| Dandelion Extract Technical Data Sheet | |
| Sense Index | |
| Appearance | Brown powder |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic |
| Physical-chemical Index | |
| Flavonoids (UV) | 1%-10% Flavonoids |
| Particle Size | 98% pass 80 mesh |
| Loss on drying | 5% Max |
| Ash | 5% Max |
| Heavy metals | 10ppm Max |
| Lead | 2ppm Max |
| Arsenic | 2ppm Max |
| Mercury | 0.1ppm Max |
| Cadmium | 1ppm Max |
| Hygienic Index | |
| Total plate count | 1,000cfu/g Max |
| Mold & yeast | 100cfu/g Max |
| Enterobacteriae | 10cfu/g Max |
| E.Coli | Absent in 10g |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25g |
| Statements: Non-Irradiated, Non-GMO | |
| Packaging: 1kg/aluminium foil bag, 25kg/drum (37*37*50cm). | |
| Shelf Life: 24 months stored in original packaging away from the light, and under the optimal temperature 10~25℃. | |
Dandelion extract is a natural active component derived from the roots, leaves, or whole plant of the dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), primarily prepared using modern techniques such as water extraction, alcohol extraction, or supercritical fluid extraction. Its core functional components include taraxasterol, flavonoids (e.g., luteolin), caffeic acid, polysaccharides, and various vitamins and minerals. The extract typically appears as a brownish-yellow to dark brown powder or paste, with a slightly bitter taste, good water solubility, and stability. Dandelion has a long history in traditional medicine and is revered as the "queen of herbs." Modern research has further revealed its rich biological activities, making it an important raw material in the field of medicinal and edible homology, combining traditional wisdom with modern science.
Dandelion extract offers broad and mild efficacy: 1) Liver protection and bile stimulation, promoting bile secretion and aiding liver detoxification; 2) Diuretic and anti-edema effects, helping to eliminate excess bodily fluids and toxins; 3) Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, inhibiting common pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus; 4) Antioxidant activity, scavenging free radicals and delaying cellular aging; 5) Regulation of blood sugar and lipids, improving metabolic health; 6) Immune enhancement, activating immune cells such as macrophages; 7) Digestive support, relieving bloating and constipation. Its comprehensive effects and high safety profile make it suitable for long-term health maintenance.
Dandelion extract is widely applied: In the health food industry, it is commonly used in liver-protective, diuretic, and detoxifying capsules, tea bags, or oral liquids. In functional foods, it is added to health beverages, meal replacement powders, or fermented products. In the pharmaceutical sector, it serves as a botanical ingredient forassistance treating liver and gallbladder disorders and edema. In the daily chemical field, its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties are utilized in oral care and acne skincare products. In the feed industry, it acts as a natural additive to enhance animal immunity. Recently, it has expanded into special dietary foods and plant-based products. Its full-plant utilization aligns with sustainable development principles.