Description

Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the leaves of the bearberry plant, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. This extract is valued for its high concentration of bioactive compounds, particularly arbutin and hydroquinone derivatives, which are responsible for its key functional properties. It serves as a critical raw material for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care industries, where consistent potency and purity are paramount for product efficacy and safety.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the formulation of urinary tract health supplements and diuretic preparations.
• Natural Personal Care Actives: Incorporated into skin-lightening creams, serums, and spot treatments due to its arbutin content.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: A key ingredient in capsules, tablets, and tinctures targeting antioxidant support and urinary system wellness.
• Functional Cosmeceuticals: Employed in anti-aging and brightening formulations for its skin tone-evening properties.
• Traditional Herbal Preparations: Serves as a concentrated base for standardized herbal extracts in various therapeutic applications.
• Research & Development: Supplied to laboratories for pharmacological studies, analytical testing, and new product development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi, Ext.
CAS No.	84776-10-3
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Complex Botanical Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable
Synonyms	Bearberry Leaf Extract; Uva Ursi Extract; Arctostaphylos Extract; Bearberry Extract; Uvae Ursi Folium Extract; Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng. extract; Hydroquinone glycosides extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Extract is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to confirm identity, potency (typically standardized to arbutin content), and the absence of specified contaminants such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial load. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing these parameters to ensure compliance with relevant standards for botanical ingredients, including those for dietary supplements and cosmetic actives.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation and clumping.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Brownish Powder
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies
Assay (Arbutin, HPLC)	Min. 20%
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.