What is Green Tea Extract %80 Polyphenol?
Green Tea Extract %80 Polyphenol is a standardized herbal extract obtained from the Green tea plant (%80 Polyphenol). It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part Used: Leaf
- Standardization: %80 Polyphenol
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0 % |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative in 10 g |
| Salmonella | Negative in 25 g |
What Does Green Tea Extract %80 Polyphenol Do? What Is It Used For?
What does Green Tea Extract %80 Polyphenol do? 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 %80 Polyphenol 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 %80 Polyphenol
- Powerful Antioxidant: Catechins, primarily EGCG, are powerful antioxidants; they protect cells against oxidative damage.
- Weight and Fat Management: Studies have shown positive effects of green tea catechins on body weight and body fat at daily doses of 270–1200 mg.
- Cardiovascular Health: Regular consumption is associated with antioxidant, cholesterol-lowering, and cardioprotective 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 (since it is water-soluble) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive Plant List Check
Green tea is included among the plants permitted for use (positive list) under Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part: Leaf.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the Restricted Substances List for Dietary Supplements, a daily usage limit of 500 mg/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 may vary depending on the 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 Green Tea Extract %80 Polyphenol.
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.