Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
What is Cactus extract?
Cactus extract are naturally occurring active ingredients extracted from the stems, fruits, and seeds of the Cactaceae family. This extraction process typically utilizes cold pressing or solvent extraction techniques to preserve core components such as polysaccharides, flavonoids, and betalains. Depending on the part of the plant, extracts can be categorized into three types: stem extracts are rich in mucilage and dietary fiber, fruit extracts are primarily composed of vitamin C and minerals, and seed extracts contain high concentrations of linoleic acid and vitamin E. Modern production processes utilize low-temperature concentration and microencapsulation techniques, ensuring the stability of these active ingredients for use in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It is important to note that extracts from edible cactus varieties (such as Opuntia milpa) undergo rigorous thorn removal and alkaloid testing to ensure safety.
COA
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Test items and results |
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Item |
Specification |
Result |
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Assay |
10:1 |
Conforms |
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Physical＆Chemical Testing |
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Appearance |
Brown fine powder |
Conforms |
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Odor |
Characteristic |
Conforms |
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Sieve Analysis |
NLT 95%Through80 mesh |
Conforms |
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Residue On Ignition |
≤5.0% |
3.45% |
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Loss On Drying |
≤5.0% |
3.72% |
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Heavy Metals |
≤20ppm |
Conforms |
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Lead (Pb) |
≤10ppm |
Conforms |
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Arsenic (As) |
≤2ppm |
Conforms |
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Mercury(Hg) |
≤1ppm |
Conforms |
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Cadmium(Cd) |
≤0.5ppm |
Conforms |
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Microbiological Testing |
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Total plate count |
≤1000cfu/g |
Conforms |
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Yeast & mold |
≤100cfu/g |
Conforms |
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E.coli |
Not detected |
Not detected |
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Salmonella |
Not detected |
Not detected |
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Staphylococcus |
Not detected |
Not detected |
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Shelf life and Storage |
2 Years. Store in sealed containers at cool & dry place. Protect from light, moisture and pest infestation. |
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What is cactus extract good for?
Cactus extracts possess multiple benefits due to their unique active ingredients. As an antioxidant, their rich flavonoids and polysaccharides effectively scavenge free radicals and mitigate cellular damage caused by oxidative stress. Experimental studies have shown that these components can enhance the activity of antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase. Cactus polysaccharides regulate blood sugar by delaying intestinal glucose absorption and improving insulin sensitivity. Clinical studies have shown that they can significantly reduce postprandial blood sugar spikes in patients with type 2 diabetes, a mechanism likely related to promoting the expression of glucose transporter 4. Furthermore, the extract possesses anti-inflammatory properties. Betacyanin inhibits the nuclear factor-κB pathway, reducing the release of inflammatory factors. Its efficacy in alleviating inflammatory diseases such as arthritis and dermatitis is comparable to that of some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Regarding wound healing, the polysaccharides in its mucus stimulate fibroblast proliferation and accelerate collagen deposition. Traditional Mexican medicine has shown that it can shorten wound healing time by approximately 30%. These benefits together constitute the core value of cactus extract in the health field.
What does cactus help in the body?
The benefits of cactus extract are reflected in the improvement of multiple systemic functions.
Regarding the digestive system, its mucus forms a protective film covering the gastric mucosa, alleviating symptoms of gastritis and gastric ulcers. Dietary fiber promotes intestinal motility and significantly improves functional constipation.
In the area of cardiovascular health, the sterols in the extract can inhibit cholesterol absorption.
Animal studies have shown that it can lower blood lipid levels in patients with hyperlipidemia without interfering with normal gastric acid secretion.
Regarding immune regulation, the synergistic effect of vitamin C and polysaccharides can enhance white blood cell activity.
Regarding the digestive system, its mucus forms a protective film covering the gastric mucosa, alleviating symptoms of gastritis and gastric ulcers. Dietary fiber promotes intestinal motility and significantly improves functional constipation.
In the area of cardiovascular health, the sterols in the extract can inhibit cholesterol absorption.
Animal studies have shown that it can lower blood lipid levels in patients with hyperlipidemia without interfering with normal gastric acid secretion.
Regarding immune regulation, the synergistic effect of vitamin C and polysaccharides can enhance white blood cell activity.
Where to buy Cactus extract?
If you are looking for Cactus extract with HPLC quantification, you can directly contact SOST Biotech, a source factory that has been focusing on plant extracts for 20 years, providing spot and customized services from grams to tons, and supporting a full set of documents such as COA, MSDS, and third-party test reports.
Our advantages
1. Free samples can be provided upon your request.
Our advantages
1. Free samples can be provided upon your request.
2. Production capacity: 20 tons/month.
3. The factory covers an area of 7,000 square meters and has 4 Ph.D. technical engineer.
4. Transportation method: express, air transport, sea transport
5. Quality control: 3rd party laboratory testing by Eurofins, SGS, BV etc.
6. 24 hours and 7 days full time standing-by services.
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Product Data Sheets
| Analysis | Description | Test Method |
| Appearance | Orange-Yellow Powder | Visual |
| Odor | Characteristic | Nasil |
| Identification | Conform with reference sample | HPLC |
| Mesh Size | 100% pass 80 mesh | CP2020 |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 1.0% | GB5009.3-2016 |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.5 % | CP2020 |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | CP2020 |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1.5 ppm | BS EN ISO17294-2 2016 2016 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 ppm | BS EN ISO17294-2 2016 |
| Cadmium（Cd） | ≤1ppm | BS EN ISO17294-2 2016 |
| Mercury （Hg） | ≤1ppm | BS EN ISO17294-2 2016 |
| Methyl alcohol | 30ppm （Eurofins：LOQ ） | CP2020 |
| N,N-Dimethylformamide | 880ppm （Eurofins：LOQ ） | CP2020 |
| Total Plate Count | ≤10000 cfu/g | ISO 4833- 1:2013 |
| Yeast and Mold | ≤100 cfu/g | ISO 21527-2:2008 |
| Escherichia Coli | < 10cfu/g | ISO 16649-2:2001 |
| Salmonella/25g | Absent | ISO 6579-1:2017 |
| Effective constituent | Curcumin≥98% | HPLC |
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