Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
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Ingredients (1223/2009) Cosmetics Regulation
Ingredients (1223/2009) Cosmetics Regulation
All variants have cosmetic compliance:
- Variant with Pentylene Glycol: Aqua (Water), Pentylene Glycol, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Composition (FDA): Water (A (>50 %)), Extract (B (25-50 %)), Glycol (C (10-25 %)) - Variant with Propylene Glycol: Aqua (Water), Propylene Glycol, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Composition (FDA): Water (B (25-50 %)), Glycol (B (25-50 %)), Extract (B (25-50 %)) - Variant with glycerin: Glycerin, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Composition (FDA): Glycol (A (>50 %)), extract (B (25-50 %)) - Variant with jojoba oil: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Composition (FDA): Oil (A (>50 %)), Extract (B (25-50 %)) - Variant with squalane: Squalane, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Composition (FDA): oil (A (>50 %)), extract (B (25-50 %)) - Variant with sunflower oil: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Composition (FDA): Oil (A (>50 %)), Extract (B (25-50 %)) - Variant as powder extract: Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus), maltodextrin
Composition (FDA): extract (A (>50 %)), maltodextrin (C (10-25 %))
Composition (1169/2011) Food Regulation
Composition (1169/2011) Food Regulation
Variants with propylene glycol, glycerine, sunflower oil or as powder extract have food compliance:
- Variant with propylene glycol: water, humectant: propylene glycol, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
- Variant with glycerine: Humectant: Glycerine (vegetable), Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
- Variant with sunflower oil: Sunflower oil, Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
- Variant as powder extract: Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Technical documentation
Technical documentation
TDS, SDS and CDS available after login
Compliance
Compliance
Variants with glycerine, sunflower oil or as a powder extract can be obtained with COSMOS, Natrue and/or EU Organic Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2018/848) or USDA Organic compliance on request. Please use our industry inquiry form.
CAS number
CAS number
91722-47-3
Use
Use
This product can be used in various ways in the cosmetics and food industry.
Recommended application concentration
Recommended application concentration
2-5 %
Packaging
Packaging
Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus): tube bag / plastic container.
Organoleptics
Organoleptics
Visual evaluation: fine powder
Color evaluation: golden yellow to light brown
Origin
Origin
Europe and the rest of the world. Organically grown goods are preferred. Please note that this product contains biological ingredients whose biodegradability cannot be tested. Such ingredients were therefore not considered in the assessment.
Chemical-physical properties
Chemical-physical properties
pH: 3,9-7,54
Density: 0.50-0.70
Refractometry: 1.40-1.50
Analyzes
Analyzes
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Name: Monk's pepper powder extract 10:1 (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
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Preservative
Preservative
unpreserved
Microbiology
Microbiology
Total count of aerobic mesophilic bacteria / g / Method: ISO 21149:2022-08: < 100; Total count of yeasts and molds / g / Method: ISO 16212:2022-08: < 100; Total count of aerobic mesophilic microorganisms (bacteria + yeasts + molds) / g / Method: ISO 17516:2014-10: < 100; Non-specified microorganisms (including gram-negative bacteria such as Pluralibacter gergoviae and Burkholderia cepacia) / g / Method: ISO 18415:2022-08: not detectable; Specified microorganisms (Pseud. aeruginosa, E.coli, Staph. aureus, Candida albicans) / g / Method: ISO 18415:2022-08: not detectable
Durability
Durability
When stored dry between 10 and 30°C in the original sealed container: 24 months.
Flash point
Flash point
Not applicable
Shipping information
Shipping information
The product will be sent to you depending on your customer status.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
It cannot be excluded that color changes may occur during storage depending on temperature. This is a raw material intended for the manufacture of cosmetics and/or food products. The images shown here serve to illustrate the liquid and are to be considered as approximate only. It is guaranteed that the products meet the specifications listed on their label, packaging and/or certificate of analysis at the time of shipment or for the expressly stated duration. CONIUNCTA® disclaims all express or implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to our products or related information. The customer is solely responsible for determining the suitability of CONIUNCTA® products for their own applications, uses and processes, including ensuring that no third-party intellectual property rights are infringed. CONIUNCTA® shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, indirect, exemplary or special damages of any kind arising from the use or failure of the products. All sales are subject to the full terms and conditions of sale of CONIUNCTA®. Prices may be changed without prior notice and CONIUNCTA® reserves the right to modify or discontinue products without prior notice.
FAQ
FAQ
Please read our FAQ.
Monk's pepper powder extract (Vitex agnus-castus) is a plant-based dry extract obtained from the fruits of monk's pepper with a drug-to-extract ratio of 10:1. The INCI name is Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract and the CAS number is 91722-47-3. The lead marker is casticin. The raw material is intended for the cosmetics and food industries.
Production
The raw material is a fine, readily water-soluble powder produced at a concentration ratio of 10:1. It is supplied unpreserved. For the starting material, certified organic quality is preferred; the origin covers Europe and further regions worldwide. Designed in Germany.
Specification
- INCI: Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract
- CAS: 91722-47-3
- Lead marker: casticin
- Drug-to-extract ratio: 10:1
- Appearance: fine powder (powder extract)
- Colour: golden yellow to light brown
- Solubility: readily soluble in water
- Preservation: unpreserved
- Density: 0.50 to 0.70
- pH value: 3.9 to 7.54
- Origin: Europe and worldwide, certified organic preferred
- Vegan: yes
- Shelf life: 24 months when stored dry between 10 and 30 °C in the original sealed container
- Packaging: pouch bag or plastic container
Use in cosmetics
The extract is suitable for all cosmetic variants. The typical use concentration is 2 to 5 %. As the powder is readily water-soluble, it can be incorporated into aqueous formulations.
Use in food
Monk's pepper powder extract is suitable for all food variants. As a fine, water-soluble and unpreserved powder, the raw material can be dosed precisely in recipes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the botanical and English name of monk's pepper?
The botanical name is Vitex agnus-castus. In English the raw material is known as monk's pepper.
Which constituents does monk's pepper powder extract contain?
The lead marker is casticin. The extract also contains iridoid glycosides such as agnuside and aucubin as well as flavonoids.
Is the powder extract water-soluble and vegan?
Yes. The fine powder is readily soluble in water and vegan. It is supplied unpreserved.
At what concentration is monk's pepper powder extract used?
The typical use concentration is 2 to 5 %, depending on the formulation.
Which documents does CONIUNCTA provide?
Technical data sheet (TDS), safety data sheet (SDS) and certificate of analysis (CoA) as well as B2B terms are available after login.
Primary Marker: Casticin





