Description

Gentiana Lutea Root Extract is a concentrated botanical preparation derived from the roots of the yellow gentian plant. This extract is valued for its rich profile of bitter secoiridoid compounds, which are responsible for its characteristic properties and biological activity. It serves as a key ingredient for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical industries seeking natural bittering agents and functional components.

Application

• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Used in formulations for digestive health tonics and appetite stimulants, leveraging its traditional bitter principle properties.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Incorporated as a natural bittering agent in aperitifs, digestifs, bitters, and specialty non-alcoholic beverages.
• Traditional & Herbal Medicine: Serves as a fundamental component in herbal preparations aimed at supporting gastrointestinal function and liver health.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Utilized in skincare products for its potential antioxidant benefits and as a natural active ingredient.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed to impart complex bitter notes and depth in flavor compositions and aromatic extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gentiana Lutea Root Extract
CAS No.	97676-22-7
Molecular Formula	Complex botanical extract; primary active constituents include Gentiopicroside, Swertiamarin, and Amarogentin.
Molecular Weight	N/A (Complex Mixture)
Synonyms	Gentian Root Extract; Yellow Gentian Extract; Radix Gentianae Luteae Extract; Bitter Root Extract; Gentiana Extract; Gentiopicroside Extract; Gentianae Luteae Radix Extract; Gentian Bitter Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Gentiana Lutea Root Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to verify identity, potency, and purity, with a focus on key marker compounds like Gentiopicroside. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, heavy metal content, microbial limits, and residual solvents to ensure compliance with relevant standards for your target application.

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 potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to yellowish-brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Complies with reference standard
Assay (Gentiopicroside)	≥ 5.0% - 40.0% (Customizable)
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
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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