Products in Functionals: Sensory Enhancement

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Mullein Leaf is a product that falls within the Scrophulariaceae plant family and is scientifically referred to as Verbascum thapsus. Its key chemical constituents include flavonoids, triterpenoid saponins, volatile oil, and tannins. It serves multiple functional categories related to food, beverages, and dietary supplements, focusing on respiratory and immune support. Mullein leaf (Verbascum thapsus L) is a common name for this herb, which is a flowering plant in the figwort family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean, and widely found in fields and waste areas throughout the United States. Its leaves have a velvety texture, which led to its common name "velvet plant." Herbalists in the United States and around the world recommend mullein for natural respiratory health and supporting healthy mucous membranes.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Chamomile Flower is a product within the plant family Asteraceae, known by its Latin name Matricaria recutita. It contains key chemical constituents, including flavonoids such as quercetin, apigenin, luteolin, and rutin. In terms of aroma and taste, it offers a delicate, grassy floral taste with a hint of apple aroma. This product is categorized for use in food, beverages, and dietary supplements related to sleep, mood & stress, and digestive health. Additionally, it falls under the cosmetic and personal care functional category for oral health.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Rose Hips Dog Rose is a product under the plant family Rosaceae, with the Latin name Rosa canina. It contains flavonoids, carotenoids, fatty acids, and a high content of vitamins, especially vitamin C. This product is used in the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of immune support and nervous system support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Garlic Bulb is a product under the plant family Amaryllidaceae, with the Latin name Allium sativum. It contains allicin, vitamin C, vitamin B6, selenium, copper, and zinc. This product is used in the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of flavor and cardiovascular support. It also has applications in the cosmetic/personal care functional category for skin care.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Cleavers Herb is a product in the plant family Rubiaceae, with the Latin name Galium aparine. Its key chemical constituents include flavonoids, tannins, and glycosides. This product is categorized under the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category of immune support and the cosmetic/personal care functional category for skin support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Kola Nut is a product belonging to the plant family Malvaceae. Its Latin name is Cola acuminata. The key chemical constituents include caffeine, theophylline, theobromine, sugar, phlobaphens, tannic acid, d-catechin, and epicatechin. This product falls into the functional categories of energy, mood and stress management, digestive health, weight management, and support for the nervous system.

Elder Flower Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of Elder Flower extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Hops Strobile is a product under the plant family Cannabaceae, with the Latin name Humulus lupulus. It contains key chemical constituents such as humulones, bisabolene, caryophyllene, farnesene, and elemene. This product serves the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of digestive support and sleep support. Additionally, it has applications in the cosmetic/personal care functional category for skin care.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. St. John's Wort Herb is a product from the Hypericaceae plant family, with the Latin name Hypericum perforatum. Its key chemical constituents include flavonoids, naphthodianthrones (hypericin and pseudohypericin), phloroglucinols (hyperforin and adhyperforin). This product serves functional categories in food, beverages, and dietary supplements, including support for women's health, sleep, and mood and stress. It is also used in the cosmetic and personal care industry, particularly for skin and nervous system applications.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Elecampane Root is a product belonging to the plant family Asteraceae. Its Latin name is Inula helenium. The key chemical constituents include inulin (up to 44%), volatile oil (up to 4%), containing alantol, sesquiterpene lactones, triterpene saponins, sterols, and polyacetylenes. This product falls into the functional category of food, beverage, and dietary supplements, with a focus on respiratory and digestive health.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Fenugreek Seed is a product under the plant family Leguminosae, with the Latin name Trigonella foenum-graecum. It contains steroidal saponins, mainly estrogenic, alkaloids, bitter principles, and inulin. This product is used in the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of women's health support, digestive support, and immune support. It also has applications in the cosmetic/personal care functional category for fragrance.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Black Walnut Hulls is a product in the plant family Juglandaceae, with the Latin name Juglans nigra. It belongs to the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category of digestive support and the cosmetic/personal care functional categories of skin and immune support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Catnip Herb is a product under the plant family Lamiaceae, with the Latin name Nepeta cataria. Its key chemical constituents include iridoids, tannins, and volatile oils, mainly comprising alpha- and beta-nepetalactone, citronellal, and geraniol. This product serves the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category of digestive support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Parsley Leaf is a product from the Umbelliferae/Apiaceae plant family, with the Latin name Petroselinum crispum. Its key chemical constituents include volatile oil (including myristicin, apiole), flavonoids, phthalides, coumarins (including bergapten), and vitamins A, C, and E, as well as iron. This product serves functional categories in food, beverages, and dietary supplements, including flavors and immune support. It is also used in the cosmetic and personal care industry, particularly for fragrance and skin applications.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Red Clover Tops is a product in the plant family Fabaceae, with the Latin name Trifolium pratense. Its key chemical constituents are isoflavones. This product is designed for the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of respiratory support, sexual health, cardiovascular support, and bone & joint health.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Reishi Mushroom is a product in the plant family Ganodermataceae, with the Latin name Ganoderma lingzhi. Its key chemical constituents include polysaccharides, triterpenes, and peptidoglycans. It falls under the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of cardiovascular, immune, and energy support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Osha Root is a product in the plant family Apiaceae, with the Latin name Ligusticum porteri. Its key chemical constituents include coumarins, phthalides, flavonoids, acetylenic compounds, and terpenoids. This product is designed for the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of immune support, respiratory support, and digestive support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Slippery Elm Bark is a product within the Ulmaceae plant family, known by its Latin name, Ulmus rubra. It contains key chemical constituents such as mucilage (up to 50%), starch, tannins, polyuronides, calcium oxalates, calcium, and vitamin C. This versatile product serves various functional categories in food, beverages, and dietary supplements, including respiratory, digestive, and sexual health. It also has applications in the cosmetic and personal care industry, particularly for skin and immune-related purposes. Native to North America, the medium-sized forest tree, slippery elm, has inner bark rich in mucilage, a starchy carbohydrate substance that, when mixed with water, swells to form a soothing and slippery gel. Mucilage is commonly used to offer support for mucous membranes, soothe the throat, and promote healthy digestion.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Sarsaparilla Root is a product from the Liliaceae plant family, with the Latin name Smilax ornata. Its key chemical constituents include saponin glycosides (such as sarsasaponin, parillin, smilasaponin), steroidal glycosides, sitosterol, sarsapogenin, simagenin, sarsaparilloside, essential oil, resin, bitter components, starch, calcium lactate, and trace minerals. This product serves the functional category of bone and joint support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Yohimbe is a product in the plant family Rubiaceae, with the Latin name Pausinystalia johimbe. Its key chemical constituent is the indole alkaloid yohimbine. This product is categorized under the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of sexual health, weight management, and nervous system support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Echinacea is a product under the plant family Asteraceae, with the Latin name Echinacea angustifolia. It contains alkylamides and caffeic acid derivatives, together with polysaccharides and glycoproteins. This product is intended for the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category of immune support. It also has applications in the cosmetic/personal care functional category for skin care.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Lemon Balm Herb is a product from the Lamiaceae plant family with the Latin name Melissa officinalis. Key chemical constituents include flavonoids (quercitrin, rhamnocitrin, luteolin), polyphenolic compounds (rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, and protocatechuic acid), monoterpenoid aldehyde, monoterpene glycosides, triterpenes (ursolic and oleanolic acids), sesquiterpenes, tannins, and essential oils. This product serves functional roles in the categories of flavors and mood and stress support within the food, beverage, and dietary supplement industry. Additionally, it is used in the cosmetic and personal care industry, primarily for fragrance, skin, and hair applications.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Gentian Root is a product in the plant family Gentianaceae, with the Latin name Gentiana lutea. Its key chemical constituents include gentiopicroside, xanthones, monoterpene alkaloids, polyphenols, and flavones. It is intended for the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category related to flavors.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Red Raspberry Leaf is a product derived from the plant family Rosaceae with the Latin name Rubus idaeus. It contains key chemical constituents, including magnesium, calcium, potassium, and polyphenols. Red raspberry leaf has a mild tobacco-like smell and is known for its pleasant taste, often compared to black tea with a hint of fruity aroma. This product is associated with functional categories in food, beverage, and dietary supplements, including digestive support, immune support, and weight management. Red raspberry has been used for hundreds of years in folk medicine for various health-supportive actions, and it naturally contains magnesium, calcium, potassium, and polyphenols.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Pumpkin Seed is a product from the plant family Cucurbitaceae, with the Latin name Cucurbita pepo. Its key chemical constituents include 30% unsaturated fixed oil, which contains linoleic and oleic fatty acids, cucurbitacins, as well as various vitamins and minerals, including zinc. This product falls into the functional category of immune support for food, beverages, and dietary supplements, and it is also used in the cosmetic and personal care industry for skin care.

Passionflower Herb Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of Passionflower Herb extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Fennel Seed is a product in the plant family Umbelliferae, with the Latin name Foeniculum vulgare. Its key chemical constituents include phenols, phenolic glycosides, and volatile aroma compounds such as trans-anethole, estragole, and fenchone. This product is intended for the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category of digestive support.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Cascara Sagrada Bark is a product with the Latin name Frangula purshiana. Its key chemical constituents include anthranol, glycosides, barbaloin, and charysaloin. It falls under the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional category of digestive support.

Ginseng, White Chinese Root Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of White Chinese Ginseng Root extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Peppermint Leaf is a product from the Lamiaceae plant family, known by its Latin name, Mentha x piperita. Its key chemical constituents include flavonoids (including luteolin), menthoside, volatile oil (including menthol and menthone), phenolic acids, and triterpenes. This product serves functional categories in food, beverages, and dietary supplements, including flavors, digestive support, and immune support. Additionally, it has applications in the cosmetic and personal care industry, particularly for fragrance, skin care, and supporting the nervous system.

Blue Vervain Herb Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of Blue Vervian Herb extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Goji Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of Goji Fruit extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Periwinkle Herb Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of Periwinkle Herb extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Feverfew Herb is a product under the plant family Asteraceae, with the Latin name Tanacetum parthenium. It contains key chemical constituents like sesquiterpene lactones, essential oils, and flavonoids. This product is designed for the food/beverage/dietary supplement functional categories of immune support and nervous system support. Additionally, it can be used in the cosmetic/personal care functional category for oral health.

Oregon Grape Root Zea Botanicals™ is a liquid blend of Oregon Grape Root extract and Zemea® USP Propane-1,3-diol. Zemea®, a multi-purpose product developed by DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, is a biobased product that acts as an all-natural solvent with many added benefits. Zea Botanicals™ offer benefits and functionalities such as improved emollience, enhanced viscosity, non-irritating properties, exceptional sensory characteristics, clarity, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, among many more.

Bio-Botanica, Inc. Juniper Berry is a product from the Cupressaceae plant family, with the Latin name Juniperus communis. Key chemical constituents include volatile oil (1-2%) consisting of over 60 compounds, which include myrcene, sabinene, alpha- and beta-pinene, and cineole. It also contains tannins, diterpenes, sugars, resin, and vitamin C. This product falls into the functional categories of bone and joint support, digestive health, and immune support within the food, beverage, and dietary supplement industry.