Licorice Root Extract

Description

1. Product Overview

Licorice Root Extract is a highly concentrated, standardized botanical extract derived from the roots of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant. It is widely used across the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food & beverage, and cosmetic industries for its bioactive compounds, particularly glycyrrhizin. This extract provides a reliable, high-purity source of natural sweetness, anti-inflammatory, and flavor-enhancing properties, making it a key ingredient in formulations that demand both efficacy and consistency. Strategically, it offers industrial buyers a sustainable and scalable alternative to synthetic additives, strengthening supply chain resilience in high-demand sectors.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Source Material: Glycyrrhiza glabra roots
• Active Components: Glycyrrhizin ≥ 20–40% (customizable per client specification)
• Purity / Grade: Industrial / Pharmaceutical grade available
• Physical Form: Fine powder
• Color: Light to medium brown
• Particle Size: 80–100 mesh standard
• Density: Approx. 0.45–0.55 g/cm³
• Solubility: Water-soluble
• Packaging Options: 25 kg kraft paper bags, 500 kg jumbo bags, or customized bulk containers
• Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions (cool, dry, away from direct sunlight)

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals: Used in tablets, syrups, and lozenges for anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and liver-support formulations.
• Food & Beverage: Natural sweetener and flavor enhancer in confectionery, soft drinks, and functional foods.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Active ingredient in skincare and oral care products for soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
• Operational Advantages: Higher bioactive content ensures consistent efficacy; fine particle size improves solubility and formulation uniformity; scalable sourcing reduces production risk.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Batch-to-batch uniformity ensured through rigorous quality control.
• Supply Reliability: Strong upstream sourcing network guarantees steady year-round availability.
• Logistics Capability: Bulk packaging optimized for containerized shipping; global distribution-ready.
• Price Competitiveness: Industrial-grade extraction process ensures cost-effective procurement.
• Sustainability: Responsibly sourced from renewable plant material; compliant with international safety standards.
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation including certificates of analysis (CoA) and safety data sheets (SDS) provided.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20–22 MT per 20 ft container, depending on packaging format