Ursolic acid 98% Powder

Ursolic Acid 98% Powder - Premium Rosemary Extract for Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Applications

Hunan Clover Origins Biotech produces Ursolic Acid 98% Powder in three FDA-registered, ISO-certified factories with an annual production capacity of more than 5,000 tons and a strict quality control system. According to HPLC testing, our product is 98% pure. Our product is derived from the best quality Rosmarinus officinalis leaves using clean ethanol-water technology.

We have over 25 years' expertise in botanical extracts and we have consistent quality, and are fully certified in ISO 9001, HACCP, FSSC 22000, Kosher and Halal. Your compositions require ingredients of precision grade that meet worldwide regulatory criteria in the dietary supplement, functional skincare and sports nutrition industries.

The white fine powder offers excellent stability and compatibility in many applications. Whatever you are making – anti-aging serums, muscle support capsules or liver health mixtures – you can count on batch-to-batch consistency and full traceability from raw material to the final product.

Product Specifications

What Is Ursolic Acid and Why 98% Purity Matters?

Ursolic acid is a natural pentacyclic triterpenoid found in apple peels, holy basil and leaves of rosemary. This extract is the highest commercial quality available, at 98% purity.

Lower-grade extracts often contain residual plant waxes, chlorophylls, and co-extracted tannins that reduce bioavailability and formulation clarity. Our 98% standard assures you get the maximum active content with the minimum interference from non-target chemicals.

The structure of ursolic acid permits it to impact many biological pathways. It involves suppression of inflammatory mediators, activation of antioxidant enzymes and modulation of metabolic signaling cascades. Its multi-target activity makes it an invaluable component for complex formulations addressing age, inflammation and metabolic health.

Key Benefits & Mechanisms of Action

Anti-inflammatory Effect: Ursolic acid inhibits the NF-κB signaling pathway reducing the generation of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6. This makes it ideal for solutions for joint health, skin soothing and digestive wellbeing.

Antioxidant Protection: It enhances cellular protection against oxidative damage by upregulating endogenous antioxidant systems, such as glutathione and superoxide dismutase. This property is very useful in anti-aging skin care and neuroprotective supplements.

Muscle & Metabolic Support: Ursolic acid has been demonstrated in studies to support lean muscle maintenance by upregulating protein synthesis pathways and to support healthy fat metabolism via AMPK activation. This dual action is used by sports nutrition firms in their body composition products.

Dermatological Applications: In the science of beauty, ursolic acid inhibits collagenase and suppresses elastase. These activities immediately address the loss of firmness of the skin and the formation of wrinkles, making it a premium active ingredient for anti-aging serums and creams.

Hepatoprotective Effects: It increases the activity of the Phase II detoxification enzymes in liver tissue therefore making it an important substance for liver health and cleansing regimens.

Antimicrobial Properties: It has been tested in the lab and found to be effective against some kinds of germs. It may have uses in oral care and preservation systems.

Target Applications & Market Segments

Sports Nutrition & Body Composition: Create cutting edge pre-workouts, post-recovery formulas and fat metabolization support items. The muscle-preserving and metabolic effects fit in perfectly with current performance nutrition trends.

Anti-Aging Skincare: Used in facial serums, eye creams, neck firming treatments, and body contouring lotions. The collagen-protective process produces visible and tangible skin-tightening results for users.

Dietary Supplements: Develop liver detox capsules, antioxidant blends, anti-inflammatory formulae, and cellular health mixtures. Broad mechanism profile enables positioning across wellness categories with flexibility.

Functional Foods & Beverages: Incorporate into protein bars, wellness shots, and fortified beverages for health-conscious consumers looking for natural bioactives.

Research & Development: Pharmaceutical researchers use high purity ursolic acid in mechanistic investigations, drug development programs and bioactivity screening techniques.

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Assurance

Our production facilities are compliant with the highest international standards. All batches of Ursolic acid 98% Powder are rigorously tested before distribution.

Full Test Panel:

• HPLC Purity Tested (Ursolic Acid ≥98%)
• Heavy metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg) screening (by ICP-MS)
• Microbiological analysis (Total Plate Count, Yeast/Mold, E.coli, Salmonella)
• Multi-residue screening (pesticide residues)
• Verification of solvent residues (ethanol, methanol)
• Benzo[a]pyrene analysis
• Control of ethylene oxide residue

Third-Party Validation: We work with internationally respected laboratories such as Eurofins, SGS, Alkemist Labs, and NSF for independent verification. This third party supervision assures unbiased quality confirmation.

Regulatory Compliance: We comply with or surpass quality requirements defined by:

• Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• EFSA (European Food Safety Agency)
• NMPA (China's National Medical Products Administration)

Traceability: Each batch is delivered with full documentation from the identification of botanical source to extraction, purification, testing and packing. Chain-of-custody records help your regulatory filings and consumer transparency needs.

Custom Formulation & OEM/ODM Services

We are more than just a raw material supplier. We are your technical partner in product development . Our R&D team provides custom developed solutions such as:

Specification Adjustments: Need different purity grades, particle sizes, or carrier systems? We change specifications to fit your individual formulation demands.

Compound Formulations: Mix ursolic acid with complementary botanicals, vitamins, minerals or amino acids to create synergistic impact profiles.

Formulation Development: We manufacture final goods in a wide variety of dosage forms:

• Capsules (vegetarian/gelatin)
• Tablets (immediate or extended release)
• Sachets and powder mixtures
• Concentrates (liquid)
• Gummy Formulation

Sample Development: Get your formulation samples within 7 working days to speed up your product launch timeframe.

Confidentiality Protection: All customer formulas, specifications and project data are kept fully secret under thorough NDAs.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between rosemary extract standardized to ursolic acid versus rosmarinic acid?

A: They are two fundamentally different substances with different molecular frameworks and bioactivities. Ursolic acid is a triterpenoid acting on metabolic and structural pathways while rosmarinic acid is a phenolic molecule mainly with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions. Our product has 98% ursolic acid for applications where the particular mechanisms of this triterpenoid are needed.

Q: Does Ursolic Acid Powder contain stimulants or affect energy levels?

A: No. Ursolic acid acts by modulating metabolic enzymes and cell signaling pathways, not by stimulating the central nervous system. It is free of caffeine and stimulating chemicals and is suited for formulas that require jitter-free metabolic assistance.

Q: How should we handle storage to maintain stability?

A: Store at or below 25°C in dry, cool conditions in firmly sealed containers away from direct light. The powder form shows good stability under suitable storage conditions with no significant degradation over a period of 24 months. We recommend keeping the humidity below 60% RH to avoid moisture absorption.

Q: Is there a control for residual extraction solvent for supplement applications?

A: Yes. Ethanol residues: we closely regulate ethanol residues to <5000ppm per USP guidelines, with most batches testing well below 1000ppm. Each Certificate of Analysis includes full solvent residue testing data.

Q: How well does ursolic acid survive heat in industry (gummy manufacture etc)?

A: Yes, ursolic acid shows good thermal stability at conventional confectionery processing conditions of 100-120°C for short periods. We do recommend validation of stability for your individual time-temperature profile, though. Our technical team can assist with optimization of processing parameters.

Q: What paperwork do you supply for regulatory filings?

A: We provide complete paperwork including Certificate of Analysis, Material Safety Data Sheet, allergen statements, GMO free statements, BSE/TSE statements, country of origin certificates, kosher/halal certificates where applicable. Additional documentation can be generated to meet your individual regulatory requirements.

Contact Us - Your Reliable Botanical Extract Partner

Are you ready to take your formulations to the next level with our pharmaceutical-grade Ursolic acid 98% Powder? Email us at info@cloverorigins.com for pricing, samples, or technical consultation.