Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) is indigenous to China. The root contains beneficial compounds including ligustilide, ferulic acid, and various polysaccharides that provide multiple health benefits:
Traditionally known as the "ultimate herb" for women, Dong Quai helps restore hormonal balance and menstrual regularity. Modern applications include treatment for PMS and menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
Additional benefits include blood purification, improved circulation, and potential regulation of blood sugar and blood pressure levels.
Not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women. Contraindicated for individuals with chronic diarrhea, abdominal bloating, prostate cancer, endometriosis, or cancers of the breast/uterus.
Pharmaceutical ingredients & Functional food applications
Analysis Items | Specifications | Results | Test Methods |
---|---|---|---|
Description | |||
Identification | Positive | Conforms | TLC |
Appearance & Color | Fine yellow brown powder | Conforms | Visual |
Odor & Taste | Characteristic | Conforms | Organoleptic |
Mesh size | NLT 95% through 80 mesh | Conforms | 80 Mesh Screen |
Solubility | Soluble in water | Conforms | Visual |
Extract ratio | Approx. 5 parts of roots to 1 parts of extract | Conforms | / |
Physical | |||
Loss on drying | NMT 5.0% | 3.43% | GB/T 5009.3-2015 |
Chemical | |||
Heavy metals(Pb) | NMT 20ppm | Conforms | CP2015 |
Arsenic (As) | NMT 2ppm | Conforms | GB/T 5009.11-2015 |
Lead (Pb) | NMT 2ppm | Conforms | GB/T 5009.12-2015 |
Microbial | |||
Total Plate Count | NMT 1,000cfu/g | Conforms | GB/T 4789.2-2015 |
Total Yeast & Mold | NMT 100cfu/g | Conforms | GB/T 4789.15-2015 |
E. Coli | Negative | Conforms | GB/T 4789.3-2015 |
Salmonella | Negative | Conforms | GB/T 4789.4-2015 |
High temperature & high pressure for short time (5" - 10")
Packaged in paper-drums with two plastic-bags inside. Net Weight: 25 kg/drum.
Store in a well-closed container away from moisture.
2 years if sealed and stored away from direct sunlight.
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