Osthole source:Osthole is natural extracted form common cnidium.Cnidium seed has been very commonly usedin formulations designed to warm the kidneys and strengthen yang energy.
It’s primarily used for the purpose of overcoming sexual malaise and strengthening sexual potency.
The classics repeatedly mention it as an aphrodisiac.it is an annual herbs , height 30-80cm. The leaf is alternate compound umbel inflorescence. Cremocarp , ellipsoidal,2-4 mm long, about 2 mm in dimeter.
Osthole introduction: Cnidium monnier is a species of perennial or biennial herb in the Apiaceae, orparsley, family. It has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to improvelibido, reproductive functioning, and help with skin conditions. Cnidium monnieris currently being studied for its effectiveness inallergy management, osteoporosis , and cancer. It is also used as a general tonic. This herb is considered safe when taken at the recommended dosage.
Appearance:Greenish Yellow or white fine powder
Active ingredient:Osthole
Osthole specifications:Osthole 10%-98% by HPLC
Test By:HPLC
Molecular formula:C15H16O3
Molecular weight:244.29
Structural formula:
CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product Name |
Cnidium Fruit Extract |
Latin Name |
Cnidium monnieri(L.) Guss.. |
Batch Number |
PMC141125 |
Batch Quantity |
30KG |
Manufacture Date |
2014-11-25 |
Expiration Date |
2016-11-24 |
ANALYSIS |
SPECIFICATION |
RESULTS |
Assay: (by HPLC) |
Osthole ≥98% |
98.13% |
Organoleptic |
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Appearance |
Fine Powder |
Complies |
Color |
White |
Complies |
Odor |
Characteristic |
Complies |
Taste |
Characteristic |
Complies |
Part Used |
Fruit |
Complies |
Extract Solvent |
Ethanol & Water |
Complies |
Physical Characteristics |
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Particle Size |
NLT100%Through 80 mesh |
Complies |
Loss on Drying |
≤0.5% |
0.21% |
Ash |
≤0.5% |
0.32% |
Bulk Density |
50-60g/100ml |
Complies |
Solvent Residue |
Eur.Pharm |
Complies |
Pesticide Residue |
Negative |
Negative |
Heavy metals |
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Total Heavy Metals |
≤10ppm |
Complies |
Arsenic |
≤2ppm |
Complies |
Lead |
≤2ppm |
Complies |
Microbiological Tests |
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Total Plate Count |
≤1000cfu/g |
Complies |
Total Yeast & Mold |
≤100cfu/g |
Complies |
E.Coli |
Negative |
Negative |
Salmonella |
Negative |
Negative |
Staphylococcus |
Negative |
Negative |
Osthole Main Benefits:
1. Increase sperm secretion, stimulate sexual desire and has aphrodisiac action.
2. Dry dampness and kills worms.
3. Expel cold and expel the wind.
4. Warm the kidney to strengthen yin.
5. Relieve asthma.
6. Antifungus, antivirus.
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