Description

Fucus Serratus, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the brown seaweed *Fucus serratus*, commonly known as serrated wrack. This natural extract is valued for its rich content of bioactive compounds, including fucoidan, alginates, and polyphenols, which offer a range of functional benefits. It serves as a key ingredient for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and functional food industries, where natural, marine-derived actives are in high demand.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Utilized as a source of fucoidan and iodine for immune support, metabolic health, and general wellness formulations.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products for its moisturizing, anti-aging, and soothing properties, often found in creams, serums, and masks.
• Functional Food & Beverage: Used as a natural thickening, gelling, or fortifying agent in health-focused food and drink products.
• Agricultural & Animal Nutrition: Employed as a bio-stimulant in plant growth enhancers or as a mineral-rich additive in specialty animal feed.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or raw material for biochemical and pharmacological research into marine polysaccharides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fucus Serratus, Ext.
CAS No.	94167-02-9
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Complex Natural Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable
Synonyms	Fucus Serratus Extract; Serrated Wrack Extract; Fucus Serratus (Algae) Extract; Fucus Serratus Powder; Fucoidan Extract (from Fucus serratus); Fucus; Seaweed Extract (Fucus serratus); Bladderwrack Extract (related species)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Fucus Serratus Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for key markers such as fucoidan content, heavy metals, and microbiological limits. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, detailing purity, potency, and safety parameters.

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 heat should be avoided to maintain stability and efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Brown to Tan Powder
Identification (TLC/IR)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (Fucoidan Content)	≥ 10% - 50% (Customizable)
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Ash	≤ 30.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 10,000 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.