Bulk Plant Ingredients for Cardiovascular, Cerebrovascular, and Menopause – Standardized Kudzu Root Extract (Pueraria Root Extract) with 40%–98% Puerarin, Kudzu Root Extract is a premium natural botanical ingredient derived from Pueraria lobata (also known as Pueraria mirifica), a vine native to East Asia. Rich in isoflavones including puerarin, daidzin, and genistein, this extract is widely utilized in dietary supplements, functional foods, and herbal formulations across the global wellness industry.

Product Description

Kudzu Root Extract (Pueraria Root Extract / Pueraria Extract) contains puerarin and genistein as core active components. It is derived from the dried roots of Pueraria species in the Fabaceae family (Wild Kudzu Pueraria lobata or Thomson’s Kudzu P. thomsonii) and is refined into a standardized concentrated powder with stable puerarin content, ranging from 40% to 98% (HPLC). As a widely used bulk plant ingredient, it has research foundations in cardiovascular, blood sugar management, and menopause relief applications and is broadly used in dietary supplements, functional foods, and personal care formulations. This product uses authentic Shandong kudzu raw materials, supplied in standardized specifications, suitable for the development of cardiovascular and menopause relief products.

Kudzu is a commonly used bulk traditional Chinese medicinal material, widely applied in cardiovascular health products. Shandong is one of the main production areas. Korea also has a mature market for Goryeo Kudzu products.

Why Choose Nutralighting

• Nutralighting’s Kudzu Root Extract is manufactured under strict ISO-certified facilities. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for potency, heavy metals, pesticides, microbial contamination, and residual solvents to ensure compliance with international quality standards.
• Our product is strictly quality-controlled according to USP/EP pharmacopoeia standards.
• Small Kudzu Root Extract batch trials and Pueraria Root Extract OEM/ODM customization are accepted

Basic Information

Standard Specifications (COA)

The following specifications are conventional reference values; specific values are subject to the COA report of each batch.

Introduction of Plant Raw Materials

The raw materials of Kudzu Extract product are the the leguminous plant wild kudzu Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi or Thomson’s kudzu P. thomsonii Benth dried roots. Mainly produced in Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Liaoning, and other regions in China. The 2020 edition of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia records the standards for kudzu root. Kudzu root is sweet and pungent in taste, cool in nature, enters the spleen and stomach meridians, and has the effects of relieving muscle tension and reducing fever, generating fluids and quenching thirst, promoting rash, lifting yang and stopping diarrhea, and activating meridians.

Core Efficacy

Pueraria lobata (kudzu) extract has a substantial research basis in cardiovascular health and menopausal relief. Its core component, puerarin (an isoflavone compound), has been shown in studies to dilate coronary arteries and support myocardial blood flow, with mechanisms related to the regulation of calcium and potassium ion channels. In terms of menopause, pueraria isoflavones have been studied for relieving discomfort such as hot flashes (Menopause, 2014). Puerarin can also influence glucose metabolism by activating the AMPK pathway, providing a research basis for blood sugar health.

The above results are mainly based on in vitro, animal, and clinical studies, and practical application requires comprehensive evaluation based on formulation and dosage.

Regulatory and Regional Market Access Status

The following information is compiled from publicly available regulatory data. Actual market access should comply with the latest regulations of the target country.

Application Directions and Recommended Dosage

Reference for Daily Recommended Dosage

• General Health Use: Use according to product specifications and formulators’ recommendations
• Personal Care & Skincare: The amount added in formulations depends on the specific product; 0.1~2.0% is recommended

Appendix: References

(The following references are for technical reference; some are open access and can be consulted via PubMed/PMC or the journal’s official website)

[1] Zhang S.C. et al., Phytomedicine, 2017; 28: 1-10.

[2] Wang Y. et al., Menopause, 2014; 21: 1259-1265.

[3] Chen X. et al., Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2015; 159: 195-201.

Product Overview

Key Benefits

• Antioxidant Support — Helps neutralize free radicals and supports cellular health
• Hormone Balance — Isoflavones exhibit phytoestrogen activity, supporting hormonal equilibrium
• Cardiovascular Health — Puerarin contributes to healthy blood circulation and vascular function
• Metabolic Wellness — Supports glucose metabolism and liver health
• Nervous System Support — Traditionally used to promote relaxation and cognitive comfort

Applications

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