Lemon Balm Extract Powder Supplier：Melissa officinalis Benefits
Lemon balm extract (Melissa officinalis) has been widely used in dietary supplements, skincare, and other food related products for its calming and protective properties. Lemon balm is a common herb found among formulators and brands. This guide presents its advantages, standardized specifications, unique sourcing benefits, and customization options for common buyer and formulator pain points.
What Is Lemon Balm Extract
Lemon balm Extract is a concentrated herb extracted from leaves of lemon balm plant from the mint family. It is considered essential for its steady rates of rosmarinic acid (the main marker linked to its function) and full spectrum of flavonoids, polyphenols, and volatile oils.
Current extraction methods do not take any harsh products such as Lemon Balm Extract, which can be used for multiple kinds of products.It is gentle yet effective and has been found in natural wellness products all over the world.
Key Benefits of Lemon Balm Extract
Calms Mental Tension & Supports Restful Sleep
Many users seek easy solutions for daily stress and occasional sleeplessness.Lemon balm makes people comfortable by relaxing GABA pathways, which helps to slow down GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter which leads to relax without heavy sedation.
It is also popular for daytime calm products or nighttime sleep products that support healthy sleep cycles and is recommended for brands that are concerned with stress relief and sleep supports.
Supports Digestive Comfort
Lemon balm is traditionally used for mild discomfort like bloating, cramping and upset stomach. It can be used as an antispasmodic, relaxant, and effective for digestion.
This is the reason why Lemon Balm Extract is a popular herbal solution for digestion as a convenience for users who want a gentle source for their gut.
Defends Against Oxidative Stress
A rich source of rosmarinic acid and other polyphenols, Lemon Balm Extract acts as a free-radical scavenger for cellular health and promotes internal wellness in both daily products and daily creams.
As a solution of the skin, it is essential for the brand that is trying to make a natural, gentle skincare.
Supports Cognitive Clarity
One possible way to preserve focus and clarity is to promote healthy cholinergic functioning in the brain. Some types of Lemon Balm Extract are available in supplements to maintain daily mental health.
Its gentle, plant-based nature is very ideal for a user who is looking for non-stimulant help in thinking and to reason.
Standard Specifications
We also provide two generally used stable specifications for their different formulation requirements in order to make them consistent and reliable for your product:
l Rosmarinic Acid 5% – Tested by HPLC It is 1.5% rosmarinic acid with high performance liquid chromatography that provides consistent measurable activity for supplements and skincare, it is an appropriate choice for brands with certifiable label claims.
l 10:1 Extract Ratio A whole-plant extract balanced for broad-spectrum benefit. 10:1:f flavonoids, volatile oils and polyphenols along with rosmarinic acid, perfect for mainstream blends and multi-benefit blends.
Unique Quality Advantages
Differentiated, Hard-to-Import Sourcing
Our Lemon Balm Extract is the best among all the products because it is relatively limited, easy-to-import raw material flows with low heavy metals, microbial compliance, minimal pesticide residues.
These materials are low-import quality that most other sources cannot be, leading to low risk for global buyers and a higher quality end product.
Extracted from Imported Raw Materials
We use premium imported lemon balm grown in good growing conditions with high rosmarinic acid content and stable phytochemical profiles.
Extraction is conducted under controlled conditions, keeping Bioactivity free to obtain a more reliable finished Lemon Balm Extract of global quality.
Consistent Batch-to-Batch Quality
Each lot of our Lemon Balm Extract gets labeled as identity, purity and active (HPLC). Clean specifications and tight quality control result in different formulations, production delays and compliance problems, common issues for supplement and skincare manufacturers.
Customization Services
We provide customized solutions to your specific products by helping you obtain your specific formulations without being able to extract any specialised in-house extractions:
l Adjusted rosmarinic acid levels (beyond standard 5%)
l Custom extract ratios (e.g., 20:1, 50:1)
l Water-soluble or oil-soluble formats for different delivery systems
l Custom particle size, packaging, and bulk density
l Full technical documentation and support for regulatory filings
Professional Expertise of ExcarePharm in Lemon Balm Extract
EXCARE PHARM is a 65000㎡ production facility (botanical powder/extracts/fermentation/minerals) and an international R&D/QC center. It supplies high quality global-standard health ingredients (botan powder, natural extracts, vitamins, minerals) to Europe and North America.
With years of experience in botanical extracts production and export, we have conducted laboratory and pilot experiments on Lemon Balm Extract in order to ensure stability and consistency.
This product is manufactured using Raw Material Pretreatment、Extraction、Solid-Liquid Separation、Separation & Purification、Concentration & Drying and many other processes, with the active ingredient Rosmarinic Acid 5% tested by HPLC；10: 1.
The quality is NSF-cGMP, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, and EU/NOP organic certificates, and COA and third party inspection reports per batch are also provided.
We have made this content available to our R&D and quality control team only for technical reference.
Our product is supplied solely as a raw material for health supplements and no therapeutic or medical claims are stated.
Certificate of Analysis for selected batches of Lemon Balm Extract
Product Name | Lemon Balm Extract | Batch Number | EP25102223 | |||
Country of Origin | P. R. China | Quantity | 2213.11kg-111-cartons | |||
Solvent | Water 70% / Ethanol 30% | Extract Ratio | 2-4:1 | |||
Carrier | Maltodextrin | Origin | Melissa officinalis L. | |||
ITEMS | SPECIFICATION | RESULT | METHOD | |||
Appearance | Beige to Brown Powder | Conforms | Visual | |||
Odor | Characteristic | Conforms | Organoleptic | |||
Taste | Characteristic | Conforms | Organoleptic | |||
Identification | Positive | Conforms | HPTLC | |||
Rosmarinic Acid | ≥5.0% | 5.17% | HPLC | |||
Loss on Drying | ≤8.0% | 4.0% | 105℃ / Oven | |||
Particle Size | Nlt95% Through 60 Mesh | Conforms | 60 mesh sieve | |||
Acidity (pH=8.1) | 1.0-2.0 g/100g | Conforms | Internal Method | |||
Lead(Pb) | ≤3.0ppm | 0.29ppm | ICP-MS | |||
Arsenic(As) | ≤1.0ppm | 0.45ppm | ICP-MS | |||
Cadmium(Cd) | ≤1.0ppm | <0.01ppm | ICP-NS | |||
Mercury(Hg) | ≤0.1ppm | 0.05ppm | ICP-MS | |||
Total PAH4s | ≤50.0ppb | 4.3ppb | GC-MSMS | |||
Benzo(a)pyrent | ≤10.0ppb | 1.0ppb | GC-MSMS | |||
Residual Pesticides | Complies to EU Regulation No. 396/2005 | Conforms | GC&LC-MSMS | |||
Total Plate Count | ≤10000CFU/G | 1800CFU/G | Ph. Eur. (2.6.12) | |||
Yeast and moulds | ≤100CFU/G | 20CFU/G | Ph. Eur. (2.6.12) | |||
Enterobacteriacea | ≤100CFU/G | <10CFU/G | Ph. Eur. (2.6.31) | |||
E.coli | Negative | Conforms | Ph. Eur. (2.6.31) | |||
Salmonella | Negative | Conforms | Ph. Eur. (2.6.31) | |||
GMO free | Comply with the Regulations EC 1829/2003 and 1830/2003 and modifications | |||||
Allergens free | Comply with the Regulation EC 1169/2011 and modifications | |||||
No irradiation | no ethylene oxide treatment | |||||
Packing and Storage | Pack in paper-drum and two plastic-bag inside. Net Weight: 25kgs/drum. In a well-closed container away from moisture and light at room temp. | |||||
Shelf Life | 3 years | |||||
Product Name | Lemon Balm Extract | Batch Number | EP25010811 | ||
Country of Origin | P. R. China | Quantity | 300kgs/-12-drums | ||
Herbal Strength | Appr.4-6:1 | Carrier | Maltodextrin | ||
ITEMS | SPECIFICATION | RESULT | METHOD | ||
Appearance | Brown to light brown powder | Conforms | Visual | ||
Nature | Leaves, Dried, 100% Natural | Conforms | Visual | ||
Odor | Characteristic | Conforms | Organoleptic | ||
Taste | Characteristic | Conforms | Organoleptic | ||
Origin | Melissa Officinalis | Conforms | Biological Taxonomy | ||
Identification | Positive | Conforms | HPTLC | ||
≥3.0% | 3.1% | HPLC | |||
Loss on Drying | ≤6.0% | 4.7% | 105℃ / Oven | ||
Bulk Density | 0.30~0.70g/ml | 0.56g/ml | USP | ||
Tapped Density | 0.80g/ml-1.0g/ml | 0.82g/ml | USP | ||
Particle Size | NLT 95% Through 80# Mesh | Conforms | USP | ||
Lead(Pb) | ≤2.0ppm | 0.12ppm | ICP | ||
Arsenic(As) | ≤2.0ppm | 0.26ppm | ICP | ||
Cadmium(Cd) | ≤0.3ppm | 0.01ppm | ICP | ||
Mercury(Hg) | ≤0.2ppm | 0.06ppm | ICP | ||
Residual Solvents | Complies to USP | Conforms | USP | ||
Total Plate Count | ≤10,000CFU/g | 45CFU/g | USP | ||
Yeast and moulds | ≤1000CFU/g | 10CFU/g | USP | ||
E.coli | Negative | Conforms | USP | ||
Salmonella | Negative | Conforms | USP | ||
Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | Conforms | USP | ||
P.aeruginosa | Negative | Conforms | USP | ||
GMO Status | Non-GMO | Conforms | PCR/Elisa | ||
Packing and Storage | Pack in paper-drum and two plastic-bag inside. Net Weight: 25kgs/drum. In a well-closed container away from moisture and light at room temp. | ||||
Shelf Life | 3 years | ||||
FAQ
1. What is the main active compound in lemon balm extract?
The most important marker and functional component is rosmarinic acid which provides calm, antioxidants, and digestion satisfaction in Lemon Balm Extract.
2. What is the difference between 5% rosmarinic acid (HPLC) and 10:1 lemon balm extract?
- 5% rosmarinic acid (HPLC): Standardized to verified active level, best for clear labels.
- 10:1 extract: Spacious whole-plant profile with large phytochemicals suitable for traditional, multi-benefit formulas.
3. Is lemon balm extract suitable for vegan and clean-label products?
Yes, our Lemon Balm Extract is vegan, free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives according to clean-label consumer preference.
4. What product types can use lemon balm extract?
Common uses include: calming and sleep-promoting supplements, digestive wellness capsules, powders and teas, skin-care serum, creams and toners, and functional drinks and gummies.
5. Why is imported raw material important for lemon balm extract?
Buyable raw materials often present higher and more consistent rosmarinic acid content, agricultural control and international import standards, improving final product safety and performance of Lemon Balm Extract.
6. Can you customize specifications for our brand?
Yes. We provide rosmarinic acid levels, extract ratios, solubility, particle size, and packaging for your product, regulatory, and branding requirements for Lemon Balm Extract.