Description

Zanthoxylum Piperitum, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the fruit of the Szechuan pepper plant. This extract is valued for its unique sensory and bioactive properties, making it a versatile ingredient for demanding industrial applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, nutraceutical, and personal care industries seeking natural, high-quality functional ingredients.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key component in creating authentic "ma la" (numbing-spicy) flavor profiles for savory food products, sauces, and seasonings, as well as in unique fragrance compositions.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into formulations for its traditional use in supporting wellness, often standardized for specific bioactive alkylamides like sanshools.
• Natural Personal Care: Employed in topical creams, gels, and oral care products for its characteristic tingling sensation and potential soothing properties.
• Functional Foods & Beverages: Added to innovative food and drink products to provide a distinctive sensory experience and natural positioning.
• Agricultural & Animal Feed: Explored for use in natural pest management solutions or as a feed additive due to its bioactive constituents.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a starting material or reference standard in pharmacological studies investigating its traditional medicinal uses.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Zanthoxylum Piperitum, Ext.
CAS No.	97404-53-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Szechuan Pepper Extract; Japanese Pepper Extract; Fagara Extract; Sansho Extract; Zanthoxylum Extract; Prickly Ash Extract; 山椒提取物 (transliteration); Hydroxy-α-sanshool (related key component)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zanthoxylum Piperitum Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for identity, purity, and potency, which may include assays for key alkylamides. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results 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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to brownish-yellow powder or viscous extract
Identification	Complies (HPLC/TLC)
Assay (Total Alkylamides)	Customizable (e.g., 5%, 10%, 20%)
Solvent Residue	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	< 1000 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.