St John’s Wort Extract
Hypericum Perforatum Leaf Extract
- CAS
- 84082-80-4
- EC
- 282-026-4
- Sectors
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare
St John’s Wort Extract (CAS 84082-80-4) is a botanical extract of Hypericum perforatum, supplied as a dark brown powder standardized to 0.3% hypericin and hyperforin, and used in dietary supplements, cosmetic preparations and pharmaceutical products. Soluble in ethanol, with characteristic odor; stable in dry, light-protected conditions.
Typical Properties
| Form | neat |
|---|---|
| Odor | at 100.00 %. fruity green herbal hay balsamic floral powdery marine |
| HS code | 1302190200 |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
St John’s Wort Extract
Applications
Used in supplements for depression and anxiety, wound healing in cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals for mood disorders; also in herbal teas.
Safety & Risks
May interact with drugs like antidepressants; photosensitivity risk. Avoid during pregnancy; use PPE for handling.
Packaging
In 25kg drums; store cool; rinse triply for recycling.