Description

Horehound, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the leaves and flowering tops of the *Marrubium vulgare* plant. This natural extract is valued for its consistent profile of bioactive compounds, offering a reliable ingredient for demanding industrial and consumer applications. It serves as a key functional component for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking natural solutions.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Used as a primary active ingredient in herbal formulations, capsules, and tablets for traditional wellness support.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Incorporated into teas, lozenges, syrups, and confectionery products for its characteristic flavor and functional properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a standardized starting material for the further purification and isolation of specific marrubiin and other diterpenoid compounds.
• Traditional Herbal Preparations: A fundamental ingredient in the manufacturing of various traditional and modern herbal medicinal products (HMPs).
• Flavoring & Aromatics: Employed as a natural bitter flavoring agent and aromatic component in specialty food and beverage applications.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Utilized in topical formulations for its potential soothing properties and as a natural additive.

Basic Information

Product Name	Horehound, Ext.
CAS No.	84696-20-8
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Complex Botanical Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable
Synonyms	Horehound Extract; Marrubium vulgare Extract; White Horehound Extract; Common Horehound Extract; Herba Marrubii Extract; Marrubii Herba Extract; Marrubium Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Horehound, Ext. is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assays for key marker compounds (e.g., marrubiin) via HPLC, alongside tests for residual solvents, heavy metals, and microbial limits. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to brownish-green powder
Identification (TLC/HPLC)	Complies with standard
Assay (Marrubiin Content)	Customizable (e.g., 1.0% - 5.0%)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash Content	≤ 10.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 10,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g

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