Product Overview
Danshen, the root of Salvia miltiorrhiza (Red Sage), is one of the most important herbs in traditional Chinese medicine for cardiovascular health. The name "Danshen" literally means "red root" in Chinese, reflecting the distinctive color of the root. It has been used for centuries to promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, and support heart health.
Our Danshen Extract is standardized to contain Tanshinone IIA ≥2%, the primary lipophilic active compound. The extract also contains a rich profile of water-soluble phenolic acids including salvianolic acid A and B, rosmarinic acid, and danshensu, which contribute to its comprehensive cardiovascular benefits. Sichuan-produced Danshen is recognized for its higher tanshinone content and superior quality.
Active Compounds
Tanshinone IIA
Primary lipophilic marker compound, cardiovascular support
Salvianolic Acid A/B
Water-soluble phenolic acids, antioxidant activity
Rosmarinic Acid
Polyphenol with anti-inflammatory properties
Danshensu
Phenolic acid derivative, circulation support
Applications
Cardiovascular Health
Heart function, blood vessel health, and circulation supplements
Blood Circulation
Microcirculation support and blood flow enhancement products
Antioxidant
Cellular protection and oxidative stress reduction formulations
Skincare
Anti-aging cosmetics and skin repair ingredients
Specifications
- Active Compound
- Tanshinone IIA ≥2% (HPLC)
- Appearance
- Brown-red fine powder
- Mesh Size
- 80-100 mesh
- Loss on Drying
- ≤5.0%
- Heavy Metals
- ≤10 ppm
- Solvent Residue
- Meets USP <467>
- Extraction Method
- Ethanol extraction
- Particle Size
- Customizable on request
Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- Third-party testing (SGS, Eurofins)
- GMP certificate of factory