Products Description
Chamomile Extract 1.2% Apigenin - Matricaria Recutita | Soothing Ingredient for Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals & Beverages
Our Organic Chamomile Extract is derived from premium Matricaria recutita flowers, carefully harvested at full bloom when active compounds reach peak concentration. Standardized to contain minimum 1.2% apigenin-the key bioactive component-this golden-amber extract captures the full soothing and calming properties of chamomile in a highly bioavailable liquid or powder form.
Produced using a gentle cold maceration extraction process with food-grade ethanol and water, our extract preserves delicate phytochemicals including apigenin, bisabolol, and flavonoids. This temperature-controlled method ensures maximum retention of chamomile's characteristic soothing properties without thermal degradation of sensitive compounds.
Free from artificial additives, heavy metals, pesticides, and GMOs, our Chamomile Extract meets stringent international standards for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food applications. It complies with USDA Organic, EU, FDA, and ECOCERT regulations, making it an ideal natural ingredient for clean-label formulations focused on calming and soothing benefits.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Testing Method | Compliance Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botanical Source | Matricaria recutita (Flowers) | Macroscopic & Microscopic Identification | USP <561> |
| Assay (Apigenin) | ≥1.2% | HPLC-PDA | USP <562> |
| Bisabolol Content | ≥0.3% | GC-FID | ISO 12721 |
| Total Flavonoids | ≥5.0% (as rutin) | Colorimetric Method | EP 8.0 |
| Appearance | Golden-amber liquid or light yellow powder | Visual Inspection | Cosmetic & Food Grade Standards |
| Extraction Solvent | Food-grade ethanol (40-50%) and water | GC Analysis | FDA 21 CFR 173.170 |
| Solid Content | 50-60% (liquid), ≥95% (powder) | Gravimetric Method | USP <1116> |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% (powder only) | USP <731> (105°C, 2 hours) | FDA 21 CFR 110 |
| Ash Content | ≤5.0% | USP <281> | EU Regulation 1881/2006 |
| Heavy Metals | Total ≤10ppm (Pb ≤0.1ppm, Cd ≤0.1ppm, Hg ≤0.01ppm, As ≤0.1ppm) | ICP-MS | USP <231>, EU 1881/2006 |
| Residual Solvents | Ethanol ≤50ppm | GC-FID | ICH Q3C |
| Microbial Contamination | Total Aerobic Count ≤10,000 cfu/g, Yeast/Mold ≤100 cfu/g | USP <61> | FDA BAM, EU 2073/2005 |
| Pathogens | E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus: Negative | USP <62> | FDA Food Safety Standards |
| Pesticide Residues | Total ≤0.01ppm | GC-MS/MS | EU 396/2005 |
| pH (1% Solution) | 5.0-7.0 | pH Meter | USP <791> |
| Solubility | ≥95% in water (powder), miscible with water (liquid) | Visual Assessment | Industry Standards |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from production date | Stability Testing | ISO 22000 |
| Certifications | Organic, Kosher, Halal, GMP, ISO 22000 | Third-Party Audits | Global Cosmetic & Food Standards |
Product advantages
Why Choose Our Chamomile Extract Powder
Chamomile Extract 1.2% Apigenin - Matricaria Recutita
Standardized Apigenin Content
Guaranteed minimum 1.2% apigenin ensures consistent soothing efficacy in every batch, verified by HPLC testing.
Gentle Extraction Process
Cold maceration at 25-30°C preserves heat-sensitive compounds, maintaining chamomile's natural phytochemical profile and soothing properties.
Dual Form Options
Available as both liquid (50-60% solids) and powder (≥95% solids) to accommodate diverse formulation requirements across industries.
Multi-Industry Versatility
Suitable for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food & beverages, providing soothing benefits in various applications.
Clean Label Compliance
Free from artificial additives, heavy metals, and allergens, meeting strict clean-label standards for global markets.
Sustainable Sourcing
Flowers sourced from sustainable farming cooperatives using water-efficient irrigation and regenerative agricultural practices.
Product Applications
Our Chamomile Extract offers versatile applications across industries requiring natural soothing, calming, and anti-irritant ingredients:
1 Cosmetics & Personal Care
- Facial Skincare: Chamomile extract is ideal for sensitive, irritated, or mature skin formulations. Used in cleansers (1-2%), toners (2-5%), serums (0.5-1%), and moisturizers (2-3%) to soothe irritation, reduce redness, and provide antioxidant benefits. Its apigenin content helps calm skin while bisabolol supports healthy-looking skin.
- Baby Care Products: Incorporated into baby lotions, shampoos, and diaper creams at 1-3% concentrations for its gentle soothing properties, helping to protect delicate skin and reduce discomfort from diaper rash.
- Sunscreen & After-Sun Products: Added to sunscreens (1-2%) and after-sun formulations (3-5%) to soothe sun-exposed skin, reduce redness, and support skin recovery after UV exposure.
- Hair Care Formulations: Used in shampoos and conditioners (1-2%) for sensitive scalps, providing soothing benefits while adding natural shine to hair. Particularly effective in products for dandruff-prone scalps.
- Men's Grooming Products: Included in aftershaves, shaving creams, and beard oils (2-4%) to soothe post-shave irritation and calm sensitive skin.
2 Pharmaceutical & Nutraceuticals
- Oral Care Medications: Used in mouthwashes, throat lozenges, and dental products (0.5-2%) for its soothing properties, helping to relieve minor mouth and throat irritations.
- Topical Analgesics: Incorporated into creams and ointments (2-5%) for relieving minor skin irritations, itching, and discomfort, leveraging chamomile's traditional soothing properties.
- Digestive Health Formulas: Included in herbal supplements, teas, and capsules (200-500mg) for supporting digestive comfort, with a long history of traditional use for soothing the digestive system.
- Sleep Support Supplements: Used in calming formulations and sleep aids (150-300mg) for its naturally calming properties, often combined with other relaxing herbs like valerian and passionflower.
- Children's Formulations: Added to gentle cough syrups and teething products for its soothing properties, providing natural relief for children.
3 Food & Beverage Industry
- Functional Beverages: Chamomile extract enhances herbal teas, relaxation drinks, and wellness beverages at 0.1-0.5% concentrations, providing natural flavor and calming properties without bitterness.
- Dairy Products: Used in yogurts, kefirs, and puddings (0.05-0.2%) to add subtle floral notes and functional benefits, particularly in products marketed for relaxation.
- Confectionery: Incorporated into herbal lozenges, chocolates, and gummies (0.2-1%) for both flavor and functional soothing properties, appealing to health-conscious consumers.
- Baked Goods: Added to cookies, cakes, and pastries (0.1-0.3%) to provide natural flavor and potential calming benefits in functional food products.
- Nutritional Bars: Included in wellness bars and relaxation-focused snacks (0.3-0.8%) as a functional ingredient that supports the product's health positioning.
4 Natural Remedies & Herbal Products
- Herbal Teas & Infusions: Used as a key ingredient in calming tea blends (1-3%) for its traditional use in promoting relaxation and supporting restful sleep.
- Tinctures & Extracts: Formulated into liquid herbal remedies (5-10%) for digestive comfort, skin health, and relaxation support.
- Aromatherapy Products: Added to essential oil blends, diffuser formulations, and bath products (1-3%) for its calming aromatic properties, enhancing the sensory experience.
- Homeopathic Remedies: Used in dilute concentrations in homeopathic preparations for various soothing applications.
Company Advantages
Vertical Integration
Complete control from chamomile cultivation to extract production, ensuring full traceability and consistent quality at every stage of production.
Specialized Cultivation
Partner with 12 organic farming cooperatives across Europe with ideal growing conditions for Matricaria recutita, ensuring flowers with 20% higher apigenin content than industry average.
Advanced Extraction Technology
Proprietary cold maceration process that preserves 97% of sensitive compounds, including apigenin and bisabolol, compared to 70-80% retention with traditional hot extraction methods.
Quality Infrastructure
Produced in a GMP-certified, FDA-registered facility compliant with ISO 22000 and Cosmetics GMP (ISO 22716), ensuring pharmaceutical-grade safety and consistency.
Testing Capabilities
In-house ISO 17025-accredited laboratory performs 50+ quality tests per batch, including apigenin quantification, heavy metal screening, and microbial testing.
Production Capacity
Flexible manufacturing from small quantities (1kg) to bulk production (30,000kg/month) with 5-day turnaround for standard orders.
Product Case Studies
Product Success Cases
Chamomile Extract 1.2% Apigenin - Matricaria Recutita
Case 1: Sensitive Skin Cosmetics Brand
Challenge: A premium skincare brand needed a natural soothing ingredient for their sensitive skin line that would reduce redness, calm irritation, and provide verifiable results without synthetic additives.
Solution: We provided our Organic Chamomile Extract with 1.2% apigenin, along with clinical testing protocols. Our technical team recommended 2.5% inclusion in their moisturizer formulation, supported by efficacy data showing irritation reduction.
Result: The reformulated product reduced customer complaints about skin irritation by 68%. Clinical testing confirmed a 34% reduction in redness after 2 weeks of use. The product became their best-seller, with 92% of users reporting "soothing benefits" in reviews. They now use the extract in 8 products, ordering 8,000kg quarterly.
Case 2: Functional Beverage Manufacturer
Challenge: A beverage company developing a line of "relaxation drinks" struggled with inconsistent flavor and efficacy using conventional chamomile extracts, which either tasted bitter or provided minimal functional benefits.
Solution: We supplied our standardized chamomile extract with precise apigenin content (1.2%) and optimized flavor profile. We conducted stability testing in their beverage base and recommended 0.3% inclusion for optimal taste and efficacy.
Result: The beverage achieved a 4.8/5 rating in consumer testing, with 87% of tasters noting "pleasant flavor" and 79% reporting "calming effects". It secured distribution in 3,500+ stores, exceeding sales projections by 45%. The company has expanded to 3 flavor variants using our extract.
Case 3: Pharmaceutical Company
Challenge: A pharmaceutical manufacturer needed a natural ingredient for their children's cough syrup that would soothe irritated throats, enhance palatability, and meet strict pharmaceutical standards.
Solution: We provided our pharmaceutical-grade chamomile extract with complete regulatory documentation. Our technical team assisted with formulation to ensure stability and efficacy, recommending 1.5% inclusion.
Result: The syrup received FDA approval 30% faster than projected due to our comprehensive documentation. Pediatric testing showed 82% parental approval for soothing effectiveness, and the product captured 19% market share in the natural children's cough syrup category within one year. They now order 12,000kg monthly.
Packaging & Shipping
Packaging Options
| Order Size | Packaging Type | Material Standards | Shelf Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Quantities (1kg–5kg) | Amber glass bottles with nitrogen flush (liquid) or aluminum foil bags (powder) | USP Type I Glass, FDA 21 CFR 177 | 24 months |
| Medium Batch (10kg–25kg) | Food-grade HDPE drums with inert liners (liquid) or fiber drums (powder) | EU 10/2011, FDA Compliant | 24 months |
| Large Batch (50kg–200kg) | Stainless steel drums (liquid) or double-lined fiber drums (powder) | ISO 15378, GMP Standards | 24 months |
| Bulk (300kg–30,000kg+) | IBC totes with food-grade liners (liquid) or bulk bags (powder) | FDA/USP Food Contact Standards | 24 months |
| Custom Orders | Private-label packaging, retail-ready options, dosage forms | Client specifications | 24 months |
All packaging includes batch number, COA reference, production date, expiry date, QR code for full traceability, and storage instructions: "Store in cool, dry place (15-25°C) away from direct light and heat. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Liquid extract: protect from freezing."
Shipping Information
- Transport Modes:
- Express (DHL/FedEx): 2–5 days (small quantities)
- Air Freight: 5–7 days (medium batches)
- Sea Freight: 21–35 days (bulk orders)
- Climate-Controlled Transport: For temperature-sensitive destinations
- Storage Conditions: Shipped in light-resistant containers with appropriate temperature controls to maintain phytochemical stability during transport.
- Documentation: Each shipment includes comprehensive documentation:
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) with apigenin content verification
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)
- Organic, Kosher, and Halal certificates (as requested)
- Certificate of Origin and Free Sale Certificate
- Allergen and GMO-free declarations
- Handling and storage instructions
- Customs Compliance: Pre-prepared documents for global markets including FDA Prior Notice, EU Cosmetics Notification, and import permits assistance.
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FAQ
Everything You Need to Know
Chamomile Extract 1.2% Apigenin - Matricaria Recutita
What is Chamomile Extract?
Chamomile Extract is a concentrated solution derived from Matricaria recutita flowers, standardized to contain minimum 1.2% apigenin-the key bioactive compound responsible for its soothing properties. It's available in liquid and powder forms for diverse applications.
What are the main benefits of Chamomile Extract?
Chamomile Extract offers natural soothing and calming properties due to its apigenin and bisabolol content. It helps soothe irritated skin, supports relaxation, and provides antioxidant benefits in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food applications.
How is Chamomile Extract produced?
Our Chamomile Extract is produced using a gentle cold maceration process at 25-30°C, preserving sensitive compounds like apigenin. This method ensures maximum retention of chamomile's natural soothing properties compared to heat-based extraction.
What is apigenin in Chamomile Extract?
Apigenin is the primary bioactive flavonoid in chamomile responsible for its soothing properties. Our extract is standardized to contain minimum 1.2% apigenin, ensuring consistent efficacy in every batch, verified by HPLC testing.
How is Chamomile Extract used in cosmetics?
It's used in skincare products like cleansers, moisturizers, and serums (1-5% concentrations) to soothe sensitive skin, reduce redness, and provide antioxidant benefits, making it ideal for sensitive and irritated skin formulations.
Can Chamomile Extract be used in beverages?
Yes, it's excellent for herbal teas, relaxation drinks, and functional beverages at 0.1-0.5% concentrations, providing natural flavor and calming properties without bitterness, enhancing both taste and functionality.
What is the shelf life of Chamomile Extract?
When stored properly in a cool, dark place in tightly closed containers, our Chamomile Extract maintains its efficacy and quality for 24 months from the production date, with preserved apigenin content and sensory properties.
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