Basic Information
| Product Name | Vine Tea Extract |
|---|---|
| Synonym | Dihydromyricetin |
| Latin Name | Ampelopsis megalophylla Diels et Gilg |
| CAS Number | 27200-12-0 |
| Part Used | Leaf |
| Origin | China |
| Trademark | JINGMU |
| HS Code | 1302199099 |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Appearance | Brown to White Powder |
| Specification | 25%-98% Dihydromyricetin |
| Solubility | Solutable in Water |
| Test Method | HPLC |
| Free Sample | 20g or 50g is avaliable |
| Production Capacity | 2 Tons/Month |
Description
Vine Tea Extract, derived from Ampelopsis grossedentata leaves native to Southern China, is gaining recognition for its high concentration of dihydromyricetin (DMY), a dihydroflavonol compound constituting 20%-35% of the extract. Peer-reviewed studies validate DMY as the primary bioactive component responsible for its health-promoting properties. With an antioxidant capacity 15-40 times stronger than resveratrol and vitamin E, DMY demonstrates unique structural stability that enhances bioavailability compared to other plant-derived flavonoids.
This water-soluble extract has been documented in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to support liver health and metabolic balance. Modern research now confirms its role in mitigating oxidative stress, modulating inflammatory pathways, and improving insulin sensitivity. Unlike many herbal extracts, Vine Tea Extract maintains potency across a wide pH range, making it adaptable to diverse formulations.
Function
Vine Tea Extract offers a scientifically validated spectrum of benefits:
- Antioxidant Defense: Neutralizes free radicals through radical-scavenging and metal-chelating mechanisms, protecting cellular DNA and proteins from oxidative damage.
- Metabolic Support: Enhances glucose uptake in skeletal muscle cells while inhibiting hepatic gluconeogenesis, contributing to balanced blood sugar levels.
- Hepatoprotective Action: Reduces lipid peroxidation in liver tissues and promotes glutathione synthesis, aiding detoxification processes.
- Anti-Inflammatory Response: Downregulates pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., TNF-α, IL-6) via NF-κB pathway modulation.
- Neuroprotective Potential: Demonstrated ability to cross the blood-brain barrier in preclinical models, showing promise in reducing neuroinflammation.
Clinical trials further indicate synergistic effects when combined with conventional therapies for metabolic syndrome management, without interfering with pharmaceutical mechanisms.
Application
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
- Active ingredient in hepatoprotective supplements
- Adjuvant in anti-diabetic formulations
- Anti-aging compound in transdermal patches
Food & Beverage Industry
- Natural preservative in baked goods (extends shelf life by 20-30%)
- Functional additive in sports nutrition products (enhances glycogen synthesis)
- Clarifying agent in plant-based dairy alternatives
Cosmeceuticals
- Matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor in anti-wrinkle serums
- UVB-protective additive in sunscreens (SPF-boosting effect)
- Anti-pollution agent in urban skincare lines
Agricultural Applications
- Biostimulant in organic farming to reduce abiotic stress in crops
- Natural alternative to synthetic antioxidants in animal feed
