What is Broccoli Extract %0.5 Sulforaphane?
Broccoli Extract %0.5 Sulforaphane is a standardized plant extract obtained from Brassica oleracea (%0.5 Sulforaphane). It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Flower
- Standardization: %0.5 Sulforaphane
- Solubility: Water-soluble
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0% |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm |
| E. coli | Negative / g |
| Salmonella | Negative / 10g |
What is Broccoli Extract %0.5 Sulforaphane Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Broccoli Extract %0.5 Sulforaphane used for? It is a standardized plant raw material used in dietary supplements for stomach/digestive health and antioxidant support, due to its content of cabbage, glucosinolates and isothiocyanates, vitamins C and K, and polyphenols. With its standardized %0.5 Sulforaphane content, cabbage leaf extract powder/capsule, concentrate, and liquid extract provide a consistent ingredient source in various formulations.
Benefits and Main Usage Areas of Broccoli Extract %0.5 Sulforaphane
- Stomach and digestive health (traditional): Traditionally, cabbage juice has been used for stomach pain, excess stomach acid, and gastric/intestinal ulcers.
- Antioxidant / Cell protection: Glucosinolates convert to indoles and isothiocyanates during digestion, exhibiting antioxidant and cell-protective activity.
- Nutritional support: The leaves are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, beta-carotene, and minerals.
- Inflammation and joints (traditional/local): Cabbage leaf compresses have traditionally been used externally for joint pain and swelling.
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Glucosinolates in the leaves convert into biologically active indoles and isothiocyanates during chewing and digestion; these compounds exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cell proliferation-regulating effects.
Forms of Use (Tablet, Capsule, Powder)
The powder form can be used in tablet, capsule, powder mix/sachet, and (being water-soluble) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive Plant List Check
Brassica oleracea is included among the plants permitted for use (positive list) under Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part: Flower.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the Restricted Substances List for Dietary Supplements, a daily usage limit of 500µg/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 Broccoli Extract %0.5 Sulforaphane.
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 is not intended for the diagnosis or treatment of disease.