What is Green Tea Extract 25:1?
Green Tea Extract 25:1 is a standardized herbal extract (25:1) obtained from the Green tea plant. It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Leaf
- 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 Green Tea Extract 25:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Green Tea Extract 25:1 used for? Green Tea, with its content of Catechins, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG); caffeine, is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements for antioxidant, metabolism/weight management, and cardiovascular support purposes. With its standardized 25:1 content, it provides a consistent component source in formulations such as capsules, tablets, standardized powder extracts (EGCG/polyphenol standardized), and leaves.
Benefits and Main Uses of Green Tea Extract 25:1
- Powerful Antioxidant: Catechins, primarily EGCG, are powerful antioxidants; they protect cells against oxidative damage.
- Weight and Fat Management: Studies have shown positive effects on body weight and body fat with daily doses of green tea catechins ranging from 270–1200 mg.
- Cardiovascular Health: Regular consumption is associated with antioxidant, cholesterol-lowering, and cardiovascular protective effects.
- Metabolism and Energy: The caffeine and catechins it contains support metabolism (limited evidence).
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
EGCG acts as a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals; additionally, it contributes to fat management and cardiovascular protective effects by influencing lipid metabolism and thermogenesis.
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
Green tea is included among the permitted (positive) plants under the Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part: Leaf.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the List of Restricted Substances in 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 should 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 Green Tea 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.