Purple coneflower root

Purple coneflower root (CAS 90028-20-9) is a standardized botanical extract derived from the root of Echinacea purpurea; also marketed as Echinacea purpurea extract.

Where is Purple coneflower root used?

• Dietary supplements and nutraceuticals: capsules, tablets and liquid drops for immune support
• Pharmaceutical: OTC preparations with defined specifications
• Personal care: creams, serums and scalp treatments with antioxidant and skin-conditioning claims
• Food and beverage: functional teas, wellness shots and fortified drinks with natural botanical labeling
• It is valued for immunomodulatory and antioxidant activity.

Good to know: Batch consistency is critical. Material is often standardized to defined levels of alkylamides or polysaccharides depending on the application.

Commercial specifications

• Standardized to defined levels of alkylamides or polysaccharides
• Organic-certified material available from select suppliers