What is Cranberry Extract 20:1?
Cranberry Extract 20:1 is a standardized herbal extract (20:1) obtained from the Cranberry plant. It is used as a raw material in the production of dietary supplements.
Product Properties
- Part used: Fruit
- 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 Cranberry Extract 20:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Cranberry Extract 20:1 used for? Cranberry is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements to support urinary tract health due to its Proanthocyanidin (especially Type A PACs) content. With its standardized 20:1 content, it provides a consistent source of ingredients in formulations such as capsules, tablets, standardized extracts (in mg of PAC), powders, and fruit juice concentrates.
Benefits and Main Uses of Cranberry Extract 20:1
- Urinary tract health: According to Cochrane reviews, cranberry products may reduce the risk of infection in women prone to recurrent UTIs.
- Prevention of bacterial adhesion: Type A proanthocyanidins show a protective effect by preventing E. coli bacteria from adhering to the bladder wall.
- Antioxidant support: It is used as an antioxidant supplement due to its high polyphenol/proanthocyanidin content.
- Usage limits: Evidence is inconsistent in the elderly, pregnant women, and some high-risk groups; standardized PAC dosage is important for efficacy (limited evidence).
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Cranberry proanthocyanidins (PACs) inhibit the adhesion of p-fimbriated E. coli to urinary epithelial cells, thereby preventing the onset of infection.
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.
Plant Positive List Check
Cranberry is among the plants permitted for use (positive list) within the scope of the Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part: Fruit.
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 place protected from light. 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 Cranberry 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 claim to diagnose or treat diseases.