Schisandra chinensis extract

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

It is used across food, nutraceutical, and cosmetic formulations primarily for its antioxidant activity and adaptogenic positioning. In functional food and beverage products, it serves as both a natural flavoring agent and an antioxidant stabilizer.

The extract contributes a complex tart-bitter profile to various formulations. Nutraceutical manufacturers incorporate it into capsules, tablets, and softgels targeting stress support and liver health positioning.

These categories currently experience strong retail demand. In cosmetic and skincare formulations, it is used as an antioxidant active to support anti-aging and skin-brightening product claims for high-end brands.

Pharmaceutical and dietary supplement producers also source it for standardized lignans content, particularly schisandrin, as a marker compound for quality and efficacy alignment across global markets.

The material is supplied as a fine powder, typically spray-dried or water-extracted, and is available in standardized grades specifying schisandrin or total lignans content for precise dosing.

Common specifications include 1%, 2%, 9%, and higher schisandrin concentrations to meet formulation and label claim requirements. Both food-grade and supplement-grade material is available for industrial use.

Documentation including COA, heavy metals testing, and pesticide residue reports is standard for botanical extracts. This ensures compliance with international safety and quality standards for chemical distribution.