Comext High Quality Marshmallow Extract 100% Natural Althea Root Extract Althaea Officinalis Powder

• Certification: ISO, HACCP, Kosher,Halal,Fssc22000
• Assay Method: HPLC, UV
• Application Form: Tablet, Capsule
• Application: Food, Health Care Products, Medicine
• State: Powder
• Extract Source: Root
• Model NO.: MARS01
• Transport Package: Fiber Drum
• Specification: 10: 1 powder
• Trademark: COMEXT
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 130219
• Production Capacity: 10000kg/Year

Product Description

Item	Specification
General Information
Products Name	Marshmallow Extract
Botanical Name	Althaea Officinalis
Part Used	Root
Physical Control
Appearance	Brown Powder
Identification	Conform with standard
Odor&Taste	Characteristic
Loss on Drying	≤5.0%
Particle Size	NLT 95% Pass 80 Mesh
Chemical Control
Extraction Ratio	10:1
Total Heavy Metals	≤10.0ppm
Lead(Pb)	≤3.0ppm
Arsenic(As)	≤2.0ppm
Cadmium(Cd)	≤1.0ppm
Mercury(Hg)	≤0.1ppm
Solvent residue	<5000ppm
Pesticide residue	Meet USP/EP
PAHs	<50ppb
BAP	<10ppb
Aflatoxins	<10ppb
Microbial Control
Total Plate Count	≤1,000cfu/g
Yeast&Molds	≤100cfu/g
E.Coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative
Stapaureus	Negative
Packing and Storage
Packing	Packing in paper-drums and double food-grade PE bag inside. 25Kg/Drum
Storage	Store in a well-closed container away from moisture and direct sunlight, room temperature.
Shelf Life	2 years if sealed and stored properly.

Functions:
Marshmallow is demulcent, laxative and stomachic. It protects and soothes the mucous membranes. It is highly useful in dry cough, bronchial asthma, bronchial catarrh and pleurisy. Roots are used to cure excess stomach acid, peptic ulceration, gastritis, colitis and irritable bowel syndrome. Mouthwash prepared from roots is used in inflammations. Infusion of flowers is used to soothe inflamed skin. Roots ointment is used for treating boils and abscesses. Dried root is used as a toothbrush and is chewed by teething children.



Applications:
1. Recently, Marshmallow has been used as an expectorant to treat a variety of upper respiratory problems.
2. Marshmallow reduces inflammation and has a calming effect on the body.
3. Although Marshmallow has primarily been used for the respiratory and digestive tracts, its high mucilage content may also provide some minor relief for urinary tract and skin infections.
4. Marshmallow's mucilage content helps soothe inflamed tissues, often caused by bronchitis. Marshmallow also relieves dryness and irritation in the chest and throat, usually brought on by colds and persistent coughs.
5. Marshmallow has been known to relieve indigestion, kidney problems, urinary tract infections, and even external skin wounds such as boils and abscesses.