What is Cinnamon Extract 10:1?
Cinnamon Extract 10:1 is a standardized herbal extract (10:1). It is used as a raw material in the production of dietary supplements.
Product Features
- Part used: Bark
- Standardization: 10:1
- 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 Cinnamon Extract 10:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Cinnamon Extract 10:1 used for? Cinnamon is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements for blood sugar balance and metabolic/antioxidant support due to its content of cinnamaldehyde and polyphenols (proanthocyanidins). Its standardized 10:1 content provides a consistent ingredient source in formulations such as capsules, tablets, extracts, powders/spices, and teas.
Benefits and Main Uses of Cinnamon Extract 10:1
- Blood sugar support: Some meta-analyses report improvements in fasting blood sugar and HbA1c, but evidence is conflicting, and the ADA does not recommend cinnamon for lowering blood sugar (limited/inconsistent evidence).
- Lipid profile: Some studies have observed reductions in total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides (limited evidence).
- Antioxidant support: Used as an antioxidant supplement due to its high polyphenol content.
- Digestion and appetite: Traditionally used as a spice/tea to soothe digestion and reduce bloating (traditional use).
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Cinnamon polyphenols and cinnamaldehyde may support blood sugar metabolism by affecting insulin signaling and glucose uptake; however, this effect is inconsistent in clinical settings.
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.
Plant Positive List Check
Cinnamon Extract 10:1 is included among the permitted (positive) plants under the Turkish Food Codex regulations for dietary supplements. The permitted/used part is: Bark.
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, depending on the manufacturer. The CoA document of the relevant batch should be referred to for the exact date.
Technical Documents and Supply — Asuka Kimya
You can contact Asuka Kimya for SDS, TDS, CoA, and supply conditions for Cinnamon Extract 10:1.
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 and is not intended for the diagnosis or treatment of disease.