What is Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder?
Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder is a natural botanical extract derived from the aerial parts or roots of the purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), a plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It stands as one of the most widely utilised and functionally well-defined active botanical components within Echinacea purpurea raw materials. Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder has long been utilised in dietary supplements and herbal health products for its applications in immune support, antioxidant properties, and upper respiratory tract health management, establishing itself as a classic botanical ingredient in global immune health formulations.
Compared to standard echinacea powder or non-standardised herbal preparations, Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder prioritises the enrichment and stability control of key active polyphenolic compounds. APPCHEM selects premium echinacea botanical material, employing scientific solvent extraction, multi-stage separation, and refinement processes to systematically extract and concentrate the plant's polyphenolic active constituents. Through standardised extraction and refinement, quantifiable control over core active ingredient content is achieved, ensuring the product meets professional application requirements for dietary supplements and functional formulations in terms of purity, potency, and batch consistency.
Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder is typically supplied as a light to dark brown powder, exhibiting excellent formulation compatibility and processing stability. It is suitable for various dosage forms, including capsules, tablets, granules, drink mixes, and compound botanical formulations. In practical applications, this product frequently serves as the core botanical ingredient in immune-support formulations for daily immune maintenance, seasonal health support, and upper respiratory tract protection products. It may also be synergistically combined with elderberry extract, vitamin C, zinc, or other immune-related botanical extracts to establish a multidimensional immune support system.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
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General Information |
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Name |
Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder |
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Item |
Specification |
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Appearance |
Brownish-yellow Powder |
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Odor |
Characteristic |
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Taste |
Characteristic |
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Particle Size |
95% pass 80 mesh |
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Physical |
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Loss on Drying |
≤5.0% |
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Sulphated Ash |
≤5.0% |
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Chemical |
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Pb |
≤3mg/kg |
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As |
≤1mg/kg |
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Hg |
≤0.1mg/kg |
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Cd |
≤1mg/kg |
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Microbial |
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Total microbacterial count |
≤1000cfu/g |
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Yeast & Mold |
≤100cfu/g |
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E.Coli |
Negative |
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Staphylococcus aureus |
Negative |
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Salmonella |
Negative |
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Enterobacteriaceaes |
Negative |
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Conclusion |
Conforms to specification |
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Storage: |
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep in tightly sealed containers, preferably full. |
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Shelf Life: |
24 months when properly stored. |
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Status: |
Non-irradiation; Non-GMO; No Carrier; Halal & Kosher certified. |
What is the Process Flow Diagram?
XI'AN APP-CHEM BIO (TECH) CO., LTD. (APPCHEM) provides Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder utilising a mature, reproducible industrial plant extraction process, comprising the following principal steps:
- Washing
- Filtering
- Removing impurities
- Drying: to prevent high-temperature damage to thermosensitive active ingredients, especially volatile oils.
- Crushing: (such as 80 mesh) to increase the contact area with the solvent and improve extraction efficiency.
- Extraction
- Solid-liquid separation
- Purification
- Concentrate
- Drying
- Smashing
- Packaging
- Finished product
Is Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder Effective?
The health benefits of Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder centre on its exceptional immunomodulatory properties, complemented by multi-dimensional bioactivities including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral effects. Its mechanism of action is multi-targeted and multi-pathway, reflecting the complexity and synergistic effects inherent in natural botanical compounds.
- Multidimensional Immune System Support
Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder provides comprehensive support for the human immune system, significantly enhancing the activity of macrophages, neutrophils, and natural killer (NK) cells. Simultaneously, its active constituents promote the proliferation and activation of T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes. Enhanced T-cell activity aids in coordinating the overall immune response, while B-cell activation stimulates antibody production, providing the body with long-term, specific protection. By regulating the production of multiple cytokines, Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder not only initiates immune responses but also maintains them at appropriate levels. It promotes the moderate release of pro-inflammatory factors such as interleukin-1 (IL-1), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and tumour necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) to combat infection, while simultaneously upregulating levels of anti-inflammatory factors like interleukin-10 (IL-10). This maintains immune balance, preventing excessive inflammatory damage.

- Molecular Mechanisms
The immunomodulatory effects of Echinacea Purpurea Extract are achieved by influencing a complex series of intracellular signalling pathways. Modern molecular biology research has revealed several key mechanisms:
- Toll-like Receptor (TLR) Signalling Pathway: Polysaccharides and other components within Echinacea Purpurea Extract can act as mimetics of pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs), binding to Toll-like receptors (e.g., TLR4) on the surface of immune cells and activating the downstream NF-κB signalling pathway. NF-κB, a central transcription factor regulating immune and inflammatory responses, initiates the expression of numerous immune-related genes upon activation. This includes various cytokines and chemokines, thereby 'awakening' the entire immune system.
- Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase (MAPK) Signalling Pathway: The MAPK pathway (encompassing subpathways such as JNK, ERK, and p38) serves as a pivotal hub for cellular stress responses and immune regulation. Echinacea extract has been demonstrated to activate the MAPK pathway, promoting macrophage activation and anti-infective functions. For instance, activation of the JNK signalling pathway enhances the cytotoxic capacity of immune cells and stimulates cytokine secretion.
- Antioxidant defence system (Nrf2/ARE pathway): Polyphenolic compounds such as cichoric acid are potent antioxidants. They not only directly scavenge free radicals but also activate the Nrf2/ARE signalling pathway, thereby upregulating the expression of endogenous antioxidant enzymes (e.g., SOD, CAT). This protects immune cells from oxidative stress damage, ensuring they maintain optimal functional capacity during the "battle".

What Are the Applications of Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder?
With its clearly defined efficacy profile and excellent physicochemical properties, Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder enjoys extensive and well-established applications within dietary supplements and related wellness sectors. Our raw material is designed to infuse your product line with potent natural immune support.
Daily Immune Support Supplements: This represents the primary application market for echinacea extract.
Product formats include:
- Hard Capsules and Tablets: The most prevalent dosage form, facilitating precise dosing and ease of administration. Available as single-ingredient products or blended with synergistic immune-supporting components such as vitamin C, zinc, and elderberry to create enhanced compound formulations.
- Powders/Instant Mixes: Benefiting from excellent water solubility, these can be packaged as single-serve sachets for consumers to mix with water, juice, or smoothies. This ensures rapid absorption and an enhanced consumption experience.
- Seasonal health and respiratory support products: Developed for seasonal transitions or peak flu periods, these address prevention and relief of upper respiratory discomfort.
- Drops/oral liquids: Liquid formulations absorb rapidly, particularly suited for children and adults with swallowing difficulties. Echinacea drops represent a classic product form in European and American markets.
- Throat Lozenges/Gummies: Combining functionality with snack appeal to enhance consumer adherence, this rapidly growing innovative formulation has emerged in recent years.
- Sports Nutrition and Recovery Supplements: High-intensity training can temporarily suppress the immune system. Echinacea extract, incorporated into sports nutrition products, helps athletes maintain immunity during training, reducing interruptions caused by immune decline.
Factory Strength
Bon Natural Life(Nasdaq: BON)
The Company is headquartered in Xi'an High-tech Zone, Shaanxi Province, with an independent R&D centre and testing laboratories. Its Dali and Tongchuan production sites cover a total area of nearly 20,000 square meters, and it operates through the marketing networks in and out of China.
DALI FACTORY
Covering 30 acres and a building area of 11000 m²
Having a plant extract workshop, a precision drying and packaging workshop, and a spice refining workshop
TONGCHUAN FACTORY
Covering 20 acres, with a construction area of 6900 m²
Having 3 clean workshops, 2 formula product production lines, and 1 special food production line under construction

2006
Since
17,900 m²
Building area
90M
Order received
30+
Patents
Certificates

Security statement:
Our company guarantees that the goods sent are safe, non-flammable, and non-explosive, and consistent with the declaration. Under normal transportation conditions, all losses caused by the products sent by our company shall be borne by our company.
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Shipping and Packaging
Long-term cooperative logistics companies include international logistics companies such as DHL, FedEx, UPS, etc.

The regular bulk packaging of the product is a 25kg plastic bag and a cardboard drum. The sample is packaged in an inner aluminium foil bag and an outer plastic bag, supporting customised packaging solutions.

Exhibition Photos
XI'AN APP-CHEM BIO (TECH) CO., LTD. (APPCHEM) regularly participates in international raw material exhibitions such as CPHI, SSW, and In Cosmetics Asia, and establishes long-term cooperative relationships with global customers.

FAQ
Q1. How is the purity of this product verified?
A1: We employ authoritative analytical methods such as High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Ultraviolet Spectroscopy (UV) to ensure a content of 5%.
Q2. What is the minimum order quantity for Echinacea Purpurea Extract Powder?
A2: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) varies by product and specific requirements, and is typically negotiable. Please contact us for detailed information.
Q3. What is the delivery timeframe for the product?
A3: Delivery times depend on order volume and product type. Generally, we arrange production and dispatch promptly upon order confirmation.
Q4. Does APPCHEM offer customisation services?
A4: Yes, we provide customisation services including packaging, labelling, and adjusting product specifications to meet specific client requirements.
Q5. How does APPCHEM ensure product quality and stability?
A5: We maintain a rigorous quality control system. All products undergo third-party testing, with detailed COA (Certificate of Analysis) and stability data provided.
Reference
[1]Yi Liu, P. Murphy. "Alkamide stability in Echinacea purpurea extracts with and without phenolic acids in dry films and in solution.." Journal of agricultural and food chemistry (2007).
[2]Xu Xin. Effects of Echinacea purpurea Extract on Immunity and Resistance to Salmonella Infection in Mice and Its Mechanistic Study [D]. Zhejiang University, 2014.
[3]Chien-Yu Wang, Vanisree Staniforth et al. "Genomics and proteomics of immune modulatory effects of a butanol fraction of echinacea purpurea in human dendritic cells." BMC Genomics (2008).
[4]Song Hongwei, Zhang Huixi, Zhu Lijun et al. Study on the Effects of Echinacea Extract on the Immune Function of Cyclophosphamide-Immunosuppressed Mice [J]. Feed Expo, 2019.
[5]R. Lv, K. G. Kadiyala et al. "PHYSICOCHEMICAL, PHYTOCHEMICAL, SPECTROSCOPIC (LCMS, AND H1-NMR) ANALYSIS OF EXTRACTS OF PLUMBAGO ZEYLANICA." Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research (2024).

