Bupleurum Extract

 

Bupleurum extract is a natural plant extract derived from the dried roots or whole plants of Bupleurum chinense or Bupleurum scorzonerifolium (members of the Apiaceae family) through processes such as water and alcohol extraction. It typically appears as a fine brownish-yellow or brownish-tan powder, characterized by a distinctive herbal aroma and a slightly bitter taste.

 

As an extract derived from traditional Chinese medicine, it retains the herb's traditional therapeutic properties-specifically its ability to "soothe the liver and relieve stagnation"-while offering greater convenience for standardized application in modern industry and medicine.

 

 

ANALYSIS	SPECIFICATION	RESULTS
Appearance	Brown powder	Complies
Odor	Characteristic	Complies
Tasted	Characteristic	Complies
Assay	50%	Complies
Loss on Drying	5% Max.	1.02%
Sulphated Ash	5% Max.	1.30%
Extract Solvent	Ethanol & Water	Complies
Heavy Metal	5ppm Max	Complies
As	2ppm Max	Complies
Residual Solvents	0.05% Max	Negative
Microbiology
Total Plate Count	1000/g Max	Complies
Yeast & Mold	100/g Max	Complies
E.Coli	Negative	Complies
Salmonella	Negative	Complies

 

 

1. Anti-inflammatory and Liver-protective Effects

It contains saikosaponins (such as saikosaponins a, c, and d), which inhibit the release of inflammatory mediators, lower transaminase levels, and promote liver cell regeneration.

 

2. Analgesic Effect

Bupleurum extract contains volatile oils-including eugenol, hexanoic acid, and limonene-that act primarily on the body's thermoregulatory center, significantly alleviating fever and pain associated with infections.

 

3. Immune System Enhancement

It contains Bupleurum polysaccharides, which promote the proliferation of T and B lymphocytes and boost the body's non-specific immunity.

 

4. Antioxidant Effect

It contains flavonoids such as kaempferol, which primarily scavenge free radicals in the body and mitigate cellular damage caused by oxidative stress.

 

 

1. Pharmaceuticals and Health Products

As a core ingredient in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formulas, *Bupleurum* (Chaihu) is used to treat conditions such as colds accompanied by fever, chronic hepatitis, liver-qi stagnation, and depressive moods. Modern formulations often process it into granules or suppositories to enhance ease of use.

 

2. Veterinary Medicine and Livestock Farming

Adding bupleurum extract to animal feed helps clear heat and toxins, provides antiviral effects, promotes animal growth, and improves the quality of livestock products. It is commonly used to treat persistent high fever, respiratory infections, and gastrointestinal discomfort in livestock.

 

3. Food and Beverages

As a natural plant extract, it is used for coloring and flavoring foods and can also serve as a natural antioxidant to extend shelf life.

 

4. Personal Care and Chemical Industry

Bupleurum extract can be incorporated into personal care products such as sunscreens and moisturizers. In the chemical industry, it serves as a natural antioxidant additive or a starting material for fine chemical synthesis.

 

5. Textiles and Industry

It can be used as a natural plant-based dye for fibers such as cotton and linen, or applied in anti-mold treatments for paper and wood preservation.

 

 

Fruiterco is an export company that mainly produces plant extracts, health product raw materials, and cosmetic raw materials. The company has a 20+ professional service after-sales team.

 

Our products are sold to North America, Europe, Australia, South America and Asia. Our products have passed quality inspection and also support customer re-inspection. Email: info@fruiterco.com.

 

 

 

Our products are certified organic, halal, kosher, USDA. Our company has passed ISO22000 quality management system certification. We are able to provide our customers with high-quality products and support them in retesting ingredients to ensure product quality.

 

 

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