Light brown Dandelion Root Extract Powder from Taraxacum officinale root

Dandelion Extract Powder

Dandelion roots, the thick taproots of Taraxacum officinale, supply the raw material for this extract. Water extraction concentrates the soluble root fraction, and the liquor is dried to a light brown powder at a 10:1 ratio. The leaf and the flowering stalk are left out of this dandelion extract.

The 10:1 ratio carries no flavonoid percentage. The powder is light brown, ground to 80 mesh and water dispersible. A flavonoid-graded dandelion extract, the plain root powder and the dandelion peptide are separate products, and dandelion leaf is a different raw material.

SKU: BOT-BEX-0079 Category: Botanical Extracts Tags: Dandelion, Gummies & Chews, Plant Extracts, Root & Rhizome, Water Dispersible, Water Extracted

Taraxacum officinale Root Identity & Plant Part

The botanical entity is Taraxacum officinale F.H.Wigg., the common dandelion of the daisy family, Asteraceae. The part used is the root, which is lifted, washed, sliced and dried before extraction,. The leaves, flowers and stalks are not added to this dandelion root extract.

Dandelion is a species aggregate, with many microspecies that look alike, so the botanical name indicates the group more than a single type. The root holds inulin, a storage carbohydrate, together with bitter sesquiterpene lactones and phenolic acids. The inulin dissolves in hot water and makes the extract slightly sweet and sticky, which separates root material from leaf material.

Dandelion Extract vs Powder & Standardized Grades

Form	What It Is	Choose It When
10:1 Dandelion Root Extract	Water-extracted, concentrated and dried T. officinale root	A dispersible root extract without a marker is wanted
Dandelion Root Powder	Dried, milled whole root	Root fiber and whole-root bulk are wanted
Dandelion Extract 3–5% Flavonoids	Extract with a defined flavonoid range	The specification names a flavonoid figure
Dandelion Peptide Powder	Dandelion-derived peptide ingredient	A peptide ingredient is required, not a ratio extract

The 10:1 on a dandelion extract is a concentration ratio of the starting root. It gives no flavonoid figure, and the carbohydrate content of the root means that much of the powder is soluble sugars and fibers, not bitter principles.

A label that has to state flavonoids needs the graded extract. The ratio extract suits roasted-style drink powders and capsule blends that want dandelion root identity in a dispersible form. The milled root brings fiber but is gritty in drinks, and the peptide is a different ingredient type.

Typical Specifications

Specification Item	Product Information
Latin Name	Taraxacum officinale
Plant Part	Root & Rhizome
Processing	Water Extraction
Common Name	Dandelion Root, Common Dandelion
Ingredient Type	Ratio Extract
Extract Ratio	10:1
Appearance	Light Brown powder
Solubility / Dispersibility	Water Dispersible
Quality Parameters
Moisture (LOD)	≤5.0%
Total Ash	≤5.0%
Particle Size	80 mesh
Heavy Metals	Lead ≤2 ppm · Arsenic ≤1 ppm · Cadmium ≤1 ppm · Mercury ≤0.1 ppm
Microbiology	TPC ≤1,000 cfu/g · Yeast & Mold ≤100 cfu/g · E. coli Negative · Salmonella Negative/25 g
Shelf Life	24 months in unopened original packaging, cool and dry storage

Application Areas

Coffee-Style Drink Powders

Drink powders use dandelion root extract in coffee-alternative blends with chicory, roasted grain or cocoa. The extract dissolves without grit, and its mild sweetness and earthy bitterness suit dark, roasted flavor profiles. Because the extract is not roasted, the cup tastes lighter than a toasted root blend and often needs a small amount of roasted flavor.

Capsule and Tablet Blends

Capsules and tablets take the extract as a dry brown component. Inulin makes the powder tacky and hygroscopic, so humidity is controlled and a flow aid is used, with tablet hardness checked after storage. Dandelion extract fills also compact on standing, which a vibration test on a loaded drum reveals.

Bitter Herbal Sticks

Single-serve sticks pair the extract with sweetener and a flavored carrier. The bitter edge of the sesquiterpene lactones limits the dose in plain water, and caramel, hazelnut or citrus flavors cover it well. Hot water pulls the bitter note forward, whereas a cold stir gives a milder, sweeter cup.

Chew and Gummy Premixes

Chew premixes accept the extract once the cooked base has cooled. The brown color suits caramel or coffee flavors, and the inulin content slightly raises viscosity, so the mass is checked for flow before depositing. Dandelion root chews keep their shape well because inulin adds body, though they can feel slightly sticky.

Formulation Notes

The powder is light brown with a mild roasted, earthy aroma and a slightly sweet, bitter taste. In water it dissolves or disperses to a pale amber to brown liquid. Because inulin is soluble in warm water, the infusion clears more fully when the water is hot.

Premix the powder into part of the dry base before the main blend to prevent sticky lumps. The soluble carbohydrate attracts moisture, and the powder fuses into a hard cake in an open pack. Once opened, a drum is closed with the liner pressed flat and kept away from humid corners of the store.

A quick humidity test of the finished powder blend is advisable, since the extract absorbs water faster than most root extracts. In beverage trials, a clear cup at the intended dose confirms that the inulin has fully dissolved.

Packaging & Commercial Supply

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Supply Item	General Information
Sample	Available upon request for formulation, testing, and supplier evaluation
Order Quantities	100 g · 1 kg · 5 kg · 25 kg · 100 kg · 500 kg · Bulk
Sample Lead Time	Typically 5–7 days after sample confirmation
Production Lead Time	Typically 15–30 days after order and specification confirmation
Packaging	Suitable protective inner packaging with bags, cartons, drums, or other appropriate outer packaging
Storage	Store in tightly sealed, suitable protective packaging in a cool, dry environment. Protect from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. Specific storage conditions follow the approved product specification.
Documentation	COA · Product Specification · TDS · SDS · Applicable declarations (as applicable)

Final order quantities, lead times, packaging, documentation, and shipping arrangements are confirmed according to the selected product and commercial requirements.