
Description of Green Tea Extract EGCG:
People have long recognized green tea, an ancient and healthy beverage, for its miraculous effects.Green tea extract EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) is the most representative active ingredient in green tea, and a natural antioxidant that has attracted much attention in recent years.EGCG, or epigallocatechin gallate, belongs to the tea polyphenol group of compounds. Tea polyphenols are a rich class of polyphenols in green tea, and EGCG is a “star member” of the tea polyphenol family, with its content accounting for about 30%-40% of the total amount of tea polyphenols.
Specification of Green Tea Extract EGCG:
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Green Tea Extract |
| Main Ingredient | EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate) |
| Content | 20%~98% |
| Type | Botanical Extract |
| Appearance | Light Yellow Powder |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Test Method | HPLC |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 1kg |
| Sample | 20g free |
| Storage Conditions | Cool and Dry Place, Protect from Light |
What makes EGCG unique:
POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT CAPACITY: EGCG has one of the strongest antioxidant capacities of any natural compound discovered to date. It can effectively scavenge free radicals in the body and protect cells from oxidative damage, thus slowing down aging and preventing many chronic diseases.
MULTIPLE BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES: In addition to antioxidant, EGCG has multiple biological activities including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antitumor, hypolipidemic, and hypotensive. These effects make it show great potential in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer and so on.
Natural and safe: EGCG is derived from natural plants, which provides better safety compared to synthetic drugs.
EGCG is a powerful natural antioxidant with a wide range of applications in several fields. In food, EGCG can extend shelf life; in cosmetics, EGCG is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and whitening; in medicine, EGCG is used for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases and cancer. In addition, EGCG has important applications in scientific research, such as the development of new drugs.
| Item | Specification | Result |
|---|---|---|
| EGCG Content | ≥40% | 41.6% |
| Bulk Density | 0.25-0.65 g/mL | 0.37 g/mL |
| Appearance | Light yellow powder | Conform |
| Odor | Characteristic odor | Conform |
| Particle Size | 100% passes 80 mesh | Conform |
| Ash Content | ≤5.0% | 4.22% |
Heavy Metals and Microbiological Analysis:
| Test Item | Detection Limit | Test Result |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Control | ||
| Lead | NMT 5.0 ppm | Conform |
| Cadmium | NMT 0.2 ppm | Conform |
| Mercury | NMT 0.1 ppm | Conform |
| Arsenic | NMT 3.0 ppm | Conform |
| Microbiological Tests | ||
| Total Plate Count | NMT 1000 cfu/mg | Conform |
| Yeast & Mold | NMT 100 cfu/mg | Conform |
| E. coli | NMT 40 MPN/100g | Conform |
| Staphylococcus | Negative | Conform |
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