High Quality Safflower Extract 0.3%-3% Safranal

• Certification: ISO, FDA
• Assay Method: UV
• Application Form: Tablet, Capsule
• Application: Food, Health Care Products, Medicine
• State: Powder
• Product Name: Saffron Extract
• Model NO.: 0.3%-3% Safranal HPLC
• Botanical Source: Carthamus Tinctorius L.
• Appearance: Fine Brownish Yellow Powder
• Solubility: Soluble in Ethanol/Water
• Assay: Nlt Safranal 0.3%
• Loss on Drying: Nmt 5.0%
• Ash Content: Nmt 5.0%
• Heavy Metals: Nmt 10ppm
• Arsenic (as): Nmt 2ppm
• Lead (Pb): Nmt 2ppm
• Cadmium (CD): Nmt 1ppm
• Mercury(Hg): Nmt 0.2ppm
• Total Plate Count: < 10,000cfu/G
• Total Yeast & Mold: < 1000cfu/G
• E. Coli: Negative
• Transport Package: Packed in Fiber Drum, LDPE Bag Inside; 25kg
• Specification: 0.3%-3% Safranal HPLC
• Trademark: Kingherbs
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 1302
• Production Capacity: 500kg/ Month

Product Description

Saffron Extract


Plant Origin: Saffron
Part Used: Flower
Specification: 12:1
CAS No.: 84604-17-1
Molecular Formula: Crocin C44H64O24, Safranal C10H14O
Molecular Weight: Crocin 976.96, Safranal 150.22
 

Analysis Items		Specifications
Appearance		Fine brownish yellow powder
Odor & Taste		Characteristic
Bulk Density		40-55g/100ml
Particle Size		95% through 80 mesh
Assay		NLT Safranal 0.3%
Loss on Drying		NMT 8.0%
Ash Content		NMT 8.0%
Extract Solvents		Alcohol & Water
Solvent Residues		NMT 0.05%

 
1. Saffron contains anti-tumour and anti-mutagenicproperties due to the presence of carotenoid, crocetin. Studies on mice indicated that saffron extract delays tumor growth and delays papilloma carcinogenisis and inhibits squamous cell carcinoma. It helps in treating and preventing certain types of cancer such as skin cancer, sarcoma and liver cancer.
2. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, saffron can control inflammation in the body and speed up the healing of burns and cuts. It helps in treating arthritis and other inflammatory joint diseases.
3. For thousands of years in Persian and other Arabian countries, saffron was used as a potent aphrodisiac. It was used to increase libido and erectile dysfuntionby improving the blood flow to the pelvic region. It was also used to treat many female health conditions.
4. Studies have shown the effects of saffron on several eye conditions. Saffron extract helps to slow down retinitis pigmentosa and macular degenration. It alsoprotects the eye from direct effect of bright light.
5. Saffron has been proved to be effective in treating mild to moderate depression. According to studies, saffron has shown equivalent results as given by therapeutic doses of fluoxetine and imipramine., anti-depressants.
6. Saffron acts as a painkiller in treating many painful conditions such as kidney pain, stomach pain and menstrual pain.
7. According to French researchers, saffron extract can reduce the hunger in between meals. It does that by controlling the levels of serotonin in the blood, which is responsible for signaling hunger pangs. Studies have found the effects of saffron on weight loss by reducing feelings of hunger and compulsion to eat between meals.
8. Some animal studies on saffron indicate cognitive enhancement and improved memory . However human trials are still to be conducted to find out the potential effects of saffron on memory. It is believed that regular use of saffron can delay demetia and prevent Alzheimer's disease.
9. It is used in many cosmetics such as skin lightening agents.