What is Tomato Extract - 5% Lycopene?
Tomato Extract - 5% Lycopene is a standardized plant extract obtained from Dietary Supplement plants (5% Lycopene). It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part Used: Tomato
- Standardization: 5% Lycopene
- Solubility: Water-soluble
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0% |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative / g |
| Salmonella | Negative / 10g |
What is Tomato Extract - 5% Lycopene Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Tomato Extract - 5% Lycopene used for? Tomato (Lycopene), with its Lycopene (carotenoid pigment) content, is a standardized plant raw material used in dietary supplements for antioxidant support, prostate, and cardiovascular health (lycopene). With its standardized 5% Lycopene content, it provides a consistent ingredient source in formulations such as soft gel capsules, tablets, tomato oleoresin extract, and powder.
Benefits and Main Uses of Tomato Extract - 5% Lycopene
- Antioxidant Protection: Lycopene has one of the highest antioxidant capacities among carotenoid pigments; it helps reduce cellular oxidative damage by neutralizing free radicals.
- Cardiovascular Health: Epidemiological studies associate a lycopene-rich diet with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (limited evidence).
- Prostate Health: Observational studies have linked high lycopene intake to a lower risk of prostate cancer; however, randomized clinical evidence is limited and mixed (limited evidence).
- Skin and Cell Health: Due to its antioxidant effects, lycopene is used as a supportive agent against cellular wear and tear caused by oxidative stress.
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Lycopene directly interacts with reactive oxygen species, reducing lipid oxidation and protecting cells from oxidative damage; its bioavailability increases in heat-processed tomato products.
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 Plant List Check
The dietary supplement is listed among the permitted (positive) plants under the Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement legislation. The permitted/used part is: Tomato.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the Restricted Substances List for Dietary Supplements, a daily usage limit of 00mg/day applies to this component/extract. Label warning: “Not for use by individuals under 18 years of age.” and “If this dietary supplement is used for more than 3 months, consult a doctor.”
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 by manufacturer. The CoA (Certificate of Analysis) for the specific batch should be consulted for the exact date.
Technical Documents and Supply — Asuka Kimya
You can contact Asuka Kimya for SDS, TDS, CoA, and supply conditions for Tomato Extract - 5% Lycopene.
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.