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What is Licorice Extract Powder?
Licorice Extract Powder is derived from the root of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant, known for its distinctive sweet flavor. This concentrated extract is rich in glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, and saponins, making it an excellent addition to supplements, functional foods, and herbal formulations.
Production Process:
- Sourcing: Free from pesticides, herbicides, and chemical fertilizers.
- Harvesting: The roots are harvested at their optimal growth stage to ensure the highest levels of bioactive compounds.
- Extraction: A water or alcohol-based extraction method is used to concentrate the active ingredients, including glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, and other key phytochemicals.
- Concentration & Drying: The liquid extract is concentrated and spray-dried into a fine powder to preserve its active properties and ensure easy incorporation into various applications.
- Quality Control: Each batch is rigorously tested for potency, purity, and safety, ensuring it meets the highest industry standards.
Key Features:
- Rich in Glycyrrhizin: Known for its natural sweetening properties.
- Antioxidant-Rich: Contains flavonoids and other compounds with antioxidant properties.
- No Additives: Pure and natural powder with no fillers, preservatives, or artificial ingredients.
- Vegan and Gluten-Free: Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets.
Specifications:
| Parameter | Limit/Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine, yellow to brown powder |
| Glycyrrhizin Content | ≥ 20% (Guaranteed minimum) |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 8% |
| Heavy Metals | Lead (Pb) ≤ 0.5 ppm, Arsenic (As) ≤ 0.3 ppm, Cadmium (Cd) ≤ 0.2 ppm, Mercury (Hg) ≤ 0.1 ppm |
| Microbiological Limit | Total Plate Count ≤ 10,000 CFU/g |
| E. coli | Absent |
| Salmonella | Absent |
| Packaging | 25 kg bags, or customized packaging options |
Applications:
- Herbal Supplements:
- Commonly found in capsules, tablets, or powders targeting wellness and immunity.
- Functional Foods and Beverages:
- Used in teas, lozenges, syrups, and health drinks.
- Often included in natural sweeteners for its sweetening power, reducing the need for added sugar.
Why Choose Our Licorice Extract Powder?
- High Potency: With a guaranteed glycyrrhizin content of at least 20%, our extract is highly valued for its taste.
- Versatile Uses: Perfect for use in dietary supplements, functional foods, beverages, and even cosmetics.
- Strict Quality Control: We ensure each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure purity, safety, and potency, so you can trust the quality of our extract.
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