What is Boswellia Serrate Extract 20:1?
Boswellia Serrate Extract 20:1 is a standardized herbal extract (20:1) obtained from the Boswellia serrate plant. It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Resin
- Standardization: 20:1
- 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 Boswellia Serrate Extract 20:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Boswellia Serrate Extract 20:1 used for? With its content of boswellic acids (especially AKBA / 3-acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid), it is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements to support joint health and normal inflammatory response. With its standardized 20:1 content, it provides a consistent source of ingredient in formulations such as standardized extract capsules/tablets, powders, and softgels (30-65% boswellic acid).
Boswellia Serrate Extract 20:1 Benefits and Main Usage Areas
- Joint and cartilage health: A meta-analysis including seven clinical studies with 545 patients reported that Boswellia extract reduces pain and stiffness and improves joint function in osteoarthritis.
- Inflammation support: Boswellic acids reduce the formation of inflammatory mediators by inhibiting 5-lipoxygenase (5-LOX) and COX-2 enzymes.
- Digestive system (traditional): Traditionally used in intestinal inflammation conditions such as ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome.
- Respiratory tract (limited evidence): There is traditional use in asthma and allergic respiratory complaints; the level of evidence is limited.
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Boswellic acids in the resin, especially AKBA, inhibit the 5-lipoxygenase enzyme responsible for leukotriene B4 production and COX-2; thus, prostaglandin E2 and leukotriene levels decrease and the inflammatory response is reduced.
Forms of Use (Tablet, Capsule, Powder)
The powder form can be used in tablet, capsule, powder mix/sachet, and (since it is water-soluble) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive Plant List Check
Boswellia serrate is among the plants permitted for use (positive list) within the scope of the Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part: Resin.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the Restricted Substances List for Dietary Supplements, a daily usage limit of 500mg/day applies to this component/extract.
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 varies 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 Boswellia Serrate Extract 20:1.
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 aim to diagnose or treat diseases.