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Rhubarb Extract (Rheum palmatum) – Emodin 1–98%

Rheum palmatum / R. officinale · Polygonaceae

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Hydroxyanthracene derivative – banned or restricted in EU foods (Reg. (EU) 2021/468)

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Marker compound
Emodin
Standardisation
1–98% (HPLC)
Assay method
HPLC
CAS
518-82-1
Plant part
Root
Origin
China

Rhubarb Extract (Rheum palmatum) – Emodin 1–98%

Rhubarb extract is produced from the root of Rheum palmatum (Polygonaceae family) and supplied as a standardized extract powder, standardized to Emodin. Available grades: 1%, 5%, 20%, 98%. Typical sourcing: China. For B2B formulation in pharmaceutical.

1%5%20%98%

Specifications

Botanical name Rheum palmatum / R. officinale
Common names Rhubarb, Da Huang
Plant family / part Polygonaceae / Root
Marker compound Emodin
Phytochemical class Quinones › Anthraquinones & anthrones
Available grades 1%, 5%, 20%, 98%
Made-to-order grades 5%, 20% (produced on request; confirm lead time)
Assay method HPLC
CAS number 518-82-1
Pharmacopoeia & standards Ph. Eur. (EP), Chinese Pharmacopoeia, Japanese Pharmacopoeia, EMA herbal monograph
Form Standardized Extract
Origin China
Pack sizes Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg; 98% grade: Sample (1 g), 50 g, 250 g, 1 Kg
Shelf life & storage Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light

Regulatory status

  • Hydroxyanthracene derivative – banned or restricted in EU foods (Reg. (EU) 2021/468)

Supplied only to qualified business buyers for lawful manufacturing, research or pharmaceutical use. Buyers are responsible for compliance in their market.

Industries

Pharmaceutical

Documentation

The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.

For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.