What is Melissa Extract %2 Rosmarinic Acid?
Melissa Extract %2 Rosmarinic Acid is a standardized herbal extract obtained from Melissa officinalis (%2 Rosmarinic acid). It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Leaf
- Standardization: %2 Rosmarinic
- Solubility: Water-soluble
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0% |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative / g |
| Salmonella | Negative / 10g |
What is Melissa Extract %2 Rosmarinic Acid Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Melissa Extract %2 Rosmarinic Acid used for? Melissa (Melissa officinalis) is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements for supporting mild stress, sleep, and digestive comfort, due to its content of rosmarinic acid, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and essential oils. With its standardized 2% Rosmarinic acid content, the leaf extract provides a consistent component source in formulations such as powder, tea/infusion, capsule, tincture, and essential oil.
Benefits and Main Uses of Melissa Extract %2 Rosmarinic Acid
- Mild stress and tension: Within the scope of traditional use by EMA/HMPC, Melissa is used to alleviate symptoms of mild stress; ESCOP also recommends it for mild anxiety, restlessness, and irritability.
- Sleep quality: Traditional use and limited clinical evidence suggest that Melissa (alone or with valerian) may help alleviate sleep problems and improve sleep quality.
- Cognitive function and mood: Studies have reported that extracts standardized for rosmarinic acid support cognitive performance and mood (limited evidence).
- Digestive comfort: Traditionally used to soothe mild digestive complaints and discomforts such as gas.
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
The rosmarinic acid in its content modulates GABA-transaminase activity, exhibiting a calming effect and helping to soothe the nervous system.
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 List of Plants Check
Melissa officinalis is included among the permitted (positive) plants 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 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; this may vary by 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 Melissa Extract %2 Rosmarinic Acid.
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 does not claim to diagnose or treat diseases.