1. Licorice Extract – Premium Bulk Supply for B2B Buyers
Licorice Extract (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a high-quality herbal extract sourced from premium licorice roots, processed under ISO, HACCP, and GMP-certified facilities. With standardized active compounds, including ≥20% glycyrrhizin, our Licorice Extract offers consistent quality for dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Each batch undergoes rigorous third-party testing (HPLC, UV, microbial assays) to ensure purity, safety, and compliance with international standards. Our factory provides complete traceability, COA documentation, and flexible packaging solutions for bulk orders. Ideal for B2B buyers seeking reliable, high-grade licorice extract with verifiable quality and proven supply chain transparency.
2. Product Overview
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Botanical Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra
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Extract Part: Root
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Specification: ≥20% Glycyrrhizin (HPLC), Water-Soluble / Alcohol-Soluble options
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Appearance: Light brown to yellowish powder with characteristic sweet aroma
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Packaging: 25kg/drum, customizable for bulk orders
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Main Markets: Europe, North America, Asia, South America
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Applications: Dietary supplements, functional foods, cosmetics, nutraceuticals
3. Scientific Source & Quality Assurance
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Raw Material Traceability:
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Sourced from certified licorice farms with traceable cultivation and harvest practices.
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Full documentation available for batch-to-batch verification.
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Production under ISO / HACCP / GMP:
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Controlled extraction processes maintaining active compound integrity.
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Multi-step quality checks at each stage (raw material → extraction → drying → packaging).
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Third-Party Testing:
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HPLC for glycyrrhizin content
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UV spectrophotometry for flavonoid content
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Microbial assays for bacteria, yeast, mold
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4. Benefits & Applications
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Health Support Potential: Supports antioxidant balance and natural cellular defense (general wellness, not therapeutic claims).
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Cosmetic Use: Enhances formulations for skin soothing and natural brightening properties.
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Food & Beverage: Natural flavor enhancer with mild sweetness, stable in powder or liquid matrices.
Licorice Extract Applications -
Functional Foods & Supplements: Ideal for tablets, capsules, syrups, and herbal blends.
5. Recommended Use & Dosage Guidance
| Application Type | Typical Usage Range | Notes |
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| Dietary Supplements | 50–200 mg/day | Formulation dependent |
| Functional Beverages | 0.1–0.5% w/v | Soluble in water or juice |
| Cosmetics | 0.1–1% | For serums, creams, masks |
Best Formulation Practices: Incorporate with stabilizers to maintain active compound integrity; compatible with most excipients used in dietary supplements and cosmetics.
6. Traditional Applications
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Traditional herbal remedy in teas, tinctures, and syrups.
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Historically used in herbal formulations for digestive comfort (general wellness context).
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Modern applications include standardized extracts for nutraceutical and cosmetic industries.
7. Product Specification & COA
1) Pesticide Residue Testing
| Name | Limit | Method |
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| Organochlorine Pesticides | ≤0.01 mg/kg | GC-MS |
| Organophosphorus Pesticides | ≤0.05 mg/kg | GC-MS |
2) Heavy Metal Testing
| Name | Limit | Method |
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| Lead (Pb) | ≤2 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
3) Microbial Testing
| Microorganism | Limit | Method |
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| Total Plate Count | ≤1000 CFU/g | ISO 4833 |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤100 CFU/g | ISO 21527 |
| E. coli | Negative | ISO 16649 |
| Salmonella | Negative | ISO 6579 |
8. Production Process
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Cleaning & Sorting of Licorice Roots
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Drying & Grinding
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Extraction with water or ethanol under controlled conditions
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Filtration & Concentration
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Spray Drying or Vacuum Drying
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Sieving & Packaging
9. Storage & Shelf Life
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Storage Conditions: Cool, dry, and dark environment (≤25°C, <60% RH)
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Shelf Life: 24 months in sealed packaging
10. Packaging, Samples & MOQ
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Packaging Options: 25kg/drum, 1kg foil bag for samples
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Sample Policy: Available upon request; COA provided
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MOQ: 25kg per order
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Shipping: Sea freight, air freight; internationally compliant packaging
11. Suitable Industries & Applications
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Industries: Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, Dietary Supplements, Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical R&D
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Use Scenarios: Tablets, capsules, powders, beverages, serums, creams
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Usage Method: Direct incorporation into formulation or pre-dissolution in appropriate solvents
12. Notes & Precautions
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Not intended for medical diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease
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Avoid moisture and high temperature during storage
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Compatible with most common excipients, but pre-testing recommended for new formulations
13. FAQ (Sample)
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Q: Is your licorice extract certified?
A: Yes, our extract is ISO, HACCP, and GMP certified with third-party COA testing. -
Q: What is the glycyrrhizin content?
A: Standardized ≥20% by HPLC. -
Q: Can I request a custom batch or specification?
A: Yes, our factory offers customized extracts to meet your formulation needs. -
Q: What is the recommended shelf life?
A: 24 months in sealed, cool, dry storage.
14. Factory Introduction
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Over 15 years of experience in herbal extraction
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State-of-the-art ISO, HACCP, GMP production lines
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Professional R&D team and application support for B2B customers
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Full traceability from raw material sourcing to finished product
Contact & Verification:
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Website: aiherba.com
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Email: sales@aiherba.com / info@aiherba.com
15. References & Industry Links
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