Quick Search
Schisandra Extract protects cells from oxidative stress.
Schisandra Extract has been used as a tonic and restorative, and as a treatment for respiratory and GI disorders.
Schisandra Extract has also demonstrated liver protectant, nervous system stimulant, and adaptogenic effects.
EC Number: 293-343-3
CAS Number: 7432-28-2
SYNONYMS:
Schisandra arisanensis Hayata, Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baillon, Schisandra fructus, Schisandra rubriflora Franch., Schisandra sphenanthera Rehd, Gomishi, Hoku-gomishi, Hoy tsi, Ji-chu, Kita-gomishi, Limonnik, Maximowich's red grape, Omiza, Schisandra, Schizandra, Wu-wei-zu, Schisandra Chinensis Extract, Schizandra Extract, Schizandra Berry Extract, Schisandra Fruit Extract, Wu Wei Zi Extract, Fructus Schisandrae, Magnolia Vine Extract, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Schisandrae Chinensis Extract,
Schisandra Extract is derived from the fruit of the Schisandra chinensis plant, commonly known as Wu Wei Zi (meaning "five-flavor fruit") due to its combination of sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and pungent tastes.
The extract is valued in traditional Chinese medicine and has various health benefits.
Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis) is a plant native to northern China.
The fruit is eaten as food and also used to make medicine.
Schisandra Extract is considered an adaptogen.
Adaptogens are a class of natural substances that are believed to stimulate the body's resistance to physical, environmental, and emotional stressors.
The chemicals in Schisandra Extract also improve liver function and might increase energy, which can improve endurance and coordination.
People use Schisandra Extract for menopause, exercise performance, pneumonia, and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
The fruit of the schisandra plant can be made into medicine.
Schisandra Extract is a well-known herb in traditional Chinese medicine as well as in traditional Russian medicine.
There, Schisandra Extract was described as a tonic, reducing hunger, fatigue, delaying the aging process, increasing vitality, and improving mental health.
Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis) holds a special place in history since it was used along with other ancient herbs, like ginseng, goji berry and reishi, by Taoist masters, Chinese emperors and elitists.
In Russia, Schisandra Extract first gained recognition as an “adaptogen agent” in the 1960s when it was published in the official medicine of the USSR handbook, following the discovery that it helps fight adrenal fatigue, heart problems and the negative effects of stress.
Interestingly, Schisandra Extract gets its name due to the berries having quite a complex taste, since they hold five distinct flavor properties: bitter, sweet, sour, salty and hot.
This is why Schisandra Extract is sometimes called “the five-flavored berry.
Beyond just how Schisandra Extract tastes, its flavor components are important for understanding the way it works.
The secret to Schisandra Extract’s power is that it’s said to have properties pertaining to all five elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which means it works in multiple “meridians” within the body to restore internal balance and health.
Because it impacts nearly every organ system within the human body (what TCM refers to as the 12 “meridians”), Schisandra Extract has dozens of uses and benefits.
TCM views Schisandra Extract as an herb that helps balance all three “treasures” within the body: jing, shen and chi.
Schisandra Extract has historically been taken as a tonic tea, but today you can find it in supplement form, which makes it easier than ever to use.
Unlike many other herbs or supplements, Schisandra Extract can be taken long term without any negative side effects or risks.
In fact, Schisandra Extract’s believed to work better and better the longer you take it, just like many other natural adaptogens.
Some herbs that are beneficial for improving liver function can start to become problematic if used for too long, but Schisandra Extract is safe for day-to-day use even in people with sensitive digestive systems and low tolerance to supplements.
Schisandra is a woody vine with numerous clusters of tiny, bright red berries.
It is distributed throughout northern and northeast China and the adjacent regions of Russia and Korea.
The fully ripe, sun-dried fruit is used medicinally.
It is purported to have sour, sweet, salty, hot, and bitter tastes.
This unusual combination of flavors is reflected in schisandra’s Chinese name wu-wei-zi, meaning “five taste fruit.”
Schisandra Extract is abundant in wellness properties and is regarded for its bounty of antioxidants and for its adaptogenic qualities, along with a lengthy list of other helpful attributes.
Schisandra Extract can be combined into a tea decoction, into herbal brews (soft simmer), or prepared as a liquid extract.
This botanical has been revered for its supportive benefits for centuries.
USES and APPLICATIONS of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
Adaptogen: Schisandra Extract is known as an adaptogen, helping the body resist stress and restore balance.
Cognitive Support: Schisandra Extract has been used to improve mental clarity, concentration, and memory.
Liver Protection: Schisandra Extract is recognized for its hepatoprotective properties, helping protect and regenerate liver tissue.
Antioxidant: Schisandra Extract is rich in lignans, which have antioxidant properties that neutralize free radicals.
Anti-inflammatory: Schisandra Extract helps reduce inflammation, making it useful in various inflammatory conditions.
Energy Booster: Schisandra Extract is used to enhance physical endurance and stamina.
Immune System Support: Schisandra Extract enhances immunity by boosting white blood cell production.
Skin Health: Due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, Schisandra Extract is also used in skincare to reduce signs of aging and promote healthy skin.
Dietary Supplements: Schisandra Extract is commonly used in capsule, tablet, or powder form for its adaptogenic, anti-fatigue, and liver-supporting properties.
Cosmetics and Skincare uses of Schisandra Extract: Included in anti-aging creams, serums, and lotions for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Beverages: Schisandra Extract is used in health drinks and teas aimed at boosting energy and mental focus.
Schisandra Extract has been used as a tonic and restorative, and as a treatment for respiratory and GI disorders.
Schisandra Extract has also demonstrated liver protectant, nervous system stimulant, and adaptogenic effects.
However, clinical trials to support these uses are limited.
Schisandra Extract may work in many ways.
For example, Schisandra Extract has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory traits.
People also use Schisandra Extract to try to maintain normal blood sugar and blood pressure, speed recovery after surgery, prevent motion sickness or infection, or improve vision.
But there is only anecdotal evidence that this truly works.
Other uses of Schisandra Extract include trying to treat: High cholesterol, Coughs, Asthma, Sleep problems, Nerve pain, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Night sweats or spontaneous sweating, Sexual dysfunction, Excessive urination or thirst, Depression or irritability, and Memory loss.
Depending upon the condition, people take different dosages of Schisandra Extract.
But optimal doses of Schisandra Extract have not been set for any condition.
Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely.
This makes Schisandra Extract hard to set a standard dose.
Schisandra Extract supports the normal function of the immune system.
Schisandra Extract protects cells from oxidative stress.
Schisandra Extract contributes to normal thyroid function.
Traditional Use (May Not Be Supported by Scientific Studies)
A classical treatise on Chinese herbal medicine, Shen Nung Pen Tsao Ching, describes Schisandra Extract as a high-grade herbal drug useful for a wide variety of medical conditions—especially as a kidney tonic and lung astringent.
In addition, other textbooks on Traditional Chinese Medicine note that Schisandra Extract is useful for coughs, night sweats, insomnia, thirst, and physical exhaustion.
Adaptogenic herbs, like Schisandra Extract, have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to improve the ability of the body to respond to stress.
Schisandra Extract has been used for over 2,000 years in Chinese and Japanese medicine.
Schisandra Extract supports liver protective functions due to its lignan content, helps to support liver function, and supports the immune and nervous systems.
Schisandra Extract is considered adaptogenic and provides support during times of stress and fatigue, helping to improve energy, endurance, and stress response.
Schisandra Extract may also promote concentration and cognitive performance in times of stress.
WHAT ARE THE FORMS OF SCHISANDRA?
Schisandrins A, B, and C are bioactive chemical compounds.
They’re extracted from the berries of the Schisandra plant.
Schisandra is also available as a supplement in multiple forms.
These include dried powder, pills, extracts, and elixirs.
Supplements typically include a recommended dosage on the packaging for you to follow.
Additionally, you can purchase it as berries or as a juice.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT?
Schisandra Extract is used for a wide range of health-related issues.
*Alzheimer’s disease
A 2017 study found that Schisandrin B had may influence the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers determined that this was caused by Schisandrin B’s ability to block formation of excess amyloid beta peptides in the brain.
These peptides are one of the components responsible for forming amyloid plaque, a substance found in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease.
However, the findings need to be further investigated.
*Liver disease
Schisandrin C was effective against liver damage in people with both acute and chronic hepatitis, a liver disease.
Additionally, a 2021 in vivo study showed that a combination of Schisandrin C and curdione prevented oxidative stress on the cells. The authors said this made it a promising potential treatment protocol for advanced liver disease.
While these findings are positive, more research is needed before determining if and how Schisandra Extract can be used for liver disease.
*Menopause
A small 2016 study analyzed the effects of Schisandra Extract on people with menopausal symptoms.
The researchers determined that Schisandra Extract is effective at alleviating some symptoms like hot flashes, sweating, and heart palpitations.
*Depression
However, Schisandra Extract and its potential effect on depression hasn’t been extensively studied in humans.
You shouldn’t use Schisandra Extract as a replacement for antidepressant medication, and always speak with a doctor before trying it — especially if you’re already on medication.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT
1. Schisandra Extract helps Lower Inflammation
Thanks to its high concentration of antioxidant compounds, Schisandra Extract helps fight free radical damage and lowers inflammatory responses — which are at the root of modern diseases, like cancer, diabetes and heart disease.
Free radicals threaten our health because they turn on and off certain genes, cause cellular and tissue damage, and speed up the aging process.
Due to its ability to positively affect the immune system and fight inflammation, Schisandra Extract seems to help stall the development of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), balance blood sugar, prevent diabetes and bring the body into an optimal acid-base balance.
When it comes to cancer prevention, active lignans have been isolated from Schisandra Extract (especially one called schisandrin A) that have chemo-protective abilities.
Studies that have investigated the effects of Schisandra Extract on organs, tissues, cells and enzymes have revealed it helps control the release of leukocytes, which promote inflammation, and improve the ability to repair tissue.
Schisandra Extract also positively impacts platelet-activating factors, metabolism, oxygen consumption, bone formation and the tolerance of toxin exposure.
2. Schisandra Extract aids Adrenal Function, Helping Deal with Stress
Known as an adaptogenic agent, Schisandra Extract helps balance hormones naturally and therefore improves our ability to deal with stressors, both physical and psychological.
Adaptogenic herbs and superfoods have been used for thousands of years to naturally raise the body’s resistance to environmental stress, anxiety, toxin exposure, emotional trauma, mental fatigue and mental illnesses.
Because Schisandra Extract helps nurture the adrenal glands and turns down an overproduction of “stress hormones” like cortisol, it’s linked with better mental capabilities, physical endurance and metabolic health.
The findings suggest that inhibitory effects of these adaptogens make them natural antidepressants that have positive effects on hormones and brain functions even when under stress and tiring conditions.
Don’t forget there’s also a link between lower amounts of stress and better immune function: The more stress we’re under, the less capable we are of defending ourselves from disease.
3. Schisandra Extract supports Liver Function and Digestive Health
Much of the anecdotal research on Schisandra Extract has focused on liver function, especially its effect on the production of various liver detoxifying enzymes.
Its immune-boosting abilities are far-reaching because Schisandra Extract helps increase enzyme production, boost antioxidant activity, and improve circulation, digestion and the ability to remove waste from the body.
Because liver health is tied to stronger immunity, Schisandra Extract has been found to be protective against infections, indigestion and various gastrointestinal disorders.
Dozens of studies done over the past 50 years demonstrate the efficiency of Schisandra Extract in cleansing the liver, treating pneumonia, preventing developmental problems in pregnant women, and reducing allergic reactions, acute gastrointestinal diseases, gastric hyper- and hypo-secretion, chronic gastritis, and stomach ulcers.
Some small studies also show Schisandra Extract’s helpful for treating chronic hepatitis, especially when used with other treatments.
A randomized, parallel, placebo-controlled study done by the Taichung Hospital Department of Health in China showed that patients experienced improvements in liver function and relief from fatty liver disease when using a mixture of Schisandra Extract fruit extract and sesamin.
Forty subjects were divided into a test group (taking four tablets daily) and a placebo group.
Effects of total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, free radical levels, total antioxidant status, glutathione peroxidase, glutathione reductase and the lag time for low-density lipoprotein oxidation were all observed.
Compared to the control group, Schisandra Extract greatly increased the antioxidant capacity and decreased the values of thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, total free radicals and superoxide anion radicals in the blood.
An increase in glutathione peroxidase and reductase also occurred in the group taking Schisandra Extract, while a longer time period was observed for low-density lipoprotein oxidation and inflammatory markers.
A 2010 study published in the International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics found that Schisandra Extract can even benefit patients following a liver transplant, since it increases production of a compound called Tcrolimus (Tac), which prevents the body’s rejection of a new liver following liver transplantation.
Blood concentrations of Tac significantly increased in liver transplant patients after receiving schisandra sphenanthera extract (SchE).
The average increase in the mean concentration of Tac in the blood was 339 percent for the group receiving higher doses of SchE and 262 percent for the group receiving lower a dose.
Tac-associated side effects, such as diarrhea and indigestion, also decreased significantly in all patients as liver function improved.
4. Schisandra Extract protects the Skin
Schisandra Extract is a natural beauty tonic that’s capable of protecting the skin from wind, sun exposure, allergic reactions, dermatitis, environmental stress and toxin accumulation.
Schisandra Extract chinensis has been widely used to treat skin diseases due to its anti-inflammatory effects.
5. Schisandra Extract can Improve Mental Performance
One of the oldest uses for Schisandra Extract is promoting mental clarity and raising energy levels.
Centuries ago in Russia, Schisandra Extract was used by the Nanai people to promote stamina for hunters going on long voyages without much rest or nourishment.
Practitioners of TCM have used Schisandra Extract to naturally improve mental capabilities and promote sharper concentration, increased motivation and better memory.
One of the great thing about Schisandra Extract is that it doesn’t increase energy in similar ways to caffeine, by affecting the release of various stress hormones and altering blood sugar.
As you probably know, caffeine use — especially caffeine overdose — can cause side effects like nervousness, restlessness and heart beat irregularities, but Schisandra Extract actually does the opposite.
It essentially makes you feel calmer while also fighting off fatigue.
Studies also show a link between Schisandra Extract use and protection against neurological and psychiatric disorders, including:
*neurosis
*depression
*schizophrenia
*anxiety
*alcoholism
*even Alzheimer’s
6. Schisandra Extract helps with Healthy Sexual Function
Research shows that Schisandra Extract is beneficial for fertility and hormonal health, helping promote a strong libido, preventing sexual dysfunction like impotence and positively affecting the reproductive organs, including the uterus.
Because Schisandra Extract positively impacts hormone production, including estrogen, it’s capable of helping with bone healing and forming bone mineral density.
This is useful for preventing diseases like osteoporosis, which is common among older women as they experience changes in hormonal levels.
HOW TO USE SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
*Traditional methods of using Schisandra Extract include:
Mixing the dried fruit extract in water to create a tincture:
This is made with a 1:6 ratio of liquid (water) to pure extract.
You might find Schisandra Extract in extract/tincture form that’s already prepared, which can be taken in doses of 20–30 drops daily.
You can split this dosage into two parts if you’d like and take it with a meal.
*Eating the powdered Schisandra Extract fruit or fruit extract:
If you find Schisandra Extract fruit you can consume up to three grams a day safely.
*Taking Schisandra Extract pills/capsules:
Look for supplements online or health food stores.
Take one to three grams daily, with meals.
*Making Schisandra Extract teas, tonic or wine:
Look for brewed Schisandra Extract wines or teas, or make your own by steeping up to three grams in hot water for 40–60 minutes before drinking.
Try adding Schisandra Extract other supportive herbs, including ginger, cinnamon, licorice root or turmeric.
HOW SCHISANDRA EXTRACT WORKS:
Historically in TCM, Schisandra Extract was used to promote a balance between yin and yang.
It’s said to help “calm the heart and quiet the spirit” by positively affecting the brain, kidneys, liver and lungs.
While it’s been used for generations safely and effectively, very few human trials have been performed using Schisandra Extract .
Those that have show it’s powerful at improving liver function, lowering fatty liver disease and fighting chronic hepatitis C virus.
Other studies show that Schisandra Extract’s a natural stress reliever, improves performance of cognitive tasks and reduces digestive symptoms associated with liver transplants.
The most important active constituents of Schisandra Extract include:
*schizandrin
*deoxyschizandrin
*schisanheno
*schizandrol
*sesquicarene
*citral
*stigmasterol
*antioxidants, including vitamins C and E
Schisandra Extract is a complex herb, and there are multiple mechanisms by which these constituents might act like phytoadaptogens, affecting the central nervous, sympathetic, endocrine, immune, respiratory, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal systems.
Research has shown that Schisandra Extract helps stall the process of oxidative stress, which contributes to nearly every disease there is and results in the loss of healthy cells, tissues and organs.
Schisandra Extract also exhibits strong antioxidant activities that positively affect blood vessels, smooth muscles, the release of fatty acids into the bloodstream (such as arachidonic acid) and the biosynthesis of inflammatory compounds.
This results in healthier blood cells, arteries, blood vessels and improved circulation.
This is one reason why Schisandra Extract helps increase endurance, accuracy of movement, mental performance, fertility and working capacity even when someone is under stress.
According to a report published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, a large number of pharmacological and clinical studies conducted over the past five decades suggest that Schisandra Extract increases physical working capacity and has strong stress-protective effects against a broad spectrum of harmful factors.
Among its many uses, studies have found Schisandra Extract helps prevent inflammation, reverse heavy metal intoxification, improve loss of mobility — plus treat heat shock, skin burns, frostbite, hormonal disorders and heart disease.
A 2015 study published by the Department of Korean Medicine at Dongguk University found that schisandra fruit positively modulates gut microbiota in a way that helps prevent various metabolic syndrome risk factors, along with potentially weight gain.
After studying markers related to metabolic diseases in 28 obese women as part of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study done over 12 weeks, the researchers found that compared to placebo Schisandra Extract had a greater impact on lipid metabolism and modulation of gut microbiota that resulted in a decrease in waist circumference, fat mass, fasting blood glucose and triglycerides levels.
Bacteroides and bacteroidetes were two forms of microbiota increased by Schisandra Extract that showed significant negative correlations with fat mass.
Ruminococcus was another microbiota decreased by schidandra, which resulted in a decrease of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and fasting blood glucose.
INFORMATION ABOUT SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
*High-quality
*Standardised to 9% schisandrin
*High quality food supplements - Garanteeed without magnesium stearate
*100% vegan
*Produced according to HACCP quality and hygiene standards
INGREDIENTS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT
Schisandra fruit powder, Schisandra Extract (contains 9% schisandrin), glazing agent hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (capsule shell), rice starch, rice bran extract, L-leucine, bulking agent microcrystalline cellulose, rice hull concentrate, rice extract blend
RECOMMENDED INTAKE OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
Adults 1 capsule of Schisandra Extract daily with a meal and plenty of water.
FUNCTION OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
Schisandra Extract’s most well-known for boosting liver function and helping with adrenal functions, but other benefits also include:
*acting like a powerful brain tonic (improving focus, concentration, memory and mental energy)
*improving digestion
*supporting hormonal balance
*nourishing the skin
Studies have found that, in healthy subjects, Schisandra Extract generates alterations in the basal levels of nitric oxide and cortisol present in blood and saliva.
ACTIVE COMPONENTS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
*Schisandrin:
The primary bioactive lignan in Schisandra, known for its antioxidant and adaptogenic effects.
*Schisandrol A and B:
Compounds that contribute to liver protection and neuroprotective effects.
*Gomisin A:
A lignan known for its ability to support liver function and protect against liver damage.
*Schisantherin:
A bioactive compound with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
EXTRACTION METHODS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
*Standardized Extract:
Schisandra Extract is often standardized to contain a specific percentage of lignans, usually Schisandrin (2-5%).
*Solvent Extraction:
Water and ethanol are commonly used solvents for extracting active compounds from Schisandra berries.
ADDITIONAL PROPERTIES OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
*Flavor Profile:
Schisandra Extract is known for its unique "five-flavor" profile, contributing to its use in herbal teas and supplements.
*Moisture Content:
Typically less than 5% to ensure stability.
*Storage Conditions:
Schisandra Extract should be stored in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to preserve potency.
KEY BENEFITS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
*Schisandra Extract supports liver function
*Schisandra Extract promotes energy and endurance
*Schisandra Extract provides support during times of stress and fatigue
*Premium Vegan Formulation
*Free of gluten, dairy, peanut, tree nut, soy and egg.
*Free of artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, excipients (fillers, coatings, binders), sugar and non-GMO
ABOUT SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
A native fruit from northern China, Russia and parts of Korea, Schisandra has been a revered tonic used to help with fatigue and to help with the effects of stress.
Calming to the mind while strengthening to the body, this beautiful berry has much to offer.
In the fall, small clusters of these colorful red berries hang from the winding vines of this remarkable herb who’s Chinese name “wu-wei-zi”, means five flavored fruit.
The first taste of the fresh berry is sour, with the additional sweet, salty, pungent and bitter tastes noted after a few moments.
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
30-60 drops OR 1/4-1/2 tsp, 3 times per day in juice or water.
Please note our recommended dosage may differ from other sources.
WHY DO PEOPLE TAKE SCHISANDRA EXTRACT?
People take Schisandra Extract to try to raise their:
*Energy levels
*Physical performance
*Resistance to stress and disease
They may also take Schisandra Extract to treat:
*Lung problems and coughing
*Digestive system issues
*Liver disease
*Some people take Schisandra Extract to help reduce their sweating.
Concentration, coordination, and endurance do seem to improve when taking Schisandra Extract.
Another use of Schisandra Extract is to attempt to protect the liver from poisons or to treat liver disease (hepatitis).
Schisandra Extract lowers levels of an enzyme that is a marker for liver damage.
Schisandra Extract appears to improve liver function in people with hepatitis.
More research is needed to confirm whether products containing Schisandra Extract or combining Schisandra Extract with other herbs are safe and effective.
CAN YOU GET SCHISANDRA EXTRACT NATURALLY FROM FOODS?
Yes, people can eat the fruit of schisandra as food, but the effects may not match what has been shown for specialized extracts.
DOSING OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
Schisandra Extract is used as an adaptogen at dosages of 1.5 to 6 g/day of powdered product.
In a clinical study, Schisandra Extract tablets containing 91.1 mg of extract per tablet (extract standardized for schizandrin and gamma-schizandrin at a level of 3.1 mg/tablet) was used to improve athletic performance.
Examples of various doses of Schisandra Extract preparations used in official medicine in Russia include the following: Tinctura Fructum Schizandrae prepared with air-dried fruits and 95% ethanol given as 20 to 30 drops twice daily.
Tinctura Seminum Schizandrae prepared with dried seeds and 95% ethanol, given as 20 to 30 drops twice daily.
Infusion Fructum Schizandrae prepared with air-dried fruits and water (1:20 w/v), given as 150 mL twice daily.
Fructum Schizandrae contains air-dried fruits, given at a dose of 0.5 to 1.5 g twice daily.
Schisandra Extract seed powder 0.5 to 1.5 g administered twice daily before lunch and the evening meal for 20 to 30 days.
Schisandra Extract prepared by extracting air-dried seeds with 95% ethanol, given as a single dose of 0.05 or 0.2 mL/kg.
PACKAGING AND LABELS OF SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
Packaging and labels may vary slightly.
Schisandra Extract has an extensive history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and it is said in Chinese folklore that it can “calm the heart and quiet the spirit”.
TCM holds Schisandra Extract as one of its 50 fundamental herbs and it is considered to contain all five basic flavors: salty, sweet, sour, pungent, and bitter.
Schisandra Extract also goes by the names of magnolia berry and wu-wei-zi, meaning five taste fruit, among others.
The fruit grows on deciduous vines that are native to eastern Russian and Chinese forests.
Schisandra Extract is often cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens worldwide, coveted for its oval pink leaves and bright red berries.
PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
EC Number: 293-343-3
CAS Number: 7432-28-2
Appearance: Brownish to yellow powder (typical for standardized extract)
Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol
Main Active Compounds: Schisandrin, Schisandrol, Schisantherin, Gomisin
Molecular Formula (Schisandrin): C24H32O7
Molecular Weight (Schisandrin): 432.51 g/mol
Melting Point: Schisandrin: 196–197°C
Water Solubility: Moderate
Flavor: Bitter, slightly sweet
Botanical name: Schisandra chinensis
Part used: Dried berries
Ingredients:
Dry Schisandra berries, certified organic non-GMO cane alcohol and pure Adirondack water.
Percentage of alcohol used: 45-50%
Ratio plant to menstruum: 1:5
Safety considerations: None noted
Botanical names: Schisandra chinensis
Parts Used & Where Grown
FIRST AID MEASURES of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.
HANDLING and STORAGE of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.
STABILITY and REACTIVITY of SCHISANDRA EXTRACT:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available
