
Description of Schisandra Extract
Schisandra chinensis extract is an extract of the dried mature fruit of schisandra chinensis (turcz.) baill. of the Magnoliaceae family. It has the effects of astringing, strengthening qi and promoting body fluid, and nourishing the kidney and calming the mind.
Specification of Schisandra Extract
| Item | Schisandra Chinensis Extract |
|---|---|
| Botanical Source | Schisandra chinensis |
| Part Used | Fruit |
| Concentration/Standardization | 10:1, 20:1, 30:1, 50:1 or Schisandra A 2%-5%, Total Schisandra 2%-9% |
| Appearance | Fine brown-yellow powder |
| Assay | Thin-layer chromatography (TLC), High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) |
| Packaging | ≤ 5KG: Double-layer plastic packaging (aluminum foil outer layer), > 25KG: Cardboard barrel, Standard packaging: 25KG/drum |
| Storage | Sealed, protected from light, dry, cool, and well-ventilated |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
Test Item | Specification | Test Result | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Schisandrachin Content | NLT 5.0% – 5.10% | 5.xx% | Conforms |
| Appearance | Brownish-yellow powder | Conforms | Conforms |
| Odor | Characteristic odor | Conforms | Conforms |
| Sieve Size | 100% pass 80mesh | Conforms | Conforms |
| Ash | NMT 5.0% | 2.22% | Conforms |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 5.0% | 2.62% | Conforms |
Heavy metal and microbiological analysis:
| Test Item | Specification | Test Result |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Control | ||
| Lead | NMT 2 ppm | Conforms |
| Cadmium | NMT 1 ppm | Conforms |
| Mercury | NMT 1 ppm | Conforms |
| Arsenic | NMT 2 ppm | Conforms |
| Microbiological Tests | ||
| Total Plate Count | NMT 1000 cfu/mg | Conforms |
| Yeast and Mold | NMT 25 cfu/mg | Conforms |
| E. coli | NMT 40 MPN/100g | Conforms |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | Conforms |
| Conclusion | Product Conforms to Specifications |
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