Product Overview

As the global demand for premium botanical ingredients continues to rise, securing highly standardized immune-supporting raw materials is critical for dietary supplement brands and formulators. Our Natural Polyphenols 4% Cichoric Acid 1% 4% Echinacea Purpurea Extract is a meticulously processed, highly bioactive ingredient designed for maximum formulation efficacy.

Derived from the premium aerial parts (leaves, stems, and flowers) of Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench (belonging to the Asteraceae family and commonly known as purple coneflower), this botanical extract delivers a robust profile of functional compounds. Engineered for B2B wholesale, this raw material provides unparalleled lot-to-lot consistency, making it an ideal choice for nutraceutical manufacturers, functional food developers, and global health brands.

Key Active Constituents & Standardized Specifications

To meet the stringent requirements of modern supplement formulations, our Echinacea Purpurea Extract is standardized via High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to guarantee potency and reliability.

  • Polyphenols (4% - 12%): Essential antioxidants that combat oxidative stress.
  • Chicoric Acid (1% - 8%): A primary active marker in Echinacea purpurea known for its potent immunomodulatory and antiviral properties.
  • Echinacoside (1% - 4%): A powerful caffeic acid derivative that provides neuroprotective and free-radical scavenging benefits.

Product Identification

  • Botanical Source: Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench
  • Alternative Names: Echinacea purpurea herb dry extract, Echinacea dry extract, Coneflower extract
  • Category: Standardized Plant Extracts / Dietary Supplement Raw Materials
  • CAS Number: 520-27-4
  • Molecular Formula: C28H32O15
  • Molecular Weight: 608.54
  • Plant Part Utilized: Aerial/Overground parts
  • Extraction Solvents: Purified Water & Ethanol (Food-grade, ensuring a green, clean extraction profile)

Premium Botanical Sourcing & Extraction Expertise

At Plant Extract Supply, we recognize that superior active ingredients begin with superior raw cultivation. We leverage a robust and stable supply chain of raw materials meticulously cultivated in North China. This strategic sourcing guarantees sufficient material availability, stable pricing for wholesale buyers, and optimized volume savings.

Our extraction process employs purely water and ethanol, strictly avoiding harsh toxic chemicals. By utilizing gentle thermal processing and advanced filtration, the natural integrity of the polyphenols, chicoric acid, and echinacosides is perfectly preserved, resulting in an ultra-pure, highly bioavailable dry powder extract that meets international pharmacopeial standards.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Designed for superior formula compatibility, our Echinacea extract exhibits optimal physical characteristics for manufacturing processes, including blending, encapsulation, and tableting.

  • Appearance: Brownish-green fine powder
  • Odor: Characteristic botanical aroma
  • Sieve Analysis: 100% passes through 80 mesh (USP36 <786>)
  • Loose Bulk Density: 53.38 g/100ml (Standard limit: 20~60 g/100ml) [Meets Eur.Ph.7.0 2.9.34]
  • Tapped Density: 72.38 g/100ml (Standard limit: 30~80 g/100ml) [Meets Eur.Ph.7.0 2.9.34]
  • Solubility: Excellent dispersion in hydroethanolic solutions; easily incorporated into various wet and dry matrixes.

Health Benefits & Industry Applications

This premium Natural Polyphenols 4% Cichoric Acid 1% 4% Echinacea Purpurea Extract is highly sought after across multiple sectors:

  1. Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Widely used as a core active ingredient in immune support formulas, seasonal wellness capsules, and daily defense multivitamins.
  2. Functional Foods & Beverages: Ideal for incorporation into wellness shots, herbal teas, gummies, and enhanced nutritional bars.
  3. Cosmeceuticals & Personal Care: Polypenols and chicoric acid offer excellent free-radical scavenging capabilities, making this extract highly valuable for anti-aging and skin-soothing topical formulations.
  4. Veterinary & Animal Nutrition: Increasingly adopted in premium animal health feeds to support the natural immune response in livestock and pets.

Comprehensive Analytical Quality & COA Data

We maintain complete transparency in our quality control, verifying all parameters via in-house and third-party laboratory testing.

  • Identification: Identical to Reference Standard (HPTLC)
  • Polyphenols (HPLC): Tested Result: 4.53% (Specification: ≥ 4.0%)
  • Loss on Drying: 3.21% (Specification: 5.0% Max. | Eur.Ph.7.0 2.5.12)
  • Total Ash: 3.62% (Specification: 5.0% Max. | Eur.Ph.7.0 2.4.16)
  • Solvent Residue: Qualified (Complies with Eur.Ph.7.0 5.4 & 2.4.24)
  • Pesticide Residue: Qualified (Meets USP36 561 compliance)

Heavy Metals Control (ICP-MS Analysis)

Rigorous heavy metal mitigation ensures our extract is safe for global regulatory compliance.

  • Total Heavy Metals: 1.388 g/kg (Specification: 10ppm Max. | Eur.Ph.7.0 2.2.58)
  • Lead (Pb): 0.062 g/kg (Specification: 3.0ppm Max.)
  • Arsenic (As): 0.005 g/kg (Specification: 2.0ppm Max.)
  • Cadmium (Cd): 0.005 g/kg (Specification: 1.0ppm Max.)
  • Mercury (Hg): 0.025 g/kg (Specification: 0.5ppm Max.)

Microbiological Testing

  • Total Plate Count: Qualified (Specification: NMT 1000 cfu/g | USP 2021)
  • Total Yeast & Mold: Qualified (Specification: NMT 100 cfu/g | USP 2021)
  • E. Coli: Negative (USP 2021)
  • Salmonella: Negative (USP 2021)

Quality Standards, Certifications, and Declarations

To support your brand's clean-label claims and regulatory submissions, our Echinacea Purpurea Extract comes with a comprehensive suite of quality and safety declarations:

  • Non-GMO Statement: Exclusively produced from non-genetically modified plant material.
  • By-products & Impurities-Free: Formulated without Parabens, Phthalates, or Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). Manufactured free of hazardous industrial solvents.
  • Food Allergen Information: 100% free from common allergens including Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Seeds (Mustard, Sesame), Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Soybeans, Dairy, Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Celery, Lupin, and Sulphites.
  • Gluten-Free Statement: Completely free of gluten and gluten derivatives.
  • Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Certified Vegan compliant. Never tested on animals.
  • Kosher Certified: Manufactured in compliance with recognized Kosher standards.
  • BSE/TSE Statement: Strictly free of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE) risks.

Packaging, Storage, and Procurement Info

  • Storage Recommendations: To retain maximum potency of active compounds, store in a cool, dry place in well-closed containers. Strictly protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
  • Supply Consistency: Plant Extract Supply guarantees robust volume capacity, rapid lead times, and seamless global logistics for wholesale purchasing managers.
  • Technical Support: Our regulatory experts provide full documentation, including detailed COAs, MSDS, and formulation guidance tailored for contract manufacturers and established brands.

For wholesale inquiries, bulk pricing, or to request a sample of our Natural Polyphenols 4% Cichoric Acid 1% 4% Echinacea Purpurea Extract, please contact our global sales and technical support team at: [email protected].

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