Ingredient Overview
United BioScience’s Shiitake extract delivers natural immune and cardiovascular support through clean, food-grade extraction. Rich in lentinan and beta-glucans, it’s a trusted ingredient for enhancing wellness in both supplement and functional food applications.
Why United BioScience’s Shiitake?
- Solvent-Free Extraction – Produced without ethanol, hexane, or other harsh solvents
- Clean-Label Solution – Free from heavy metals, pesticides, and unnecessary fillers
- Bioactive-Rich – Standardized for Lentinan and Polysaccharides
Eco-Friendly Production:
Our Shiitake Extract is sustainably sourced and processed using CO₂ extraction, eliminating the need for harmful solvents and reducing the carbon footprint.
Traceability You Can Trust:
We partner with certified organic farms to ensure ethical and sustainable sourcing, providing full traceability for every batch.
Formats
Gummy
Tablet
Soft Gel
Mix Sticks
Chocolate
Beverage
Functional Food
Benefits of Shiitake Extract
Antioxidant Support
Liver Function Support
Immune Health Support
Digestive Support
Active Compounds
Polysaccharides and Lentinan
Options
Shiitake Extract – Hot Water Extracted (1:1)
Shiitake Extract – Hot Water Extracted (2:1)
Shiitake Extract – Dual Extracted (2.3:1)
Shiitake Extract – CO2 extracted (30%)
Details
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Botanical Name |
Lentinula edodes |
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Suggested Use |
N/A |
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Forms Available |
Gummies, capsules, powders, beverages, and functional foods |
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Potencies |
1:1, 2:1, 2.3:1, 30% |
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Packaging Sizes |
1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg |
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CAS Number |
37339-90-5 |
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Origin |
Canada |
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Method |
SFE CO2 Extract |
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Solubility |
Water dispersible |
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Cultivation |
N/A |
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Plant Part |
Mycelium and Fruiting Bodies |
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Appearance |
Free-flowing light brown to beige powder |
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Shipping Restriction |
N/A |
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Shelf Life |
3 years when stored in a sealed container at ambient conditions |
Dosage Guidelines
Nutraceutical
Shiitake extract is typically used at 500 mg to 2,000 mg per day, depending on the desired concentration of Lentinan and polysaccharides. It is commonly formulated into capsules, tablets, mushroom blends, wellness shots, and ready-to-mix powders.
Nutraceutical
Used in immune-support and heart-health formulations including capsules, tablets, and daily mushroom blends.
Functional Food
Ideal for wellness shots, powdered drink mixes, and designed to support healthy immune function and cardiovascular wellness