Alpinia officinarum extract

Alpinia officinarum extract (CAS 90320-42-6) is derived from the rhizome of the galangal plant. Also marketed as lesser galangal extract; FEMA 2499.

Where is Alpinia officinarum extract used?

• Food and beverage: natural flavoring in spice blends, bitters, liqueurs and seasoning systems
• Cosmetics: antioxidant activity in skincare and haircare
• Nutraceuticals: standardized extracts and herbal blends for digestive and metabolic support
• Pharmaceuticals: botanical active or excipient in traditional medicine preparations in European and Asian markets
• It delivers a spicy, ginger-like aromatic profile.

Good to know: Food-grade material conforming to FEMA 2499 is the most common; technical and cosmetic-grade variants exist.

Commercial specifications

• Concentration and standardization vary by supplier specification