Description

Arctium Majus, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the roots of the Greater Burdock plant (Arctium majus). This natural extract is valued for its concentrated profile of bioactive compounds, including lignans, polyphenols, and inulin, offering a consistent and potent material for formulation. It serves as a key functional ingredient for manufacturers in the cosmetic, nutraceutical, and personal care industries seeking natural, skin-beneficial, and wellness-promoting actives.

Application

• Cosmetic & Skincare Formulations: Incorporated into creams, serums, and lotions for its purported antioxidant, soothing, and skin-purifying properties.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Used in capsules, tablets, and liquid extracts to support general wellness, liver function, and detoxification pathways.
• Hair Care Products: Formulated into shampoos, conditioners, and scalp treatments to promote scalp health and hair strength.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Added as a bioactive ingredient to health-focused drinks and food products.
• Traditional & Herbal Medicine: Serves as a standardized raw material for the preparation of herbal remedies and tinctures.
• Research & Development: Supplied to laboratories for pharmacological studies, compound isolation, and bioactivity testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Arctium Majus, Ext.
CAS No.	84649-87-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Burdock Root Extract; Arctium majus Root Extract; Greater Burdock Extract; Lappa Extract; Bardana Extract; Niubang Root Extract; Fructus Arctii Extract; Extractum Radicis Bardanae
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Arctium Majus Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is tested against comprehensive specifications, which may include assays for key marker compounds (e.g., arctiin, chlorogenic acid), heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbiological contamination. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to brownish-yellow powder
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies
Assay (Marker Compound)	Contact for details
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.