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Rhubarb Extract (Rheum palmatum) – Rhein 1–98%
Rheum palmatum / R. officinale
Hydroxyanthracene derivative – banned or restricted in EU foods (Reg. (EU) 2021/468)
Orders are released after a compliance review of the intended use and destination market.
- Marker compound
- Rhein
- Standardisation
- 1–98% (HPLC)
- Assay method
- HPLC
- CAS
- 478-43-3
- Plant part
- Root
- Origin
- China
Rhubarb Extract (Rheum palmatum) – Rhein 1–98%
Rhubarb extract is produced from the root of Rheum palmatum (Polygonaceae family) and supplied as a standardized extract powder, standardized to Rhein. 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 | Rhein |
| 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 | 478-43-3 |
| 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.
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