Hydrastis Canadensis Root Extract

Hydrastis Canadensis Root Extract (CAS 84603-60-1), commercially known as Goldenseal extract, is a botanical ingredient derived from the rhizome and root of the goldenseal plant. It is sourced for its antimicrobial and antioxidant activity across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care applications.

In dietary supplements and nutraceutical formulations, Goldenseal extract is incorporated into capsules, tablets, and liquid tinctures targeting immune and digestive health positioning. Personal care formulators use it as a preservation-supporting active in creams, cleansers, and toners.

In these cosmetic applications, botanical antimicrobial activity is a label-relevant claim. In food and beverage products, it functions as an antioxidant stabilizer where natural-origin preservation is a formulation requirement for the manufacturer.

Pharmaceutical manufacturers also incorporate it into topical preparations and standardized herbal medicinal products. These products are subject to defined alkaloid content specifications to ensure consistent potency and efficacy across different production batches.

Hydrastis Canadensis Root Extract is supplied as a dry powder or liquid extract, with dry forms being the most common for supplement and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Grades include standardized extracts defined by berberine or total alkaloid content.

Non-standardized botanical powders are also available for general formulation use. Both food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are available depending on the intended application and regional regulatory requirements for the specific market.