Description

Echinacea CAS NO 129677-89-0 is a standardized botanical extract derived from the Echinacea purpurea plant, valued for its concentrated bioactive compounds. This high-purity ingredient is critical for manufacturers requiring consistent potency and efficacy in their formulations. It is primarily utilized by the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries for its well-documented immune-supporting and anti-inflammatory properties.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key active ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid tinctures designed to support immune system function.
• Functional Foods & Beverages: Incorporated into health drinks, lozenges, and fortified food products for added wellness benefits.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Used in the research and development of herbal medicinal products and OTC remedies for cold and flu.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Formulated into topical creams, serums, and skincare products for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
• Veterinary Health Products: Applied in animal health supplements to promote wellness in livestock and companion animals.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and raw material for pharmacological and clinical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Echinacea Extract
CAS No.	129677-89-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Echinacea purpurea extract; Purple Coneflower Extract; Echinacea angustifolia extract; Echinacea spp. extract; Echinacea Herb P.E.; Alkylamides from Echinacea; Cichoric acid standardized extract; Echinacosides extract
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Quality Control

Our Echinacea Extract is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to verify identity, purity, and potency, including assays for key markers like alkylamides, cichoric acid, and polysaccharides. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) to ensure full traceability and compliance with relevant standards for botanical ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to brownish-yellow fine powder
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies
Assay (Total Phenols)	≥ 4.0% (as Cichoric acid)
Assay (Alkylamides)	≥ 0.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g
E. Coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.