Guarana Extract | Natural Stimulant | Paullinia cupana

Product Name: Guarana Extract (Paullinia cupana)
Source: Seeds of guarana (Paullinia cupana)
Active Components: Caffeine (C₈H₁₀N₄O₂), theobromine, theophylline (methylxanthines), polyphenols, tannins
Standardized Caffeine Content: 10–22%
Appearance: Brown to dark brown powder
Solubility: Freely soluble in water and water-alcohol mixtures
Stability: Store in tightly sealed containers, away from light and high temperatures

1. Introduction

Guarana seed extract (Paullinia cupana) contains natural methylxanthines (caffeine, theobromine, theophylline), as well as polyphenols and tannins. It possesses tonic, nootropic, and antioxidant effects.

In traditional South American medicine, guarana has been used to enhance physical and mental performance. Modern extract standards provide a caffeine content of 10–22%.

2. Production

Extraction by maceration or boiling of seed powder in water/alcohol, filtration, concentration, and drying (spray drying or lyophilization).

3. Properties

• Appearance: Brown to dark brown powder

• Solubility: Freely soluble in water and water-alcohol mixtures

• Standardized caffeine content: 10–22%

• Stability: Store in tightly sealed containers, away from light and high temperatures

4. Applications

• Energy dietary supplements

• Sports nutrition for endurance enhancement

• Nootropic formulas for improved concentration

• Antioxidant and anti-cellulite cosmetics

5. Conclusion

Guarana extract is a natural stimulant with additional nootropic and antioxidant effects. The maximum daily dose of caffeine from all sources should not exceed 200 mg for adults.