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Echinacea Extract Chicoric Acid – Natural Immune Support and Antioxidant Benefits
Our Echinacea extract (also known as Echinacea flower extract) is standardized to contain 4% chicoric acid, a potent phenolic compound primarily known for its immunomodulatory and antioxidant properties. The extract also contains alkylamides, polysaccharides, caffeic acid, and flavonoids, offering numerous beneficial properties suitable for dietary supplements, skincare products, or functional beverages.
The global echinacea extract market is expected to grow steadily, driven by the growing demand for natural immune-boosting supplements. We utilize low-temperature ethanol extraction technology to preserve heat-sensitive compounds like chicoric acid, ensuring greater potency than traditional methods. Our raw material has been shown to contain 18% higher alkylamide content than North American strains. We offer flexible OEM/ODM production models, enabling customized formulations for capsules, skincare products, or functional beverages. Our products are manufactured under ISO 22000 and cGMP certifications and come with batch-specific reports to ensure purity.
Chicoric acid content is strictly controlled between 4% and 7%. Low-temperature ethanol extraction effectively preserves heat-sensitive compounds, resulting in a 15% increase in phenolic content compared to traditional hot water extraction.
Using high-quality raw materials, we achieve higher chicoric acid and polysaccharide yields (6.2% yield compared to the industry average of 4.5%). Plants are traceable and grown organically (pesticide-free, heavy metal content below 0.5 ppm).
Customized powders (spray-dried/freeze-milled) or ready-to-use capsule mixes are available. Our cGMP, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000 certified facilities provide batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA).
| ITEM | SPECIFICATION | RESULT |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Brown yellow fine powder | Complies |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic | Complies |
| Assay (Chicoric Acid) | ≥ 4.00% (HPLC) | 4.32% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% | 3.28% |
| Ash | ≤ 5.0% | 3.02% |
| Sieve Analysis | 95% pass 80 mesh | Complies |
| Bulk Density | 0.45–0.65 g/mL | 0.52 g/mL |
| Solubility | Water soluble | Soluble |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | < 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm | < 0.5 ppm |
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 10,000 CFU/g | < 100 CFU/g |
| E. coli | Negative /g | Negative |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO | Complies |
Use in anti-aging and calming formulas to reduce fine lines, protect against oxidative stress, and improve skin elasticity.
Add to sheet masks and gels to deliver antioxidant benefits, moisturize dry skin, and soothe redness or irritation.
Use in nutricosmetics to support skin health from the inside out, promote collagen synthesis, and reduce signs of aging.
Incorporated into dietary supplements due to its high content of chicoric acid, which can boost immune function and protect against environmental stressors.
