Konjac Glucomannan is a botanical extract derived from Amorphophallus konjac tuber, standardized to Glucomannan fiber. With CAS registry number 37220-17-0, this ingredient belongs to the Carb & Fat Absorption Blockers category of weight management actives. Glucomannan absorbs 50ร its dry weight in water, forming viscous gel in stomach: (1) Physical gastric fullness โ reduces calorie intake 10-20%; (2) Delays gastric emptying โ prolonged satiety; (3) Envelopes carbs/fats โ slows absorption; (4) Binds bile acids โ reduces LDL cholesterol reabsorption. FDA approved health claim for cholesterol. As a B2B manufacturer, Shaanxi Baisifu Biological Engineering Co., Ltd. supplies Konjac Glucomannan in bulk quantities with full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring consistent Glucomannan fiber content and regulatory compliance for dietary supplement, functional food, and nutraceutical applications.
Standard specifications for Konjac Glucomannan bulk supply from Baisifu:
Glucomannan absorbs 50ร its dry weight in water, forming viscous gel in stomach: (1) Physical gastric fullness โ reduces calorie intake 10-20%; (2) Delays gastric emptying โ prolonged satiety; (3) Envelopes carbs/fats โ slows absorption; (4) Binds bile acids โ reduces LDL cholesterol reabsorption. FDA approved health claim for cholesterol.
Level I. FDA approved health claim for cholesterol. Onakpoya et al. (2014) meta-analysis found 0.64 kg weight loss over 5 weeks. Effect modest but reliable. Best combined with other ingredients.
โ Choking hazard for tablets โ FDA warning after esophageal obstruction incidents. Capsule/powder strongly preferred. Take with โฅ250 mL water per dose. May reduce medication absorption โ take meds 1 hour before or 4 hours after. Flatulence common initially.
Shaanxi Baisifu Biological Engineering Co., Ltd. manufactures and supplies Konjac Glucomannan (CAS 37220-17-0) in bulk quantities for: โข Dietary supplement manufacturers (capsules, softgels, tablets, powders)
โข Functional food & beverage producers
โข Nutraceutical brands seeking Glucomannan fiber standardized ingredient
โข Cosmetics companies (anti-cellulite, metabolic support topical) Each batch includes full Certificate of Analysis (COA) with:
โข Glucomannan fiber content verification (HPLC/UV)
โข Heavy metals, microbial, moisture compliance
โข Pesticide residue testing (where applicable)
โข Stability data and shelf life confirmation Available forms: powder extract, oil-based softgel fill, microencapsulated powder
Minimum order: 1 kg (sample quantities available)
Lead time: 7โ15 business days
Packaging: 25 kg/drum, double-layer PE bag + fiber drum, nitrogen flush available
Q1: Why capsule form over tablets?
Tablets can swell in esophagus before reaching stomach โ choking hazard. FDA documented serious incidents. Capsules/powder dissolve safely in stomach.
Q2: How much water with glucomannan?
โฅ250 mL per 1 g dose. Without adequate water, fiber cannot hydrate and may cause GI obstruction.
Q3: Can combine with other weight-loss extracts?
Yes โ glucomannan provides satiety/fiber component while other extracts (green tea, garcinia) provide metabolic enhancement. Most commercially successful B2B formula strategy.
For complementary weight management formulations, consider combining Konjac Glucomannan with: Chitosan, Garcinia Cambogia Extract, Green Tea Extract, Gymnema Sylvestre Extract. Multi-ingredient stacks targeting different mechanisms (lipase inhibition, AMPK activation, thermogenesis, appetite suppression) produce synergistic effects superior to single-ingredient products.
About Baisifu: Shaanxi Baisifu Biological Engineering Co., Ltd. (No.69, Jinye Road, Xi'an, 710065, Shaanxi, China | Tel: 0086-29-81110978) is a GMP/ISO-certified manufacturer of botanical extracts, food flavors, amino acids, peptides, and biopesticides with 1,000+ products exported to US/EU B2B markets.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational and B2B product development purposes only. Konjac Glucomannan (CAS 37220-17-0) is a raw ingredient for dietary supplement and functional food formulation, not a finished consumer product. Claims cited are from published research and regulatory approvals โ they do not constitute medical advice or guarantee specific outcomes. Consult regulatory experts for target market compliance.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Glucomannan | โฅ90% |
| Viscosity | โฅ30,000 mPaยทs (1% solution) |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Solubility | Highly water-soluble (swells 50ร) |
| Particle Size | 100 mesh |
| Moisture | โค8% |
| Heavy Metals | โค10 ppm |
| Total Ash | โค3% |
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