Milk Thistle Extract

1. Product Overview

Milk Thistle Extract is a high-value botanical derivative obtained from the seeds of Silybum marianum, standardized for its active complex, silymarin. It is widely utilized across nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and functional food industries for its hepatoprotective and antioxidant properties. The extract offers a reliable, natural solution for liver health formulations and detoxification products, aligning with growing global demand for plant-based therapeutics. Its strategic importance lies in its strong clinical backing, consumer trust in herbal remedies, and expanding application in preventive healthcare markets.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition:
  • Standardized Silymarin complex (typically 70–80%)
  • Active flavonolignans including silibinin, silydianin, and silychristin
• Purity / Grade:
  • Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical grade
  • High-performance standardized extract (≥70% silymarin, customizable)
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Fine powder or granulated extract
  • Color: Yellow to brownish-yellow
  • Odor: Mild characteristic botanical odor
  • Solubility: Partially soluble in ethanol, limited solubility in water
  • Particle Size: Typically 80–100 mesh (customizable)
• Packaging Options:
  • 25 kg fiber drums with double inner PE liners
  • Custom bulk packaging available upon request
• Shelf Life:
  • 24 months under recommended storage conditions (cool, dry, away from direct sunlight)

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Nutraceutical Industry:
  • Liver support supplements, detox formulations, antioxidant blends
  • Capsules, tablets, and functional powders
• Pharmaceutical Industry:
  • Active ingredient in hepatoprotective drugs and therapeutic formulations
  • Adjunct therapy in liver-related conditions
• Food & Beverage Industry:
  • Functional foods, herbal teas, and fortified beverages
• Cosmetics Industry:
  • Anti-aging and skin-protection formulations due to antioxidant properties

Performance Advantages:
Milk Thistle Extract delivers superior bioactive consistency through standardized silymarin content, ensuring predictable efficacy in formulations. Compared to raw botanical powders, it offers enhanced absorption, stability, and dosage precision. Its natural origin and strong clinical association with liver health provide a compelling value proposition in both regulated and consumer-driven markets.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency:
  • Standardized extraction process ensuring uniform silymarin concentration across batches
• Supply Reliability:
  • Scalable sourcing from certified raw material suppliers with stable harvest cycles
• Logistics Capability:
  • Efficient global shipping with export-grade packaging and documentation compliance
• Price Competitiveness:
  • Optimized production and bulk supply chain enabling cost-effective procurement
• Sustainability:
  • Derived from renewable botanical sources with environmentally responsible extraction methods
• Technical Support:
  • Full documentation available (COA, MSDS, specification sheets)
  • Custom formulation and specification support for industrial buyers

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ):
  • Bulk 20 Metric Tons (20MT)
• Loading Capacity:
  • Approx. 20–22 MT per 20-ft container
  • Approx. 25–28 MT per 40-ft container (depending on packaging configuration)