Shiitake Extract Polysaccharides Beta Glucan

Premium Shiitake Extract (50% Polysaccharides, 30% Beta Glucan) - 100% Fruiting Body Source

You've probably been burned before by suppliers inflating their numbers with cheap fillers.

At Earth Made Nutritions Inc., we've spent 15+ years perfecting our extraction process. Our Shiitake Extract Polysaccharides Beta Glucan comes from 100%Lentinula edodesfruiting bodies—not mycelium grown on rice or oats—and we prove it with every batch.

What you get:

· ✓ 50% Total Polysaccharides / 30% Beta Glucan (enzymatic verified, not UV guesstimate)

· ✓ Ships from 4 U.S. warehouses (usually 2-day delivery)

· ✓ NSF GMP, FSSC22000, Kosher, Halal, ISO, Organic certified

· ✓ Full COA with heavy metal & microbial testing

Quick specs:25kg minimum | In stock | Stable to 120°C | pH 3.0-7.0 compatible

Premium Product Specifications

Why Formulators Switch to Our Extract?

The Testing That Actually Matters

Here's the uncomfortable truth about mushroom extracts: most suppliers use UV-Vis testing because it's cheap and makes their numbers look great. Problem? It counts inactive starches as "polysaccharides."

We useMegazyme K-YBGL enzymatic analysis—the gold standard that measures only Beta-1,3/1,6-D-Glucan (the bioactive stuff your customers actually need).

One client told us:"We tested three 'competitor' samples claiming 40% beta glucan. Only 8-12% was real. Your 30% tested at 31.2%."

Fruiting Bodies vs. Mycelium: It's Not Just Marketing

Mycelium-on-grain products can contain up to 60% grain starch. Our Shiitake Extract Polysaccharides Beta Glucan HPTLC fingerprinting confirms zero substrate contamination—just pure fruiting body extract.

What this means for your formula:

· Higher active content per serving

· No starch interference in testing

· Cleaner label (no hidden rice/oat allergens)

Application Solutions

Dietary Supplements

Capsules & Tablets

· Recommended dose: 250-500mg per serving

· Excellent flowability for high-speed encapsulation

· Compatible with Vitamin C, Zinc, Elderberry, Reishi

· Stable in multi-ingredient formulas (24+ month shelf life)

Tip from our formulation team:Pre-blend with 2-5% silicon dioxide if ambient humidity >40%. Prevents clumping in tablet hoppers.

Functional Beverages

What works:

· Immunity shots (dissolves clear in 30 seconds)

· Mushroom coffee blends (heat stable to 95°C)

· RTD wellness drinks (pH 3.5-4.5 tested)

· Instant tea/hot chocolate mixes

What our beverage clients report:No precipitation after 3-month shelf testing at 25°C. Maintains activity in cold brew applications.

Cosmeceuticals

Used in 15+ skincare brands for:

· Anti-aging serums (film-forming humectant)

· Barrier repair creams (compatible with ceramides)

· Post-procedure recovery products

Processing note:Stable in emulsion systems with common preservatives (phenoxyethanol, Euxyl PE 9010). Add during cool-down phase (<50°C) for maximum retention.

Quality Control: How We Verify Every Batch?

1. Species Authentication

HPTLC Fingerprinting→ Confirms 100%Lentinula edodes(no other mushroom species or grain substrate)

2. Bioactive Content

Megazyme K-YBGL Enzymatic Assay→ Measures actual Beta-1,3/1,6-D-Glucan (not total sugars)

3. Heavy Metal Screening

ICP-MS Testing→ Pb, Cd, As, Hg below detection limits (typically <0.5ppm)

4. Microbial Safety

· Total Plate Count: <1,000 cfu/g

· Yeast/Mold: <100 cfu/g

· E.coli, Salmonella: Negative/10g

5. Residual Solvents

GC Analysis→ Ethanol <50ppm (well below ICH Q3C limits)

Documentation included with every shipment:

· Certificate of Analysis (COA)

· Allergen Declaration (gluten-free, major allergens negative)

· BSE/TSE Statement

· Kosher/Halal Certificates (upon request)

· Organic Certification (NOP compliant)

Why Work With Earth Made Nutritions?

Fast U.S. Distribution

4 warehouses (East Coast, Midwest, Southwest, West Coast) = most orders ship same or next business day. You're not waiting 6 weeks for ocean freight.

Real Technical Support

Our team includes two food scientists and a cosmetic chemist. We've helped clients troubleshoot:

· Clumping issues in tablet production

· Precipitation in low-pH beverages

· Dosage optimization for immune formulas

Free consultation includedwith your first order.

Transparent Testing

We don't hide behind vague "proprietary blends." Every batch comes with:

· Full spectral analysis

· Particle size distribution

· Moisture content

· Bulk density data

Sustainable Sourcing

Our partner farms use:

· Hardwood logs or supplemented sawdust blocks (no plastic bags)

· Solar drying when possible

· Water recycling in extraction

· Solvent recovery systems (>90% ethanol recapture)

Carbon-neutral shipping availablefor large orders.

FAQ

Q: Your price is 15-20% higher than other "50% polysaccharide" extracts. Why?

A: Because we're testing for actual beta glucan, not total sugars. When you send competitor samples to independent labs, many test at 15-20% real beta glucan content—meaning you'd need to use 2-3x as much to match our 30%.

Pro tip:Request Megazyme K-YBGL testing on any quote over $5K. The upfront cost ($200-300) saves thousands in reformulation.

Q: Can this survive the heat in tableting presses?

A: Yes. The triple-helix structure of Beta-1,3/1,6-D-Glucan remains stable up to 120°C. We've had clients run tablets at 80-90°C compression temps with no degradation (confirmed by post-production beta glucan testing).

Q: Will it dissolve clearly in cold drinks?

A: Mostly. The shorter-chain polysaccharides dissolve within 30 seconds in cold water. Some longer chains may create slight turbidity (like collagen peptides do). For crystal-clear beverages, consider:

· Pre-dissolving in warm water (50°C) then cooling

· Using high-shear mixing

· Targeting single-serve stick packs (dissolves faster in small volumes)

Q: How do I know it's actually from fruiting bodies?

A: Three ways:

1. Color & texture:Mycelium-on-grain is tan/beige and grainy. Ours is brownish-yellow and fine.

2. Starch test:Add iodine—grain products turn blue/black. Ours stays brown.

3. HPTLC:We include fingerprint chromatograms in the COA showing fruiting body markers.

Q: What's your lead time if you're out of stock?

A: Rare, but it happens (usually December-January). Fresh extraction batches take 6-8 weeks from harvest. We typically notify regular customers 45 days before projected stockouts.

Want guaranteed supply?Ask about our quarterly contract program (includes 5-10% volume discount).

Q: Can I get a smaller sample than 25kg?

A: Yes. We offer:

· 100g free sample(covers basic compatibility testing)

· 1kg R&D packat $180 (for shelf-life studies)

· 5kg pilot batchat $650 (for small production runs)

Sample requests usually ship within 24 hours.

Q: Do you offer private label or custom extraction ratios?

A: Not directly, but we work with 3 contract manufacturers who handle private label packaging. For custom extracts (like 10:1 concentration or dual extraction), minimum is typically 500kg—contact us for details.

Q: What's the best way to store this long-term?

A: The powder is hygroscopic (loves moisture). Best practices:

· Sealed HDPE containers with desiccant packs

· <40% relative humidity

· 15-25°C storage temp

· Avoid repeated opening (portion into smaller containers)

Under these conditions, we've seen stable potency for 30+ months (though we label 24 months for regulatory conservatism).

Contact Us

Do you have more questions about Shiitake Extract Polysaccharides Beta Glucan?

Email: info@em-herb.com