Schisandra chinensis extract

Schisandra chinensis extract (CAS 223748-53-6) is a standardized botanical extract derived from the dried berries of the five-flavor fruit plant. Also marketed as Schizandra chinensis extract.

Where is Schisandra chinensis extract used?

• Food and beverage: natural flavoring agent and antioxidant stabilizer
• Nutraceuticals: capsules, tablets and softgels for stress support and liver health positioning
• Cosmetics and skincare: antioxidant active for anti-aging and skin-brightening claims
• Pharmaceutical and dietary supplement producers source it for standardized lignans content, particularly schisandrin, as a marker compound.

Commercial specifications

• Standardized grades specifying schisandrin or total lignans content
• Schisandrin concentrations of 1%, 2%, 9% and higher
• COA, heavy metals testing and pesticide residue reports