Rhubarb Root Extract 4:1 (Rheum Officinale / Rheum Rhabarbarum L.)

Rhubarb Root Extract 4:1 (Rheum Officinale / Rheum Rhabarbarum L.)

Additional information

Product Name

Rhubarb Root Extract (Extraction Ratio 4:1)

CAS No.

84650-56-6

Botanical Source

Rheum Rhabarbarum L. (Syn: Rheum Officinale)

Appearance

Fine brown powder

Key Benefits

🌿 Digestive Support
🧬 Liver Health & Detox
🛡 Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant

Main Applications

Nutraceuticals, Herbal Formulas, Functional Beverages, Cosmetics

Product Details

Rhubarb Root Extract 4:1 – Digestive Botanical Extract from Rheum Officinale

Botanical Source: Rheum Rhabarbarum L. (Syn: Rheum Officinale)
Part Used: Root | Extract Ratio: 4:1 | Extraction Solvent: Water
CAS Number: 84650-56-6


1. Introduction

Rhubarb root, traditionally used in TCM and herbal medicine, is known for its laxative, digestive, and detoxifying properties. Chibio Biotech’s Rhubarb Root Extract 4:1 delivers a standardized botanical extract, concentrated via spray drying and rigorously tested for heavy metals and microbial safety.


2. Chemical & Technical Information​​

Parameter Specification Result
Appearance Fine brown powder Complies
Odor & Taste Characteristic Complies
Extraction Ratio 4:1 4:1 (TLC)
Mesh Size ≥95% pass 80 mesh Complies
Loss on Drying ≤5.0% 3.10%
Ash Content ≤5.0% 2.38%
Heavy Metals Pb ≤1 ppm, As ≤10 ppm, Cd ≤1.5 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm Complies
Microbial Load TPC ≤1000 cfu/g, Yeast & Mold ≤100 cfu/g, E. coli: Negative Complies
Storage Cool, dry, sealed 24 months
Packaging 25 kg/drum Food-grade PE liner, fiber drum

🔬 Solubility

Solvent Solubility
Water Partially soluble (depends on fiber content)
Ethanol (50–70%) Soluble – enhanced extraction of anthraquinones
Oil Insoluble

Best used in aqueous or hydroalcoholic systems for tinctures, capsules, and powders.


🔑 Key Functional Properties

  • Extract Ratio 4:1 – Potent concentration equivalent to 4 parts raw herb per 1 part extract

  • High Polyphenol Content – Includes anthraquinones (rhein, emodin), tannins

  • Mild Laxative & Bowel Regulator – Supports regular elimination

  • Hepatoprotective & Detoxifying – Popular in liver cleanse and detox blends

  • Antimicrobial & Astringent – Supports digestive and mucosal health

  • Heat-Stable Powder – Suitable for encapsulation, granulation, beverages


3. Key Benefits & Functional Properties

🌿 Digestive Support

  • Mild natural laxative, promotes regularity

  • Stimulates bile secretion and detox pathways

🧬 Liver Health & Detox

  • Traditionally used in detox formulations for liver and GI tract cleansing

🛡 Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant

  • Contains anthraquinones and polyphenols

  • Supports inflammatory response modulation


4. Application Fields & Suggested Use

Industry Application Function Dosage (Suggested)
Nutraceuticals Capsules, tablets Digestive cleanse, detox 300–500 mg/serving
Herbal Formulas TCM, botanical blends GI support, anti-bloating 400–1000 mg/day
Functional Beverages Liquid tonics, detox shots Laxative, liver tonic 0.2–0.5%
Cosmetics Anti-inflammatory extracts (external) Natural skin detox Per formulation basis

Due to anthraquinone content, monitor dosage in food/supplements to ensure compliance with regional regulations.


5. Why Choose Chibio Biotech’s Rhubarb Root Extract?

Spray-Dried, Water-Based Extraction – Clean and safe
Strict Quality Control – Low heavy metals, microbe-free
Standardized 4:1 Ratio – Effective concentration
Non-GMO, Vegan, Free from Additives
Bulk Supply with Custom Formulation Support Available


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