Description
The standardized extract of Lotus seeds (Nelumbo nucifera, known as lian zi in Traditional Chinese Medicine). Used in calming, sleep-support, digestive-tonification, and traditional medicine applications. Lotus seed embryo extract is also available with higher alkaloid content for premium calming applications.
Off-white to light yellow free-flowing powder. Water-soluble.
We supply food-grade Lotus Seed Extract from manufacturers in China holding ISO, Halal, Kosher and other certifications relevant to the product and production.
Common market grades include 10:1 Lotus Seed Powder (the baseline), 20 percent Polysaccharides (standard supplement grade), Lotus Embryo Extract with 2 percent total alkaloids (the premium calming grade), and Neferine-standardized grades for pharmaceutical research applications.
Bulk and reduced-MOQ shipments. Batch-level COA covering total polysaccharides (UV), total alkaloids, residual solvents, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbiology.
Introduction
Lotus has held cultural and medicinal significance across Asian civilizations for over 3,000 years. Lotus seeds have been used as both food and medicine for spleen-tonification, calming, and reproductive health applications.
Industrial production proceeds by hot-water extraction of dried Lotus seeds, followed by purification and standardization. The seed embryo (lian zi xin) is a separate higher-alkaloid extract used for premium calming applications.
Recognized as a permitted food ingredient in China and most Asian markets; sold as a dietary supplement in the U.S. and several other markets.
The active compounds include polysaccharides, alkaloids (neferine, liensinine, isoliensinine), and flavonoids. Clinical evidence remains limited but traditional consumer demand supports established product segments.
Strategic positioning combines traditional Chinese medicine product formulations and modern calming-supplement applications.
Where it is used
- Calming and sleep-support dietary supplements (Lotus Embryo Extract is the premium calming grade)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine: lian zi formulations and modern granule formats
- Digestive-tonification and spleen-strengthening supplements
- Functional beverages: herbal teas and traditional wellness drinks
- Cosmetic skincare: anti-aging and skin-soothing formulations
- Beauty-from-within supplements
- Premium pet supplements
Technical data
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white to light yellow free-flowing powder |
| Total polysaccharides (UV) | 20% (standard grade) |
| Total alkaloids (UV) | 2% (embryo extract grade) |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 6.0% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 8.0% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 2 mg/kg |
| Total plate count | ≤ 10000 cfu/g |
| Source | Nelumbo nucifera seeds or seed embryos |
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