Description

Sweet Clover, Melilotus Officinalis, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the dried flowering tops of the *Melilotus officinalis* plant. This natural extract is valued for its content of coumarin derivatives, which are responsible for its characteristic sweet, hay-like aroma and key biological activities. It serves as a crucial ingredient for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries, where natural, plant-based actives are in high demand.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key aromatic component to impart sweet, coumarinic, and hay-like notes in perfumes, soaps, and fine fragrances.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into formulations for its traditional use in supporting vascular health and circulation.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Employed in creams, lotions, and serums for its soothing properties and as a natural fragrance ingredient.
• Aromatherapy: Used in essential oil blends and diffuser products for its calming and grounding aromatic profile.
• Functional Foods & Beverages: Acts as a natural flavoring agent in specialty teas, herbal infusions, and functional beverages.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material for the semi-synthesis of other coumarin-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sweet Clover, Melilotus Officinalis, Ext.
CAS No.	84082-81-5
Molecular Formula	Complex botanical extract; primary marker: C9H6O2 (Coumarin)
Molecular Weight	Varies by composition; Coumarin MW: 146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Melilot Extract; Sweet Clover Extract; Melliotus officinalis L. extract; Yellow Sweet Clover Extract; Common Melilot Extract; Coumarin-containing Melilot Extract; King's Clover Extract; EINECS 282-027-1

Quality Control

Our Sweet Clover Extract is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure consistent activity, purity, and safety. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as coumarin content, solvent residues, heavy metals, and microbiological limits. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO standards and relevant guidelines for botanical ingredients.

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 and light should be avoided to maintain stability and potency. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to yellowish-brown powder or viscous extract
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies with standard
Assay (Total Coumarins)	Contact for details (typically 1-5% or customized)
Solvent Residues	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	< 1000 CFU/g
Loss on Drying	< 5.0%

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