Description

Senna, Cassia Angustifolia, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the dried leaflets of the *Cassia angustifolia* plant. This natural product is valued for its consistent and potent concentration of bioactive sennosides, primarily sennoside A and B, which are responsible for its key pharmacological activity. It is an essential ingredient for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and herbal supplement industries seeking a reliable, high-quality botanical active for laxative formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient (API): Primary use in over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription laxative medications, tablets, and capsules.
• Herbal & Dietary Supplements: Key component in natural laxative, detox, and weight management supplement blends in capsule, tablet, or powder form.
• Traditional Medicine Formulations: Used as a standardized ingredient in Ayurvedic and other traditional herbal medicine preparations.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Incorporated into veterinary products for animal constipation relief.
• Clinical & Research Use: Employed in clinical studies and research related to gastrointestinal motility and natural product pharmacology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Senna, Cassia Angustifolia, Ext.
CAS No.	85187-05-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Senna Extract; Tinnevelly Senna Extract; Cassia senna Extract; Sennosides; Alexandrian Senna Leaf Extract; Sennae Folium Extract; Cassia angustifolia Vahl. Extract; Cassia acutifolia Delile Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Senna Extract is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for sennoside content, purity, and safety, aligning with pharmacopeial standards such as USP, EP, and others as required. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine brownish-yellow to brown powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Complies
Assay (Total Sennosides)	Typically 10% - 60% (Customizable)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines
Total Plate Count	< 10,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	< 100 cfu/g
E. Coli / Salmonella	Absent

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