Konjac Extract Powder

• Latin Name: Amorphophallus Konjac Extract
• Part Used: Konjac root
• Specification: 70% Glucomannan
• Appearance: white fine powder
• CAS NO.: 11078-31-2
• Test Method: By HPLC
• Molecular Formula: (C35H49O29)n

Basic information:

• Latin Name: Amorphophallus Konjac Extract
• Part Used: Konjac root
• Specification: 70% Glucomannan
• Appearance: white fine powder
• CAS NO.: 11078-31-2
• Test Method: By HPLC
• Molecular Formula: (C35H49O29)n
• Molecular Weight: NA

About Konjac:

• The konjac root is highly rich in vitamins, minerals, (iron, potassium, phosphorous selenium and calcium) fiber, and many types of essential amino acids.
• Not only konjac extract powder can be used as a nutritional supplement in diet, but as dietary fiber for losing weight.
• The main ingredient of the konjak root contains glucomannan, which is a low-protein, low-fat but high-fiber extract, thus konjac root powder can lower effectively LDL cholesterol and blood sugar.

Function and Application:

• Glucomannan is used for weight loss in adults and children.
• Taking glucomannan can relive constipation in children and adults.
• Glucomannan can control blood sugar levels, lower cholesterol, and blood pressure in people with diabetes.

Application:

• In foods, konjac extract is used as a thickener or gelling agent. Glucomannan flour and powder are used in food.
• The glucomannan powder has been used in the capsule, tablets and ointment.