Garcinia cambogia extract

Garcinia cambogia extract (CAS 90045-23-1, EC 289-882-8) is a plant-derived extract sourced from the Garcinia cambogia fruit, also known as Brindleberry or Brindall Berry. It is standardised for hydroxycitric acid (HCA) content and is commercially identified under names including Garcinia indica extract and Garcinia extract. No E-code designation applies.

In food and nutrition applications, HCA is incorporated into weight management supplements where it acts as a competitive inhibitor of ATP-citrate lyase, an enzyme involved in fatty acid synthesis. In personal care formulations, it functions as an antioxidant, helping to stabilise emulsions and protect active ingredients against oxidative degradation.

Garcinia cambogia extract is supplied under food-grade and nutraceutical-grade specifications, with HCA content typically standardised between 50% and 60%. Suppliers operating in the EU must comply with REACH registration requirements. The product is classified under HS code 1302190200 and is typically available in powder form in fibre drums or multi-layer bags.