Wheat Germ Extract
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Wheat Germ, Triticum Aestivum
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
84012-44-2
EC
281-689-7
Food Code
Wheat germ extract is a brown powder from Triticum vulgare germ, containing vitamin E, octacosanol, and policosanol. Soluble in water, used for antioxidant properties.
Wheat Germ Extract
Used in supplements for energy and cholesterol; cosmetics for skin conditioning; food for nutrition; pharmaceuticals for heart; animal feed for growth; in research for cardiovascular benefits.
Low toxicity; may cause allergies in gluten-sensitive individuals. Irritates eyes; stable. Use PPE; no major hazards but consult for celiac disease.
Packaged in 25kg fiber drums with PE liners; store in cool, dry places per ChemicalBook product info.