer of black tea extract market in the world is China. China produces about 60% of the world’s black tea extract. The largest consumer of black tea extract in the world is also China. China consumes about 40% of the world’s black tea extract.

North America is the second-largest producer and consumer of black tea extract market in the world. The United States is the largest producer of black tea extract in North America, followed by Canada. The United States is also the largest consumer of black tea extract in North America.

According to the Eurofins report, Europe is the third-largest producer and consumer of black tea extract market in the world. In 2020, the European market accounted for 17.8% of global production and 15.9% of global consumption. The largest producer of black tea extract in Europe is Germany, with a production share of 30%. Germany is followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and France (12%).

Recent Development

In 2022, Nestle launched a new line of black tea extract products in Europe. The new line includes capsules, powders, and liquids.

In 2023, Suntory launched a new black tea extract supplement in Japan. The new supplement is designed to improve cognitive function.

In 2023, a study published in the journal “Cancer Research” found that black tea extract can help to prevent the growth of cancer cells in the breast.