silybum marianum extract

Silybum marianum extract is a natural active ingredient extracted from the dried ripe fruits of the plant Silybum marianum (Asteraceae family). Its primary active component is Silymarin, a mixture of flavonolignan compounds including Silybin, Isosilybin, Silydianin, and Silychristin. The product typically appears as a light yellow to brownish-yellow powder or crystalline powder, odorless and tasteless, readily soluble in organic solvents, and insoluble in water.​

Specifications

Product Description

Silybum marianum extract is refined from the dried fruits of Silybum marianum G. using modern extraction processes. Milk thistle is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to Southern Europe and North Africa, with a medicinal history spanning thousands of years in Europe and Africa, where it is a traditional folk medicine. It is also cultivated in northern and northwestern regions of China. Commercial extracts are typically standardized to contain 80% or higher total Silymarin (with specifications such as 30%, 70%, or 98% Silybin), detectable by HPLC/UV methods. The core active component, Silybin, has a molecular formula of C₂₅H₂₂O₁₀, a molecular weight of 482.44, and a CAS number of 22888-70-6.

Product Features

1. High-Purity Active Components: The core consists of standardized Silymarin, particularly rich in the highly bioactive Silybin, ensuring consistent and reliable product efficacy.
2. Natural Plant Origin: Extracted entirely from milk thistle fruits without chemical synthesis, aligning with the global demand for natural, green, and sustainable raw materials.
3. Advanced Production Technology: Employs modern techniques such as low-temperature extraction, membrane separation, and chromatographic purification to maximize the retention of active components while removing impurities and pesticide residues.
4. Excellent Bioavailability: Processed with formulation technologies like phospholipid complexation and nano-emulsification, significantly enhancing the absorption rate and bioavailability of Silymarin in the human body.
5. Stringent Quality Control: Adheres to GMP standards from raw material cultivation to finished product release. Each batch undergoes testing for multiple indicators including heavy metals, microorganisms, and active ingredient content.

Application Areas

Leveraging its exceptional liver-protective, antioxidant, and other pharmacological activities, Silybum marianum extract has broad applications across various industries:

1. Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals: The core application area. Used in manufacturing various liver-protective drugs (e.g., Yiganling tablets), hangover/liver-support supplements, and dietary supplements for blood lipid regulation. It aids in the adjunctive treatment of alcoholic liver injury, fatty liver, viral hepatitis, and chemical liver damage.
2. Functional Foods & Beverages: Serves as a functional ingredient added to liver-protective teas, functional drinks, healthy snacks, and meal replacements, developing foods that meet specific health needs.
3. Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilizes its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in high-end skincare products, serums, and creams to help repair the skin barrier, combat free radicals, and delay skin aging.
4. Animal Health & Feed: Acts as a natural feed additive for maintaining liver health in pets and livestock, improving their stress resistance and overall well-being.
5. Other Industrial Applications: Its antioxidant properties also give it potential as a natural preservative or antioxidant in certain fields.

Product Advantages

1. Well-Documented Liver Protection Efficacy: Substantiated by extensive research, it effectively stabilizes liver cell membranes, promotes liver cell regeneration, and counteracts liver damage caused by various toxins (alcohol, drugs, environmental pollutants), fundamentally improving liver function.
2. Powerful Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory Action: Silymarin is a potent natural antioxidant that scavenges free radicals, reduces oxidative stress and inflammation, contributing positively to chronic disease prevention and anti-aging.
3. Multiple Health Benefits: Beyond liver protection, it also offers additional physiological regulatory effects such as modulating blood lipids, promoting bile secretion to aid digestion, and supporting immune system function, comprehensively enhancing health.
4. High Safety Profile: As an extract from a long-history medicinal plant, its safety is validated by both long-term traditional use and modern toxicological studies. It is suitable for long-term consumption with minimal side effects.
5. Broad Market Prospects & Policy Support: Driven by rising global health awareness and the popularity of "natural therapies," market demand continues to grow. In China, the "Healthy China" strategy and policy exploration regarding food and drug substances provide favorable opportunities for industry development. As the world's primary supplier, China holds significant advantages in technology, cost, and supply chain integration.

Why Choose Us

There are several reasons why Huachen Bio should be your preferred supplier:

We have a mature and experienced R&D team dedicated to developing innovative products.

We maintain a large inventory, ensuring prompt and efficient order fulfillment.

Our products are backed by relevant certifications and meet international quality standards.

We have a solid reputation among our global customers and a lot of industry experience.

Packaging and Shipping

Our silybum marianum extract is carefully packaged in 25kg drums to ensure product integrity during transportation. We also offer customized packaging options based on your specific requirements. With our efficient logistics network, we guarantee secure and timely delivery to any destination worldwide.

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