Plant Origin: Camellia sinensis L. Appearance: Light Brown Powder Specification: Total Polyphenols 50% ~ 98% by UV/HPLC
Green Tea Extract
Green tea extract, which is extracted from leaves of the plant Camellia Sinensis, is one of the most popular herbal supplements in the world. The active ingredient of green tea extract is tea polyphenols, catechin and EGCG.
With the function of antioxidant, scavenging free radicals, green tea extract is commonly used for mental alertness, digestive symptoms, headaches, and weight loss.
It also can be used as a safe new natural food antioxidant in food and beverage industry.
Applications:
1. Food Supplements
Around 80% of the adult population in developing countries uses plant extracts for their health needs and half of supplement users take an herbal supplement.
2. Functional Food & Beverages
The demand of functional foods is fast growing. Plant extracts like Green Tea Extract and Ginseng Extract have been used in sports drink in Japan already.
3. Cosmetic Goods
Botanical ingredients are gaining popularity, and the use of plant extracts in cosmetic formulation increases rapidly.
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