What is Maca Root Extract 4:1?
Maca Root Extract 4:1 is a standardized herbal extract (4:1) obtained from the Maca root plant. It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Root
- Standardization: 4:1
- 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 Maca Root Extract 4:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Maca Root Extract 4:1 used for? Maca Root (Lepidium meyenii) is a standardized herbal raw material traditionally used in dietary supplements for supporting sexual desire, energy, and general vitality, due to its content of macamides, macaenes, glucosinolates, and sterol-containing compounds. With its standardized 4:1 content, it provides a consistent ingredient source in formulations such as root powder, capsules, gelatinized maca, and standardized extracts.
Benefits and Main Uses of Maca Root Extract 4:1
- Sexual desire and function: Systematic reviews have reported an increase in sexual desire in men taking 1.5–3 g of maca per day after 6–8 weeks; evidence is limited (limited evidence).
- Menopausal symptoms: Preliminary studies suggest that ~3.5 g of maca per day may reduce psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression in postmenopausal women (limited evidence).
- Energy and mood (traditional): Traditionally used as a natural energy booster and mood balancer (traditional/limited evidence).
- Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction: A small study reported that 3 g of maca per day improved antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, particularly in postmenopausal women (limited evidence).
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
The mechanism of action is not fully elucidated; it is believed that macamides and other compounds act through the central nervous system and mood pathways without directly altering hormonal levels.
Forms of Use (Tablet, Capsule, Powder)
The powder form can be used in tablet, capsule, powder mix/sachet, and (due to water solubility) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive List of Plants Check
Maca root is included among the plants permitted for use (positive list) under Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement regulations. The permitted/used part: Root.
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 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 Maca Root Extract 4:1.
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.