Organic Red Ginseng Root

What is Organic Red Ginseng Root?

Organic Ginseng Root (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer), traditionally called Korean Red Ginseng Root or Asian Ginseng Root, consists of premium 6-year roots from certified organic farms. Sun-dried to ≤12% moisture and hand-sorted to preserve bioactive compounds (ginsenosides, polyacetylenes). Retains full-spectrum adaptogenic properties.

Specifications

Attribute	Specification
Botanical Name	Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer
Common Names	Korean Ginseng, Red Ginseng Root, Insam
Age	6-year cultivated roots
Form	Whole roots or sliced
Moisture	≤12%
Ginsenosides	Natural 4-7% range (dry basis)
Root Diameter	Main root ≥1.5cm; Hair roots attached
Defects	<1% mold/insect damage

Key Features & Benefits

Authentic Sourcing: Traceable to Geumsan/Ginseng-growing regions in Korea
Bioactive Preservation: Traditional sun-drying replaces heat processing
Dual Usage: Suitable for direct consumption (decoctions) or industrial extraction
Synergistic Compounds: Retains ginsenosides + polysaccharides lost in powdering
Traditional Preparation: Red ginseng variant steamed per Korean standards

Applications

Industry	Use Cases (Synonym Integration)
Herbal Products	Decoction kits (Panax ginseng tea blends)
Extraction	Raw material for ginseng extracts/tinctures
Supplements	Whole root slicing for capsule filling
Culinary	Medicinal soups/stews (Insam recipes)
Personal Care	Ginseng-infused oil macerations

Certifications & Quality Assurance

• Organic: USDA/NOP · EU 834/2007 · KOREA Organic Certification
• Authenticity: DNA barcoding (ITS2/psbA-trnH markers)
• Purity Tests:
  • Pesticides: 500+ residues below EU MRLs
  • Heavy Metals: Pb≤0.2ppm, Cd≤0.1ppm, As≤0.1ppm
  • Microbes: Salmonella spp. absent (per 25g)
• Processing: GMP-compliant drying & sorting facility

Why Choose Us?

Grade Selection: Hand-sorted into sizes:

• Premium: ≥30g roots (95% intact)
• Standard: 15-30g roots
  Regulatory Support: Korea MFDS & USFDA GRAS documentation
  Custom Processing: Available as whole roots, sliced (cross/oblique), or diced
  Volume Handling: 5MT/month consistent supply

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