Product Name | Tea saponin |
| CAS | 8047-15-2 |
Quality Standard | Standard |
Product Grade | Cosmetic Grade |
Place of Origin | China |
Dangerous Goods | No |
Tea saponin is a natural triterpenoid saponin extracted from tea seeds, tea leaves, and other parts of the tea plant. It is a type of glycoside compound with excellent surface activity and a variety of biological activities, and is widely used in the fields of daily chemicals, agriculture, and biomedicine due to its natural, non-toxic, and biodegradable properties.
In the daily chemical industry, tea saponin is a high-quality natural surfactant and active ingredient. As a mild cleanser, it has good emulsifying, foaming, and decontaminating effects, and can effectively remove dirt and excess oil from the skin and hair without disrupting the skin’s natural barrier or causing irritation. It is often added to facial cleansers, shampoos, and body washes targeted at sensitive skin and scalp, helping to clean gently while maintaining the moisture balance of the skin and hair, leaving them soft and smooth. Additionally, tea saponin has certain anti-inflammatory and antipruritic properties, which can alleviate scalp itching and mild skin irritation, making it suitable for formulating mild personal care products.
In the agricultural field, tea saponin serves as an environmentally friendly pesticide adjuvant and biological pesticide. It can enhance the adhesion and permeability of pesticides on crop surfaces, improving the efficacy of pesticides while reducing the use of chemical agents. At the same time, it has a repellent effect on some pests and pathogenic bacteria, and can be used to prepare biological insecticides and fungicides, which is in line with the development concept of green agriculture.
In the biomedical field, tea saponin exhibits a range of potential health benefits. Studies have shown that it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, which can help scavenge free radicals in the body and reduce the damage of oxidative stress to cells. It also has certain lipid-lowering effects and can assist in regulating lipid metabolism in the body. Moreover, tea saponin has been found to have immune-modulating properties, which may support the normal function of the body’s immune system.
Tea saponin is characterized by its natural origin, biodegradability, and low toxicity, making it a green and safe ingredient. It is compatible with most other natural active ingredients and is gradually becoming a popular choice for formulating environmentally friendly and mild products in various industries.