Wholesome in bulk™ Dandelion Root Powder & Dandelion Leaf Powder
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Bulk Dandelion Root and Leaf Powder for Supplement and Tea Manufacturing
Dandelion root powder is the dried, milled root of Taraxacum officinale F.H. Wigg., a perennial in the daisy family. Dandelion leaf powder is the dried, milled leaf of the same plant. The two differ in color, composition, and specification, so every order names the plant part. We supply both in bulk to supplement brands, tea blenders, contract manufacturers, and formulators.
One plant, two distinct raw materials
Dandelion root and leaf are both simple powders made without solvents or carriers. They differ in what they contain, so each has its own spec and its own checks. That is why the plant part is the first line on every quote.
Plant part sets the spec
Root powder and leaf powder come from the same plant but differ in color, taste, and composition. Each one is specified and labeled as its own ingredient.
Inulin in the root
The root stores inulin, a fructan carbohydrate. Published data put it near 2% in spring roots and up to about 40% in autumn roots, so harvest season shapes the lot.
Chicoric acid in the leaf
Chicoric acid is the main hydroxycinnamic acid in the leaves. Leaf mineral values, such as potassium, belong on the spec sheet as measured numbers.
Bitter sesquiterpene lactones
Root and leaf both contain bitter sesquiterpene lactones, such as taraxinic acid glucoside. Plan taste trials before you add either powder to drink mixes.
A wide sourcing base
Dried root and leaf are traded from Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, China, India, and Morocco, among other origins. Both cultivated and wild picked lots are sold.
Simple processing
Raw powders are dried, milled, and sieved, with no solvent or carrier. Root is also sold roasted for coffee style blends, which is a separate grade with its own spec.
Where formulators use dandelion root and leaf powder
These powders fit measured formats and tea products, including:
- Capsules
- Compressed tablets
- Herbal tea blends and tea bags
- Single ingredient powders
- Multiple ingredient botanical blends
- Roasted root coffee style blends
- Powdered drink mixes, after taste trials
- Private label programs
Keep root and leaf lots separate in production and on labels. A capsule made with root powder and one made with leaf powder are different products, even at the same fill weight.
What to check before you buy dandelion powder
Powders sold under this name can differ in plant part, harvest season, origin, and contaminant levels. Review these points together, and ask for lot documents before you approve a supplier.
Plant part and form
Confirm root or leaf, and raw or roasted root, on the specification and the certificate of analysis (COA). Raw and roasted root differ in color and flavor.
Identity by TLC and microscopy
A thin layer chromatography (TLC) fingerprint and a microscopic check against a reference sample confirm Taraxacum officinale and the plant part. Ask to see both results for your first lots.
Heavy metals
Dandelion takes up metals from the soil, so plants grown near roads or industry can test high. Check lead and cadmium by ICP-MS on every lot, and ask where the plants grew.
Harvest season
Root dug in autumn carries far more inulin than spring root. If inulin matters to your formula, ask for the harvest month and a measured value.
Microbial and pesticide limits
Dried roots and leaves carry soil and field microbes. Check total aerobic count, yeast and mold, and pathogens by USP methods, plus pesticide residues for the source country.
Origin and collection
Ask for the country of harvest and whether the lot was cultivated or wild picked. Both affect metals, foreign matter, and lot to lot consistency.
Label naming: Name the plant part on your label, for example 'dandelion root powder' or 'dandelion leaf powder'. If you list inulin or potassium per serving, base the figure on each lot's measured result.
Typical specification for dandelion root and leaf powder
Root values follow published supplier sheets for raw root powder. Leaf and composition values follow supplier sheets and published data. Final figures come from the specification sheet and COA for your lot. NLT means not less than, and NMT means not more than.
| Parameter | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical source | Taraxacum officinale F.H. Wigg., root or leaf | TLC and microscopy |
| Plant part and form | Raw root powder, or leaf powder | Supplier declaration |
| Appearance | Root: brownish yellow fine powder. Leaf: green to olive fine powder | Visual |
| Odor and taste | Characteristic odor, bitter taste | Organoleptic |
| Inulin (root) | About 12% to 15% for autumn root, reported on the COA | AOAC 997.08 (fructans) |
| Potassium (leaf) | About 3.0% to 4.8%, reported on the COA | ICP-OES |
| Particle size | 100% through 80 mesh | USP <786> |
| Loss on drying | Root NMT 5.0%; leaf NMT 10.0% | USP <731> |
| Residue on ignition | NMT 10.0% | USP <281> |
| Bulk density | 0.30 to 0.60 g/mL | USP <616> |
| Lead | NMT 2.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic | NMT 2.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium | NMT 1.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury | NMT 0.5 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Pesticide residues | Meets USP <561> | GC-MS and LC-MS |
| Total aerobic count | NMT 5,000 cfu/g | USP <2021> |
| Yeast and mold | NMT 300 cfu/g | USP <2021> |
| E. coli and Salmonella | Absent | USP <2022> |
| Shelf life | 24 to 36 months, unopened | Stability data |
Storage and handling for bulk dandelion powder
Root and leaf powders pick up moisture from the air once a bag is open. These steps keep the powder in good condition between production runs.
Keep it sealed
Close the inner liner after each use and press out the air. Root powder can clump quickly in humid rooms.
Store cool and dry
Keep bags off the floor in a dry room, away from heat sources. Some suppliers advise storage below 20 °C, so follow the range on your spec sheet.
Keep away from light
Leave the powder in its original opaque packaging. Light fades leaf powder from green toward olive over time.
Keep parts apart
Store root and leaf lots in separate, clearly labeled areas. Record the lot number and retest date for each bag, and use older lots first.
Dandelion root and leaf powder buyer FAQ
Quick answers to the questions procurement and quality teams ask most.
What is the difference between dandelion root and dandelion leaf powder?
They are different parts of the same plant, sold as separate ingredients. Root powder is brownish yellow and carries inulin, while leaf powder is green and carries chicoric acid. Each has its own specification.
How much inulin is in dandelion root?
It depends on the season. Published data give about 2% in spring roots and up to about 40% in autumn roots, and one European trader quotes 12% to 15% for autumn harvest.
Is dandelion root powder the same as dandelion root extract?
No. Root powder is dried, milled root with nothing added. Extract is made by steeping the root in a solvent and drying the liquid, and it is sold by ratio or marker content.
Is roasted dandelion root the same as raw root powder?
No. Roasted root is heated until dark brown for coffee style blends, which changes its color and flavor. Raw root powder is dried without roasting and is the usual grade for capsules and tablets.
How do you confirm dandelion identity?
A TLC fingerprint against a reference sample, together with a microscopic check of the powder, confirms Taraxacum officinale and the plant part. Ask for both on the first lots you buy.
What documents can I get with an order?
A certificate of analysis (COA) and a specification sheet ship with every order. An allergen statement and a safety data sheet may also be available, depending on the lot in inventory. Contact us to request them.
Can I get a sample before a bulk order?
You can request one by choosing sample options on the quote form. Tell us whether you need root, leaf, or both.
How should I store an opened bag?
Close the liner, press out the air, and keep the bag in a cool, dry place away from light. Root powder picks up moisture readily, so reseal it right after each use.
Request a quote for bulk dandelion root or leaf powder
Tell us the plant part, form, quantity, and timing. We will reply with current pricing. Select testing documents and sample options on the quote form.
Order Dandelion PowderBulk orders: Choose a pack size above, or use the quote form for larger volumes, testing documents, and sample options. We serve supplement brands, tea blenders, contract manufacturers, product developers, and formulators.
This bulk ingredient is sold for further manufacturing and formulation. The information on this page describes the ingredient and how commercial buyers evaluate it. It is not medical advice. Each finished product brand is responsible for its own labeling and product claims.
