EGCG Green Tea Extract

EGCG Green Tea Extract

Product Name: EGCG Green Tea Extract
Used Part: Leaf
Active Ingredients: EGCG, Polyphenols
Specification: EGCG 45% / 50%, Total Polyphenols 80% / 98% (HPLC)
Appearance: Brown to Yellow-Brown powder
Latin Name: Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze
Grade: Food Grade / Pharmaceutical Grade (Optional)
Application: Dietary Supplements, Functional Foods, Beverages, Cosmetics
Solubility: Partially water soluble (Custom water-soluble grade available)
MOQ: 1 kg
Sample: Available
Certificates: COA, ISO9001, ISO22000, HACCP, Kosher, FDA Registered
Package: 25 kg/drum (Inner: Double PE Bag + Aluminum Foil Bag; Outer: Fiber Drum)
Lead Time: 3–7 Days (US Warehouse & China Factory Stock)
Shipping: DHL / FedEx / Air Freight / Sea Freight
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Description
Technical Parameters

What is EGCG Green Tea Extract?

 

EGCG Green Tea Extract is a concentrated and standardized botanical extract made of the leaf of Camellia sinensis, specifically enriched in epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), one of the main catechins that characterize its chemical composition. The extract is aimed at manufacturers that want a high-purity, homogeneous, and constantly supplied plant-derived ingredient to use in dietary supplements, foods, drinks, and cosmetic recipes. It is manufactured by the method of controlled extraction and concentration, after which it is dried to form a fine, free-flowing powder with a specific EGCG level that enables the formulators to obtain predictable dosing and consistency in final products. Its physical and chemical attributes (a moderate hygroscopicity, light, oxygen, and heat sensitivity, and a slightly astringent flavor profile) have to be taken into account in the formulation process, storage, and handling. It is able to be used with several excipients and delivery systems, and it can be incorporated as capsules, tablets, powder, or liquid. It is flexible in particle size, solubility, and carrier makeup to meet any manufacturing or product stability needs. Quality control is usually based on chromatographic analysis, moisture determination, and standard tests of residual solvents and heavy metals to be in line with the international standard and facilitate stability in the large-scale production.

 

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COA

 

Item Specification Result Test Method
Assay (EGCG) ≥ 50% (HPLC) 50.25% HPLC
Total Polyphenols ≥ 80% 82.10% UV
Caffeine Content ≤ 0.5% / ≤ 1.0% 0.32% HPLC
Appearance Light Yellow to Brown Powder Conforms Visual
Odor & Taste Characteristic Conforms Organoleptic
Particle Size 95% Pass 80 Mesh Conforms Sieve Analysis
Loss on Drying ≤ 5.0% 3.12% USP
Ash Content ≤ 5.0% 2.45% USP
Heavy Metals (as Pb) ≤ 10 ppm < 10 ppm ICP-MS
Lead (Pb) ≤ 2.0 ppm < 2.0 ppm ICP-MS
Arsenic (As) ≤ 1.0 ppm < 1.0 ppm ICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd) ≤ 1.0 ppm < 1.0 ppm ICP-MS
Mercury (Hg) ≤ 0.1 ppm < 0.1 ppm ICP-MS
Total Plate Count ≤ 1,000 CFU/g < 100 CFU/g AOAC
Yeast & Mold ≤ 100 CFU/g < 10 CFU/g AOAC
E. coli Negative Negative AOAC
Salmonella Negative Negative AOAC
Staphylococcus aureus Negative Negative AOAC
Solvent Residue Meets USP Standard Conforms GC

 

How can I get EGCG Green Tea Extract?

 

In case you need to source a high-quality product to be used in an industrial or formulation process, Kingsci can provide you with quality solutions with standardized EGCG content, consistent batch quality, and a scalable supply to use. The quality control in the manufacturing process is strict, and we offer full technical documentation in the form of a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and third-party verification support. The experience of Kingsci and the reliability of their supply chain make it easier for manufacturers to incorporate it into capsules, tablets, powders, or liquid preparations, as manufacturers can rely on them.

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Working Principle

 

EGCG Extract works mainly at the molecular level, given that it is highly concentrated in the epigallocatechin gallate, which reacts with the biological systems given that the polyphenolic type of structure. There is a high redox potential of the extract, and it can be used to donate electrons in biochemical systems; this attribute is one of the reasons why it is considered to be an antioxidant. EGCG may also regulate cellular signaling pathways by binding to important enzymes, transcription factors, and membrane-bound proteins, affecting processes including the regulation of reactive oxygen species and cellular energy metabolism, as well as lipid metabolism. It can also be used in the chelation of metal ions and to interact with lipid membranes, which influences the oxidative activity and stabilization of the molecular components in numerous formulations by its molecular structure. Altogether, the polyphenolic chemistry determines the main mechanism of action, which provides the product with the opportunity to engage in redox reactions, the stabilization of molecules, and the regulation of enzymatic and signaling pathways, which makes it a flexible ingredient to be implemented in the development of nutraceutical, cosmetic, and functional products.

 

Process

 

1. Raw Material Selection

The Camellia sinensis leaves are selected and checked on their uniformity in quality, moisture level, and lack of contaminants to guarantee uniformity in large-scale production.

2. Cleaning and Pre-Treatment

The leaves are washed to get rid of dust and any foreign material, and occasionally rinsed or lightly steamed to inactivate oxidative enzymes that may destroy catechins during extraction.

3. Extraction

Solvents Solvent extraction, usually with water or a water-ethanol mixture under controlled pH and temperature, is done on the pre-treated leaves to selectively dissolve catechins such as EGCG.

4. Filtration and Clarification

The crude extract is filtered to eliminate the insoluble fibers and particulates, giving a clarified liquid that is rich in polyphenolic compounds.

5. Concentration

Reduced pressure concentration is used to extract excess solvent and retain heat-sensitive catechins in the filtered extract to create a viscous polyphenol-rich solution.

6. Purification / Standardization

To achieve a consistent change in EGCG content, it can be modified using chromatographic or membrane-based technology to meet specifications and guarantee consistency in potency when needed.

7. Drying

Spray drying or freeze drying is used to convert the concentrated extract into powder, which is commonly added to some type of carrier to enhance flowability and stability (usually maltodextrin).

8. Sieving and Blending

Prior to final packaging, the dried powder is sieved to give a homogeneous particle size and blended to give homogeneity.

9. Packaging and Quality Control

Green Tea Extract Powder is filled in airtight containers that are moisture-proof. Quality control tests, such as catechin content, moisture, heavy metals, and microbial limits, are done to meet the industrial standards and regulatory standards.

 

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Suitable For

 

In terms of manufacturing, Green Tea Leaf Extract is applied in the final products, which would generally be aimed at consumers who want either plant-based, natural, or functional products in their daily lives. Common uses are dietary supplements, functional beverages, powdered mixes, and cosmetic formulations, which are targeted to people interested in wellness-based lifestyles, botanical sourcing, and products whose natural constituents are clearly labeled. The ingredient helps in supporting formulations that target a wide demographic, such as adults of different ages who enjoy plant-based ingredients and consumers in the market who are interested in clean-label, plant-based, or sustainably sourced products. Its flexibility enables manufacturers to target their products to general wellness and lifestyle-based markets, and it is adapted to suit international consumer markets where botanical extracts are prized for the transparency of their formulations and quality of ingredients.

 

Why Choose Us?

 

Kingsci is a qualified manufacturer and distributor of botanical extracts produce and has a total experience of more than 20 years in the manufacture of quality botanical extracts. Our quality control measures include the reliability of products due to proven assay procedures; HPLC and UV, high standards of certification, including ISO and HACCP, and uniformity of quality in all batches. Your quality verification requirements are met by our reliable supply chain, which ensures delivery on time, and you have the option of full Certificates of Analysis (COA) and third-party testing as well. This pool of knowledge, systematised processes, and documentation support enable Kingsci to be a reliable partner to the customers across the globe.

 

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