Vitex negundo leaf cell extract for antibacterial and gum-protecting oral care ingredients
Vitex negundo Leaf Cell Extract is a plant-based oral care ingredient combining traditional Chinese medicine concepts with modern biotechnology. It provides antibacterial activity against key oral bacteria, supports gingival comfort and oral mucosa protection, helps improve halitosis for fresher breath, and supports a balanced oral microbiota. Suitable for enhancing existing oral care formulations or developing new natural botanical product lines.
Overview
Vitex negundo Leaf Cell Extract is presented as a plant-based ingredient for oral care, drawing on traditional Chinese medicine and advanced biotechnology. It is positioned to deliver natural antibacterial activity, gingival soothing, fresh-breath support, and balanced oral microbiota. The ingredient is intended to enhance existing oral care formulations such as toothpastes, mouthwashes, and sprays, or to support development of a new series focused on natural botanical ingredients. With consumer demand for natural products, it is described as offering a competitive advantage in oral care.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Exhibits natural antibacterial action against five key oral bacteria, reducing Streptococcus mutans by over 99.99%
- Soothes gingival discomfort and helps protect oral mucosa
- Supports fresh breath by improving halitosis
- Offers potential for anti-sensitivity and gum protection product concepts
- Fully tested for safety, with third-party validations supporting R&D, compliance, and marketing efforts
Technology readiness level
This ingredient is stated to have reached Technology Readiness Level 9, indicating full validation, industrialization capability, and readiness for commercial deployment. Product samples are available for field trials, with technical guidance and large-scale deployment planned based on trial results and feedback.
About UNIPROMA
Established in 2005, Uniproma is a developer and manufacturer of professional chemicals, focusing on ingredients for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemical industries. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including supramolecular smart-assembling, recombinant biosynthesis, and enzymatic biocatalysis, to create innovative ingredients such as UV filters, skin brighteners, anti-aging agents, and moisturizers. Their product development emphasizes efficacy, sustainability, and quality compliance with GMP, ECOCERT, and EFfCI standards.
By leveraging global R&D and production centers, Uniproma supplies beauty and personal care brands worldwide. The company addresses common formulation challenges—such as stability, solubility, and bioavailability—through proprietary systems like the ADI Multi-Dimensional Transdermal System. Their commitment to global service is supported by local operations and logistics networks in Europe, Asia, and Australia, ensuring efficient delivery and regulatory compliance for diverse international markets.
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