Glycyrrhizic Acid

Glycyrrhizic Acid serves as a potent sweetener, flavor enhancer, and functional ingredient across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.

Appearance:
White crystalline powder
CAS No.:
1405-86-3
Molecular Formula:
C42H62O16
Molecular Weight:
822.94
EINECS:
215-785-7
Solubility:
Soluble in hot water

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Product Description

Product Description

Glycyrrhizic Acid is the primary sweet-tasting constituent of licorice root. It is a triterpene saponin with CAS Number 1405-86-3. It appears as a white crystalline powder.

Glycyrrhizic Acid serves as a potent sweetener, flavor enhancer, and functional ingredient across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.

Technical Specifications

ITEMS	SPECIFICATIONS
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Assay	≥95%
Loss on drying	≤6.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.2%
Heavy Metal (Pb)	≤10ppm
Arsenic	≤2ppm

Packaging & Storage

Net weight 25kgs fiber drum.
Keep it away from light at a temperature below 25℃.

Benefits of Glycyrrhizic Acid

Intense Natural Sweetener:

Delivers clean sweetness while allowing sugar reduction in formulations.

Flavor Enhancer and Modifier:

Masks bitterness and enhances overall taste profiles in foods and beverages.

Anti-Inflammatory and Soothing:

Calms skin irritation, reduces redness, and supports topical comfort in cosmetics.

Antioxidant Protection:

Helps combat oxidative stress and extends product shelf life.

Bioactive Properties:

Supports liver health, immune modulation, and potential antiviral effects in pharmaceutical applications.

Skin Conditioning:

Improves skin elasticity, hydration, and whitening by inhibiting tyrosinase and melanin production.

Applications and Uses of Glycyrrhizic Acid

Glycyrrhizic Acid is valued across diverse industries for its multifunctionality:

Food and Beverage Industry

Natural sweetener and flavoring agent in candies, confectionery, baked goods, soft drinks, chewing gum, and herbal teas.
Taste modifier to reduce sugar content while maintaining palatability.
Foaming agent and processing aid in select food products.

Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical

Hepatoprotective ingredient in formulations for liver support and chronic hepatitis management.
Anti-inflammatory and antiviral component in traditional and modern medicines.
Functional excipient or active in supplements targeting immune health.

Cosmetics and Personal Care

Skin-soothing and anti-allergic agent in creams, serums, and lotions.
Anti-inflammatory and whitening additive for sensitive skin, acne-prone, or hyperpigmented formulations.
Moisturizing and elasticity-enhancing ingredient in skincare products.

Other Industrial Uses

Flavoring in tobacco products and certain beverages.
Research applications as a carrier for drug delivery due to its amphiphilic nature and ability to form micelles or complexes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Glycyrrhizic Acid safe for use in food products?

A: Yes, it as a flavoring agent when used within specified limits. However, excessive intake should be avoided to prevent mineralocorticoid-like side effects.

Q: What are the main sources of Glycyrrhizic Acid?

A: It is primarily extracted from the roots of the licorice plant, Glycyrrhiza glabra and related species.

Q: Can Glycyrrhizic Acid be used in skincare products?

A: Yes, it is widely used in cosmetics for its anti-inflammatory, soothing, and skin-whitening properties. It helps calm irritation and improve skin appearance.

Q: How should Glycyrrhizic Acid be stored?

A: Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry, dark place. For extended shelf life, protect from moisture.

Q: What is the difference between Glycyrrhizic Acid and glycyrrhetinic acid?

A: Glycyrrhizic Acid is the glycoside form found in the plant; glycyrrhetinic acid is its aglycone metabolite produced after hydrolysis in the body and is often more pharmacologically active.