Mate extract

Mate extract (CAS 73296-98-7), also referenced commercially as Yerba mate cellular extract, is derived from the dried leaves of Ilex paraguariensis and standardized for use across food, cosmetic, and nutraceutical manufacturing.

It delivers antioxidant activity and characteristic flavor notes sourced from a single botanical origin, giving formulators a dual-function ingredient in one input for various industrial applications.

In food and beverage production, it functions as a natural flavoring agent in energy drinks, teas, and functional nutrition products where a distinctly herbal, slightly bitter profile is required.

Nutraceutical manufacturers incorporate it into dietary supplements targeting antioxidant support, where its polyphenol content justifies label claims and differentiates finished products in the market.

In personal care formulations, it is used in skin creams, serums, and hair care products as an antioxidant active, where botanical sourcing is a commercial requirement for clean label products.

Pharmaceutical and healthcare formulators also source it for standardized botanical extracts in capsule and tablet formats, ensuring consistency across different production batches and global supply chains.

Mate extract is supplied as a dry powder or liquid extract, with dry forms being the most common for supplement and cosmetic applications. Standardized grades are available to meet requirements.

Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are the primary commercial offerings, with documentation typically including technical data sheets and certificates of analysis for quality assurance purposes.