Green Tea Extract
Description
Green Tea Extract is derived from the young leaves of Camellia sinensis, a plant native to China and now widely cultivated across Asia and other regions. For over a thousand years, green tea has been consumed both as a beverage and a traditional herbal remedy, valued for promoting energy, longevity, and overall wellness.
The extract is standardized to polyphenols (≥50%–98%) and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG ≥20%–60%), powerful catechin compounds known for their strong antioxidant activity. These bioactives contribute to weight management, cardiovascular health, metabolic support, and cellular protection. In addition, green tea naturally contains L-theanine, which promotes mental focus, calmness, and cognitive balance.
Commercial production involves steaming and drying fresh tea leaves to preserve catechins, followed by aqueous–ethanolic extraction and spray-drying. The resulting fine yellow-green powder is stable under proper storage, water-soluble, and suitable for use in capsules, tablets, functional beverages, and dietary supplements. Green Tea Extract is one of the most popular nutraceutical ingredients worldwide.
Typical Specifications
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Item |
Specification |
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Assay |
Polyphenols ≥50%–98%, EGCG ≥20%–60%, Caffeine ≤5% (HPLC/UV) |
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Appearance |
Yellow-green fine powder |
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Botanical Source |
Camellia sinensis leaf |
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Identification |
HPLC/UV spectrum consistent with reference |
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Loss on Drying |
≤5.0% |
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Residue on Ignition |
≤1.0% |
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Heavy Metals |
≤10 ppm |
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Microbiology |
TPC ≤1,000 cfu/g; Yeast & Mold ≤100 cfu/g; E. coli/Salmonella: Negative |
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Solubility |
Soluble in water and ethanol |
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Packaging |
25 kg fiber drum with inner PE liner |
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Storage |
Store in a cool, dry place; protect from light and moisture |
Benefits
✓ Provides powerful antioxidant and anti-aging protection
✓ Supports cardiovascular and metabolic health
✓ Promotes healthy weight management and fat metabolism
✓ Enhances energy, focus, and mental clarity
Applications
✓ Weight management and energy supplements
✓ Functional beverages and teas
✓ Antioxidant and cardiovascular support formulas
✓ Cognitive and wellness nutraceuticals
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