Centella asiatica extract
What is Centella asiatica extract?
Centella asiatica extract (CAS 84696-21-9), also known commercially as Gotu Kola extract, is a standardized botanical extract derived from the whole herb of Centella asiatica.
Where is Centella asiatica extract used?
- Personal care: anti-aging creams, serums and scar-treatment products for skin repair
- Pharmaceuticals: topical wound-healing preparations and oral dosage forms targeting microcirculation and connective tissue support
- Nutraceuticals: capsules and tablets marketed for cognitive function and vascular health
- Food-grade versions are used in functional beverages and wellness products in select Asian markets.
Good to know: Its triterpenoid content, including asiaticoside, madecassoside and asiatic acid, supports collagen synthesis and skin barrier repair.
Commercial specifications
- Standardization typically 10% to 80% total triterpenoids, including asiaticoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid
- Specifications aligned to USP and Ph. Eur. monographs where applicable
- Organic-certified material commercially available
Other Names (Synonyms)
Hydrocotyle asiatica, ext.|Centella asiatica, ext.|Centella asiatica|Gotu Kola Extract