Description

Alpinia Officinarum, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the rhizomes of the *Alpinia officinarum* plant, commonly known as lesser galangal. This extract is valued for its concentrated profile of bioactive compounds, offering consistent quality and potency for demanding industrial applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food & beverage, and personal care industries seeking natural functional ingredients.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: As a key ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid formulations for its traditional wellness-supporting properties.
• Functional Food & Beverage: Incorporated into health-focused products like teas, tonics, and fortified foods as a natural flavoring and functional agent.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare formulations such as creams, serums, and lotions for its potential antioxidant benefits.
• Traditional & Herbal Preparations: Serves as a standardized raw material for the production of consistent herbal extracts and tinctures.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Provides a characteristic warm, spicy note for use in natural flavor and fragrance compositions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: As a starting material for the research and development of purified bioactive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alpinia Officinarum, Ext.
CAS No.	90320-42-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Lesser Galangal Extract; Galangal Root Extract; *Alpinia officinarum* Rhizome Extract; Chinese Ginger Extract; Gao Liang Jiang Extract; Galanga Extract; FP3380000; Alpinia Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Alpinia Officinarum Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for identity, purity, and potency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail key parameters such as assay of marker compounds, heavy metals, and microbiological limits, supporting compliance for GMP, ISO, and relevant food safety standards.

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, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Brownish Powder
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies
Assay (Total Galangin / Marker)	≥ 5% (or as per customer requirement)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 2 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.