Bay Leaf Extract
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Bay Laurel Extract, Laurus Nobilis Leaf Extract
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
8007-48-5
EC
687-534-3
Food Code
Bay leaf extract from Laurus nobilis leaves is a brown powder or liquid with polyphenols, flavonoids, and eugenol. Soluble in water/ethanol, pH 4-5; density ~1.0 g/cm³; produced by solvent extraction, used for antioxidant and antimicrobial effects.
Bay Leaf Extract
Used in supplements for digestion; food preservatives; cosmetics for skin soothing; pharmaceuticals for anti-inflammatory; animal feed for health; in research for herbal medicine.
Low toxicity; irritant to eyes/skin. Avoid in pregnancy; stable. Use PPE; no major hazards but monitor for sensitivities.
Packaged in 25kg fiber drums with PE liners; store dry per FDA food substance guidelines.
