Aloe vera extract

Aloe vera extract (CAS 85507-69-3), also marketed as aloe vera powder, is derived from the leaf gel and rind of Aloe barbadensis miller.

Where is Aloe vera extract used?

• Personal care: humectant and antioxidant that helps retain moisture and extend product stability
• Cosmetics: skin-conditioning and moisture-retention in lotions, serums, gels and after-sun products
• Food and beverage: functional ingredient in aloe drinks, health shots and nutraceutical blends for digestive wellness
• Pharmaceutical and OTC topicals: soothing and stabilizing contribution in wound gels and dermatological creams
• Supplement capsules and tablets use concentrated powder forms.

Good to know: Grades include food-grade and cosmetic-grade, with specifications typically aligned to IASC certification for purity and quality. Products must meet standards such as USP reference standards.

Commercial specifications

• Concentration expressed as a ratio extract, such as 100:1 or 200:1, or by polysaccharide content