What is Berberis Vulgaris Extract 25:1?
Berberis Vulgaris Extract 25:1 is a standardized herbal extract (25:1) obtained from the Berberis vulgaris plant. It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Fruit
- Standardization: 25:1
- Solubility: Water-soluble
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0 % |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative in 10 g |
| Salmonella | Negative in 25 g |
What is Berberis Vulgaris Extract 25:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Berberis Vulgaris Extract 25:1 used for? Barberry, with its berberine (isoquinoline alkaloid) content, is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements to support blood sugar and lipid metabolism (source of berberine). With its standardized 25:1 content, it provides a consistent component source in formulations such as berberine HCl capsules, standardized extracts, fruit/root extracts, and tablets.
Benefits and Main Uses of Berberis Vulgaris Extract 25:1
- Blood sugar balance: Clinical studies have reported that berberine increases insulin sensitivity, lowering fasting blood sugar and HbA1c, showing an effect similar to metformin.
- Cholesterol and lipids: There is evidence that berberine helps reduce total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels.
- Metabolic support: Positive effects on glycemic control and metabolic parameters have been observed in patients with type 2 diabetes.
- Antioxidant effect: Studies have shown that barberry fruit extract supports total antioxidant capacity.
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
The main active component, berberine, activates the AMPK enzyme, increasing insulin sensitivity and improving cells' use of blood sugar; it also regulates lipid metabolism, reducing LDL and triglycerides.
Forms of Use (Tablets, Capsules, Powder)
The powder form can be used in tablet, capsule, powder mix/sachet, and (being water-soluble) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive Plant List Check
Berberis vulgaris is included among the permitted (positive) plants under Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement regulations. The permitted/used part: Fruit.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
For this extract, no specific numerical daily upper limit is defined in the List of Restricted Substances; usage is conducted within the framework of general dietary supplement regulations and product specification/CoA.
Storage, Shelf Life, and Re-test
Store in a cool, dry, and protected from light environment. The recommended re-test period is generally 3 years; it may vary by manufacturer. The CoA document of the relevant batch shall be taken as the basis for the exact date.
Technical Documents and Supply — Asuka Kimya
You can contact Asuka Kimya for SDS, TDS, CoA, and supply conditions for Berberis Vulgaris Extract 25:1.
References
The usage information on this page is compiled from official herbal monographs and scientific literature (e.g., EMA/HMPC, NIH/NCCIH, Cochrane, EFSA). The product is a dietary supplement raw material; it does not claim to diagnose or treat diseases.