Description

Licorice Root Extract is a concentrated bioactive preparation derived from the roots of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant. This natural extract is valued for its key active component, glycyrrhizin, which provides significant flavoring, sweetening, and therapeutic properties. It serves as a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the food & beverage, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking natural, multifunctional solutions.

Application

• Food & Beverage: Used as a natural sweetener and flavor enhancer in confectionery, beverages, tobacco products, and dairy.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Formulated for its traditional use in supporting digestive health, respiratory wellness, and adrenal function.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed in syrups, lozenges, and topical preparations for its demulcent, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products (creams, lotions) for its soothing, anti-irritant, and skin-brightening effects.
• Oral Care: A key component in toothpaste and mouthwash for its flavor and potential antimicrobial benefits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Licorice Root Extract
CAS No.	97676-23-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Glycyrrhiza Extract; Liquorice Root Extract; Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract; Sweet Root Extract; Gan Cao Extract; Glycyrrhizic Acid Extract; Licorice Fluid Extract; Succus Liquiritiae
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Licorice Root Extract is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for identity, potency (glycyrrhizin content), and purity to ensure it meets the specifications required for your application. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and microbiological limits are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, prolonged exposure to light, heat, and air should be avoided to maintain stability and efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to yellow-brown powder
Identification (HPLC/TLC)	Complies
Assay (Glycyrrhizin)	20% - 90% (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

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