Abstract
This study determined the vitamin C, niacin, carotenoids, saponins, flavonoids tannins, phenolic acids, and alkaloids compositions of African velvet tamarind (Dialium guineense). African velvet tamarind (AVT) was purchased from Watt Market, Calabar. After sorting, the seeds were manually separated from the pulp. The pulp was blended into a homogeneous powder and stored for chemical analysis. Chemical analysis was carried out using standard analytical procedures. Means and standard deviations were used for data analysis. Results show that niacin content of the fruit was 3.6 mg/100g ± 0.03. The Vitamin C content was 26.4 mg/100g ±0.02. The Vitamin A (RAE) contents was 109 ug/100g ±0.21. Among the carotenoids, Lutein (1163±021 μg/100g) was more abundant, while Phenolic acids (12.8±0.07 mg/100g) were the most abundant phytochemical. Leveraging on this data, consumers and health workers can make more informed food choices. Food processors should consider processing this fruit pulp into food powder, which can be used for nutrient enrichment.