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Bulk Panax Ginseng Root Extract for Supplement Manufacturing
Panax ginseng extract is a dry powder made from the root of Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer, also called Asian or Korean ginseng. It is graded by total ginsenosides, measured by HPLC, and made from white or red root. We supply it in bulk to supplement brands, contract manufacturers, and formulators.
A root extract graded by ginsenosides
Panax ginseng extract is specified by species, root type, and a ginsenoside total from HPLC. When all three match on every COA, you can compare lots and suppliers on the same terms.
The genus sets the name
In the United States, only herbs from the genus Panax may be labeled as ginseng. Asian ginseng and American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius L.) both qualify, but they are separate species with separate specs.
Ginsenosides as markers
Ginsenosides are the saponin compounds that specifications use to grade ginseng extract. HPLC measures named ginsenosides one by one, such as Rg1, Re, Rb1, Rc, Rb2, and Rd, then adds them into a total.
White or red root
White ginseng is fresh root that has been air dried. Red ginseng is root that has been steamed before drying, which changes its color and its ginsenoside profile.
Grades tied to a method
Market grades include 5%, 7%, 8 to 12%, and 10% total ginsenosides by HPLC. Some listings quote 80% by UV, a different method whose figures cannot be ranked against HPLC totals.
Fine, spray dried powder
Root extracts are filtered, concentrated, and spray dried to a yellowish brown powder. Most spec sheets call for a powder that passes an 80 mesh screen.
Water and ethanol extraction
A typical extract uses about 75% ethanol and 25% water. One published grade comes from about 3 kg of dry root per kg of product, with tapioca maltodextrin as the carrier.
Where formulators use Panax ginseng extract
This extract fits measured formats where fill weight and serving size are controlled, including:
- Capsules
- Compressed tablets
- Single ingredient powders
- Multiple ingredient botanical blends
- Stick packs and sachets
- Powdered drink mixes
- Ready to drink beverages, after solubility and taste trials
- Gummies, after taste and stability trials
- Private label programs
Plan fill weights from the confirmed ginsenoside assay on each COA. A 5% grade and a 10% grade are not interchangeable gram for gram, and red and white root extracts differ in profile. Recalculate your serving math whenever you change grade, root type, or supplier.
What to check before you buy Panax ginseng extract
Two powders sold as ginseng extract can differ in species, root type, plant part, and assay method. Review these points together, and ask for lot documents before you approve a supplier.
Species and root type
Confirm Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer on the specification and the certificate of analysis (COA), and ask whether the root is white or red. American ginseng is a separate species sold in the same markets.
Root, not leaf and stem
Ask for root only, and check that the COA says so. Ginseng leaf and stem contain ginsenosides too, so a total figure alone does not show which part was used.
Identity testing
An HPTLC fingerprint against a reference root confirms species and part. A check for pseudoginsenoside F11, a compound found in American ginseng, shows whether the two species were mixed.
Which ginsenosides count
Ask which ginsenosides are added into the total and whether the result is by HPLC. A UV result for total saponins is a different measure and cannot be compared with an HPLC total.
Solvent, ratio, and carrier
Confirm the extraction solvent and native extract ratio. Ask whether maltodextrin or another carrier is added to reach the stated grade, and at what level.
Contaminant limits
Ginseng roots grow in the field for several years before harvest. Ask for a pesticide residue screen, heavy metals by ICP-MS, and microbial limits by USP methods. Compare each limit with your own finished product specification.
Label math: If your label lists ginsenosides per serving, name the method and keep the same ginsenoside list from lot to lot. Base the figure on each lot's measured assay and your own finished product testing.
Typical specification for Panax ginseng extract
These values reflect common HPLC graded root extracts. 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 | Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer, root | HPTLC fingerprint |
| Root type | White (air dried) or red (steamed) root | Supplier declaration |
| Appearance | Fine light yellow to yellowish brown powder | Visual |
| Total ginsenosides | NLT 10.0% | HPLC |
| Ginsenosides included in total | Rg1, Re, Rf, Rb1, Rc, Rb2, Rd | HPLC |
| Pseudoginsenoside F11 | Not detected | HPLC or LC-MS |
| Extraction solvent | Ethanol and water | Supplier declaration |
| Native extract ratio | Ratio of dry root to native extract | Supplier declaration |
| Carrier | None, or maltodextrin with percentage | Supplier declaration |
| Particle size | NLT 95% through 80 mesh | USP <786> |
| Loss on drying | NMT 5.0% | USP <731> |
| Lead | NMT 3.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic | NMT 1.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium | NMT 1.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury | NMT 0.1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Total aerobic count | NMT 10,000 cfu/g | USP <2021> |
| Yeast and mold | NMT 1,000 cfu/g | USP <2021> |
| E. coli and Salmonella | Negative in 10 g and 25 g | USP <2022> |
| Pesticide residues | Meets USP <561> | GC-MS and LC-MS |
| Shelf life | 24 to 36 months, unopened | Stability data |
Storage and handling for bulk ginseng extract
Spray dried root extracts hold their flow and assay when they stay sealed, dry, and out of light. These habits help you keep quality steady across several production runs.
Keep it sealed
Close the inner liner after each use and press out the air. Ginseng extract powders pick up moisture from the air and can cake when left open.
Store cool and dry
Keep bags off the floor in a dry room, away from heat sources. Follow the temperature range on the spec sheet.
Keep away from light
Leave the powder in its original opaque packaging. Light and heat can shift color and assay over time.
Rotate stock
Record the lot number and retest date for each bag. Send older lots to production first.
Panax ginseng extract buyer FAQ
Quick answers to the questions procurement and quality teams ask most.
What is the difference between Panax ginseng and American ginseng?
They are two species in the same genus. Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer is Asian or Korean ginseng, and Panax quinquefolius L. is American ginseng. Both may be labeled ginseng in the US, but their ginsenoside profiles differ, so name the species on every order.
Can Siberian ginseng be labeled as ginseng?
No. Under US law, only herbs from the genus Panax may be labeled or advertised as ginseng. Eleutherococcus senticosus is sold as eleuthero, and FDA Import Alert 54-12 allows detention of foods that use the ginseng name for plants outside Panax.
What is the difference between red and white ginseng extract?
Red ginseng extract is made from root that was steamed before drying, while white ginseng extract uses root that was simply air dried. Steaming changes the color and the ginsenoside profile. Ask which root type each lot uses.
How are ginsenosides measured?
HPLC is the usual method for ginsenosides in an extract specification. It measures named ginsenosides one by one and adds them into a total. Ask which ginsenosides the total includes, because suppliers count different lists.
Does ginseng extract need CITES paperwork?
Usually not, because the CITES ginseng listings exclude extracts and powders. CITES lists American ginseng and the Russian Federation population of Panax ginseng in Appendix II. Both listings cover whole and sliced roots and parts of roots, but not manufactured products such as powders, pills, extracts, teas, and confectionery. The country of origin for each lot is provided with your quote.
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. We will confirm availability, size, and timing.
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. Use the powder within the shelf life shown on the COA.
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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.
