Description

Gentian, Gentiana Lutea, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the roots of the yellow gentian plant, valued for its intensely bitter principles. This natural extract is a key ingredient in the flavoring and pharmaceutical industries, prized for its digestive and appetite-stimulating properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the food & beverage, nutraceutical, and herbal supplement sectors seeking a reliable, high-quality bittering agent.

Application

• Bittering Agent in Beverages: Used in the production of aperitifs, liqueurs, bitters, and non-alcoholic beverages to impart a characteristic bitter flavor profile.
• Digestive Health Formulations: Incorporated into herbal supplements, tonics, and traditional medicines to support digestion and stimulate appetite.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a natural flavor modifier and complexing agent in premium food products and perfumery.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: A key active component in capsules, tablets, and tinctures targeting gastrointestinal wellness.
• Food Seasonings: Used in specialty sauces, marinades, and gourmet food products to add depth and a bitter note.
• Cosmetic Applications: Found in some cosmetic formulations for its purported astringent and skin-toning properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gentian, Gentiana Lutea, Ext.
CAS No.	72968-42-4
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Gentian Root Extract; Yellow Gentian Extract; Gentiana Lutea Root Extract; Gentianae Radix Extract; Bitter Root Extract; Gentian Bitter; Gentianin; Gentiopicroside Extract (primary marker); Amarogentin Extract.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Gentian Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistent activity, typically standardized to key bitter compounds like gentiopicroside. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, heavy metals, microbiological limits, and residual solvents, supporting compliance with cGMP, ISO, and relevant food/pharmaceutical guidelines.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Brownish-Yellow Powder
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies
Assay (Gentiopicroside)	Min. 5.0% - 40.0% (Customizable)
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
Solvent Residues	Complies with ICH limits

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