Nasturtium officinale extract

Nasturtium officinale extract (CAS 84775-70-2), derived from watercress, is a botanical ingredient used across cosmetic, food, and nutraceutical applications for its antioxidant and flavoring properties.

Commercially recognized under the designation Nasturtium officinale, ext., it is sourced from the aerial parts of the plant and standardized for active compound content for industrial use.

In personal care formulations, it functions as an antioxidant stabilizer in skin creams, serums, and scalp treatments where botanical actives are a primary label differentiator for consumers.

Food and beverage producers incorporate it as a natural flavoring agent, delivering the characteristic peppery, pungent profile of watercress to sauces, dressings, and functional beverages.

Nutraceutical formulators use it as a source of naturally occurring vitamins and phytonutrients in dietary supplements and health-focused food products requiring high-quality botanical inputs.

Pharmaceutical and healthcare product developers also source it for inclusion in standardized botanical preparations where specific antioxidant activity is a core formulation requirement.

The extract is supplied as a liquid extract, dry powder, or concentrated paste depending on the intended application. Common grades include food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications for manufacturing.

Standardization is typically based on glucosinolate or polyphenol content. Organic-certified material is available from select suppliers to meet clean-label and natural formulation requirements.