Green Tea Extract (EGCG 50%+) — Bulk Supply from Certified Manufacturer
Nutrayours supplies pharmaceutical and food-grade Green Tea Extract standardized for Tea Polyphenols, EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate), and Catechins content, verified by HPLC testing. Sourced from the dry leaves of Camellia sinensis L., our extract meets BP, USP, and ChP pharmacopoeia standards, making it suitable for nutraceutical, cosmetic, functional food, and pharmaceutical applications globally.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Green Tea Extract / Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Latin Name | Camellia sinensis L. |
| Plant Part Used | Dry Leaves |
| Active Ingredient | Tea Polyphenols / EGCG / Catechins |
| Test Method | HPLC |
| Appearance | Reddish-brown to off-white fine powder |
| Standard | BP / USP / ChP |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Sample Size | 20-100g |
| Minimum Bulk Order | 25kg |
| Supply Capacity | 800 kg per week |
| Lead Time | 3 days (sample) / 7 days (bulk) |
Packaging Options
- 1–5kg: Aluminum foil bag
- 25kg: Paper drum with double inner plastic bags
- Custom packaging available on request
What Is Green Tea Extract?
Green Tea Extract is a concentrated herbal derivative from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, the same plant used to produce all varieties of tea. Used for centuries in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine, green tea has become one of the most extensively studied botanical ingredients in modern nutraceutical science.
The primary bioactives in Green Tea Extract are Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), the most potent and studied catechin, Tea Polyphenols, a broad class of antioxidant compounds, and Catechins including epicatechin (EC), epicatechin gallate (ECG), and epigallocatechin (EGC).
EGCG in particular has generated substantial clinical research interest for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and metabolic health applications.
Clinical Evidence & Key Benefits
Antioxidant & Anti-Inflammatory Protection
Green Tea Extract is one of the most potent natural antioxidant sources available. EGCG and catechins neutralize free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, decrease systemic inflammation, and have been shown to help reduce blood pressure. These properties make Green Tea Extract a foundational ingredient in broad-spectrum antioxidant formulations.
Brain & Cognitive Health
As highlighted at Vitafoods Europe 2026, cognitive health is a lifecycle priority from early adulthood through healthy aging. EGCG has demonstrated the ability to reduce brain damage associated with mental decline and neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and dementia in preclinical and clinical research. It crosses the blood-brain barrier and exerts neuroprotective effects at the cellular level.
Weight Management & Metabolic Health
Green Tea Extract’s combination of catechins and caffeine supports weight management by regulating hormones that enhance thermogenesis — the body’s heat-producing mechanism that drives calorie burning. Multiple clinical trials confirm that Green Tea Extract supplementation supports healthy body weight and metabolic rate, making it a key ingredient in weight management formulations.
Liver Health
Catechins in Green Tea Extract have been shown to reduce inflammation associated with liver conditions, including non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), one of the fastest-growing metabolic conditions globally. This positions Green Tea Extract as a relevant ingredient for liver support and detox formulations.
Skin Health & Nutricosmetics
Vitafoods Europe 2026 confirmed nutricosmetics as one of the fastest-growing supplement categories globally. EGCG’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties make Green Tea Extract a highly effective beauty-from-within ingredient. It has been shown to help prevent and treat multiple skin conditions, reduce UV-induced oxidative damage, and support skin barrier function — making it a natural fit for anti-aging and skin health formulations.
Gut Health
Emerging research confirms that Green Tea Extract polyphenols support a healthy gut microbiome by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria and inhibiting disease-causing microorganisms. This gut health application aligns directly with one of Vitafoods 2026’s dominant themes.
Food Preservation Applications
Green Tea Extract is widely used as a natural food preservative due to its broad-spectrum antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Specific applications include preventing oxidation of lipid-containing foods and extending shelf life, inhibiting bacterial growth in meat and aquatic products, suppressing nitrite production in processed meat, protecting food pigments, vitamins, and carotenoids from degradation, preventing candy oxidation and supporting oral health, and preventing browning and odor development in seafood products.
Industry Applications
Green Tea Extract is used across multiple product categories:
Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Capsules, tablets, and softgels for antioxidant support, brain health, weight management, liver health, and cardiovascular formulations.
Cosmetics & Skin Care: Anti-aging serums, sunscreen formulations, skin brightening products, and nutricosmetic supplements targeting skin health from within.
Functional Foods & Beverages: Natural antioxidant and preservative in health beverages, energy drinks, functional snacks, and dairy products.
Pharmaceutical: Formulations targeting neurodegenerative conditions, metabolic syndrome, and liver disease.
Why Source Green Tea Extract from Nutrayours?
Nutrayours is a GMP-compliant plant extract manufacturer based in Changsha, China, established in 2014. We supply green tea extract to nutraceutical brands, cosmetic manufacturers, and private label companies across Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
- ISO 9001 certified quality management system
- Halal certified — suitable for Muslim-majority markets
- SC manufacturing certification
- Full COA for every batch — EGCG content, heavy metals, microbiological testing, caffeine content
- Free samples: 20-100g before bulk commitment
- Sample delivery: 3 days. Bulk orders: within 7 days
- Minimum bulk order: 25kg
- Supply capacity: 800 kg per week
- Factory-direct pricing
Related Products
We also supply Grape Seed Extract (OPC 95%), Turmeric Root Extract (Curcumin 95%), and Flaxseed Extract (SDG 20-40%).
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