What is Cassia Nomame Extract?
Cassia Nomame Extract is a botanical extract derived from the aerial parts or whole herb of the leguminous plant Cassia nomame, produced through processes such as water extraction, ethanol extraction, or combined water-ethanol extraction. In recent years, Cassia Nomame Extract has garnered increasing attention for its potential applications in lipid metabolism-related areas. Research suggests its flavonoid constituents may influence lipid metabolic processes by affecting the activity of fat metabolism-related enzymes. This lends it considerable application potential in weight management and plant-based metabolic balance products, particularly when synergistically combined with ingredients such as green tea extract, white kidney bean extract, and hawthorn extract. Within the international plant extract market, Cassia Nomame Extract is commercially positioned more as a synergistic functional ingredient rather than a single high-dose efficacy component. Its advantages lie in its clear botanical origin, well-established traditional application rationale, and capacity to form synergistic formulations with various common functional plant materials.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
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General Information |
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Name |
Cassia Nomame Extract |
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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 Cassia Nomame Extract 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 Cassia Nomame Extract Effective?
Modern scientific research provides compelling evidence for the traditional efficacy of Cassia Nomame extract
- Inhibiting pancreatic lipase activity
The rich content of flavanol oligomers in Cassia Nomame extract possesses a unique polyphenolic structure capable of forming non-competitive or mixed-type reversible binding with key amino acid residues at the active site of pancreatic lipase. This binding alters the enzyme's spatial conformation, preventing effective binding with its substrate (triglycerides) and thereby significantly reducing its catalytic activity. Research indicates a dose-dependent inhibitory effect, wherein higher extract concentrations yield stronger suppression of lipase activity. Compared to synthetic lipase inhibitors, Cassia Nomame extract-as a naturally derived botanical ingredient-exhibits milder action and superior safety, aligning more closely with contemporary consumer preferences for "clean label" and "natural wellness" products.

Beyond its established lipase inhibitory action, the polyphenolic compounds within Cassia Nomame extract confer several other potential health benefits:
- Antioxidant Activity
They effectively scavenge free radicals within the body, reducing cellular damage caused by oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is closely linked to the development of metabolic disorders such as obesity and insulin resistance. Consequently, its antioxidant properties may exert synergistic effects in improving overall metabolic health.
- Diuretic and Hypotensive Potential
Its traditional efficacy in "draining dampness" suggests Cassia Nomame extract may possess mild diuretic properties, potentially alleviating oedema and weight gain caused by water and sodium retention. Some preliminary research also hints at possible positive regulatory effects on blood pressure and lipid levels, though further clinical studies are required to confirm these findings.
What Are the Applications of Cassia Nomame Extract?
Based on its distinct lipase-inhibiting mechanism and support from Traditional Chinese Medicine's "drain dampness" theory, Cassia Nomame extract's primary application lies in dietary supplements and functional foods targeting weight management and metabolic health. Its product positioning is precise, with robust market demand.
- Pre-meal blocker products
Administered as capsules or tablets before meals, these aim to reduce caloric intake from high-fat diets. Existing market examples include Italian supplements such as "Zuccari Slim Metabol" and "BURNER", both containing this ingredient.
- Composite Weight Management Formulations
Cassia Nomame extract can be combined with other natural weight-loss ingredients-such as white kidney bean extract (carbohydrate blocking), green coffee bean extract (metabolic enhancement), and L-carnitine (fat transport)-to create multi-targeted, synergistic compound products.
- Meal Replacement Powders/Protein Bars
Incorporated into meal replacement products, Cassia Nomame extract not only provides nutrition but also aids in controlling the absorption of minimal essential fats within the formulation, enhancing satiety and fat-reduction effects.
- Solid Beverages/Instant Mixes
Developed into portable stick packs for convenient preparation and consumption before substantial meals. Combined with dietary fibres (e.g., inulin, resistant dextrin) to improve palatability, support gut health, and alleviate potential gastrointestinal discomfort from fat excretion.
- Functional Tea/Coffee
Integrated into tea bags or instant coffee products, promoting "detoxification" and "fat-scraping" concepts, catering to health-conscious consumption habits among office workers and younger consumers.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Wellness Products
Chinese herbal dampness-expelling teas/decoctions: Utilise as a core ingredient, scientifically formulated with classic spleen-tonifying and dampness-expelling herbs like Poria cocos, Coix seed, dried tangerine peel, and lotus leaf. Develop into convenient modern formulations such as tea bags, concentrated decoctions, or oral liquids.
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:
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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 the content.
Q2. What is the minimum order quantity for Cassia Nomame Extract?
A2: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) varies by product and specific requirements, and is typically negotiable. Please get in touch with us for detailed information.
Q3. What is the delivery timeframe for the product?
A3: Delivery times vary depending on the 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]Tetsuya Saito, Yuria Kurosu et al. "Analysis of the components of Cassia nomame and their antioxidant activity." Natural product research (2024).
[2]Ntandou G F Nsonde, D. Bassoueka et al. "Assessment of Cassia siamea stem bark extracts toxicity and stability in time of aqueous extract analgesic activity." African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology (2015).
[3]Ki Kim, Jongwon Lee. "Methanol Extract of Cassia mimosoides var. nomame and Its Ethyl Acetate Fraction Attenuate Brain Damage by Inhibition of Apoptosis in a Rat Model of Ischemia-Reperfusion." Journal of Food Science and Nutrition (2010).
[4]Qionghui Sun, Shun-yi Yang et al. "Flavonoids from the Leaves and Stems of Cassia nodosa." Chemistry of Natural Compounds (2024).

