Product Description

Epimedium P.E./ Horny goat weed Extract Icariin

[Brief Chemical Information]

[Product Name]: Epimedium / Horny goat weed P.E.

[Latin Name]:Epimedium brevicornum

[Part Used]: Leaf

[Main Active Ingredient]: Icariin, Epimedoside A, Ikarisoside C, Epimedin A、B、C.

[Specification]: Icariin 5%,10%,20%,50%,70%,90% (HPLC)

CAS Number: 489-32-7

Molecular Formula: C33H40O15

Molecular Weight:676.662

Appearance: light yellow crystalline powder

Chemical Family:   Flavonoids

Salmonella: Negative

HPLC Chromatogram of Icariin

[Introduction of Icariin]

What is Horny Goat weed

Horny Goat weed, known as Yin Yang Huo in China, was discovered in 200 B.C. It has been used as an all-natural phyto-aphrodisiac for a long history. Many cultures report that horny goat weed supports libido, erectile function, and helps to relieve menopausal discomfort. It was not until the second half of the 20th century that horny goat weed was widely studied and welcomed in the West for more and more of its functions revealed.

Horny goat weed, also known as epimedium barrenwort, bishop's hat, fairy wings,  rowdy lamb herb,randy beef grass or yin yang huo, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Berberidaceae. There are about 50 species, the majority of which are endemic to China.

What is Icariin

Icariin is a flavonol, a type of flavonoid. It is the prenyl acetylation of kaempferide 3,7-O-diglucoside. The compound is derived from several species of plants in the genus Epimedium,which are commonly known as Horny Goat Weed or Yin Yang Huo. Extracts from these plants are reputed to produce aphrodisiac effects, and are commonly used in Chinese herbal medicine to enhance erectile function, as well as for several other indications.

It is thought that icariin is likely to be the primary active component of Epimedium extracts, as it has been shown to share several mechanisms of action with compounds used in Western medicine to treat impotence and improve sexual function. In particular, icariin has been demonstrated to act as a PDE5 inhibitor and to enhance the production of bioactive nitric oxide, as well as mimicking the effects of testosterone.It also shows antioxidant, antidepressant and neuroprotective effects in animal studies, as well as stimulating osteoblast activity in bone tissue which has been linked to a possible therapeutic role in the treatment of osteoporosis.

Functions of Icariin

1. Improve sexual drive and testosterone level

Epimedium (Horny Goat weed) extract is mainly used in China, United States and other western countries as an Aphrodisiac. It can cure Erectile dysfunction (ED), enhance sexual performance by enhancing the testosterone level.

epimedium products have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine as a means to treat male sexual disorders. Epimedium herbal supplements can be used to increase male sexual potency and also serve as a powerful aphrodisiac, thus boosting the libido in men. Icariin benefits are not limited to just boosting libido and sexual energy. Icariin is also noted to increase lean muscle production to help men achieve a more muscular physique. This mechanism is the reason why icariin is an active ingredient of numerous supplements used by athletes and body builders. Icariin helps produce healthy energy levels, supports endurance, and decreases the physical effects of stress to the body.

2. Epimedium and Osteoporosis

Developing research shows that taking a specific extract of horny goat weed for 24 months seems to decrease bone loss of the spine and hip in women who have passed menopause.  Epimedium as a supplement features ingredients that can help manage cortisol levels within the blood. As a result, a reduction of bone deterioration and an increase in muscle mass can occur within the body since cortisol levels directly affect these body structures.

3. Anti-Cancer For Many Cancers.

Epimedium extract offers significant benefits in treating certain cancers. It contains active ingredients, which inhibit growth of too much blood vessels in the body, thereby limiting the possible development of cancer tumors both on skin and in the organs. Furthermore, lab tests show the capability of epimedium extracts to stop cell growth of cancer cells

4. Memory Protection.

It looks like Icarrin can protect the brain from the deadly tau proteins that are characteristic of Alzheimer's. Animal studies strongly indicate that Icarrin can protect against certain kinds of memory loss. That includes memory loss resulting from aluminum damage

[Package]

1KG : Packed in  Aluminum foil bag with pharma-grade polybags;

5KG : Packed in Aluminum foil bag with two pharma-grade polybags; or drum with pharma-grade polybag. Drum size:30*40CM. Drum Weight:1.5KG

10KG: Packed in  Aluminum foil bag with two pharma-grade polybags;

25KG: Packed in HDPE drums/ Hardboard cartons with pharma-grade polybag.

Carton size:D38 CM * H42CM. Drum gross weight:2.8kgs

[Minimum quantity-MOQ]

1kg will be welcomed as the sample, but the less you buy, more expensive the price and transportation fees will be.

[Transport and Payment]

1. Small package send by EMS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.

2. Cargo send by Air or By Sea is all available when the purchasing weight is allowed

3. Delivery time about 7 working days By Air, 30 days By sea.

4. Payment available for T/T, Paypal, etc., Paypal with little money for samples will be the one we suggested.

[Delivery cost]

The price of the transportation fees need to consider the transportation ways and fees.

[About Manufacturer Kang Biotech]

History: “Hunan Kang Biotech” is a subsidiary of “Hunan Kang Pharmaceutical Group”, which engaged in the natural ingredients' research & development (R & D), production and selling. Providing the high-quality natural materials for manufacturers and enterprises of botanical drug, health food, beverage, cosmetic etc.

Certification: Our company is equipped with UV/HPLC/GC/AA and other modern analyzing instruments to assure high quality. Our factory have passed GMP in Aug.10.2010, Certificate No.:J0261

Factory: Hunan Kang Biotech’s factory covers an area of 130 Acres, and the production workshop is designed according to GMP standard.

[Why Chose Kang Biotech]

1)Free sample(10-20g or enough to detection) and Unconditional assume respond

2)100% Natural product, without any synthesize ingredient

3)Manufacturer direct supply, provide OEM, R&D service

4)GMPs,Gsp

5)Leading plant extract manufacturer in China