Project Description
Product Description
Black Cohosh Extract is a brown powder extracted from the rhizome of black cohosh (Latin name: Cimicifuga foetida L.), alias: grape-like cohosh extract; CIMICIFUGA RACEMOSA root extract. It has antibacterial, antihypertensive, myocardial inhibition, heart rate slowing, sedation, and symptoms of arthritis and osteoporosis. The medicinal ingredients of black cohosh extract are mainly Actein, Epi-Actein, 27-deoxy actein, and Cimicifugoside. The Black Cohosh Extract contains 2.5% triterpene saponins as the standard.
Benefits
- Black Cohosh Extract can indeed improve perimenopausal symptoms.
- Black cohosh can also correct the disorder of body temperature regulation by adjusting the hypothalamic body temperature regulation center to improve the discomfort of the body.
- Black Cohosh Extract has a positive regulatory effect on the body’s reproductive endocrine system and autonomic nervous system, is beneficial to alleviate the perimenopausal syndrome, has the effects of preventing osteoporosis and inhibiting tumors, and can reduce cardiovascular diseases.
- Black Cohosh Extract has antibacterial, hypotensive, myocardial inhibition, heart rate slowing, and sedative effects.
- Black Cohosh Extract is effective for arthritis and osteoporosis.
Core Specification
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Triterpene Glycosides | ≥ 2.5% | HPLC / USP Method |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% | USP <731> |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | USP <231> |
| Total Bacterial Count | ≤ 10⁴ CFU/g | USP <61> |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 10³ CFU/g | USP <61> |
| Salmonella / E. coli | Negative | USP <62> |
Product Forms & Applications
Black Cohosh Extract is available in multiple delivery formats to suit different manufacturing requirements and target consumer preferences.
- Capsules are the most common application format, with a typical dosage of 250 to 400 milligrams per capsule using standardized extract. This form is easy to produce, convenient for consumers, and simple to combine with other menopause-support ingredients such as maca root or St. John‘s wort. It remains the preferred choice for most dietary supplement brands due to its simplicity and market familiarity.
- Tablets are another widely used format, with typical dosage levels ranging from 40 to 80 milligrams per day of standardized extract. Tablets are well-suited for high-volume production and offer advantages in terms of shelf stability and precise dosing. However, they require appropriate binding agents and excipients during manufacturing, which must be carefully selected to maintain the active compound‘s integrity.
- Liquid Supplements provide an alternative delivery method, particularly for consumers who prefer non-solid dosage forms. These include liquid drops and tinctures, which can be used in blended formulations or taken directly. Liquids offer greater flexibility for dosage adjustment but require careful attention to extract stability, solubility, and preservation.
In all formats, the extract is typically standardized to ≥ 2.5% triterpene glycosides to ensure consistent potency and reliable formulation performance. The selection of the final format depends on factors such as target market preferences, production capabilities, and cost considerations.
Applications
Key Application Area – Menopause Health Formulations
Black Cohosh Extract is primarily used in formulations designed to support women‘s health during perimenopause and menopause transitions. The typical daily dosage ranges from 40 to 80 milligrams of standardized extract, often administered in divided doses. Clinical usage suggests that beneficial effects may be observed after approximately 2 weeks of consistent use, with maximum effects typically occurring within 8 weeks.
In commercial menopause-support products, black cohosh is frequently combined with synergistic ingredients, including:
- Maca root
- St. John’s wort
- Dong quai
- Vitex (chaste tree berry)
- Rhapontic rhubarb
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