Polyporus (extract, powder and capsules)
Polyporus has been valued in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its natural antibiotic properties. In fact, even the ancient mummy Ötzi was found carrying birch polypore—a close relative of Polyporus—likely as protection against infections. But the benefits of this mushroom go far beyond that.
We offer Polyporus in extract, powder, or convenient capsule form – choose what works best for you.
Properties and ingredients of the polyporus medicinal mushroom
Polyporus has been treasured in Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years and has since earned global recognition as both a culinary and medicinal mushroom. It thrives in temperate regions of Europe and Asia, often forming large, dense clusters of hundreds of fruiting bodies—a truly striking natural display.
Polyporus umbellatus is rich in essential minerals like calcium, potassium, and iron, along with trace elements including copper, manganese, and zinc. It also provides key vitamins such as niacin and folic acid, and features beneficial compounds like polypeptides, polysaccharides, ergosterol, and biotin.
Polyporus use cases in research and practice
Like several other medicinal mushrooms, Polyporus is packed with compounds that act as antioxidants and help support and enhance immune function. What makes it especially intriguing to researchers—and quite a few others—is its potential role in promoting hair growth.
Our offering of polyporus extract, powder and capsules
We use only the pure polyporus fruiting body in all of our products. We never add mycelium or grain fillers to our raw materials.
| PRODUCT | QUALITY | MOQ | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extract* | Organic | 1 kg | Per quote |
| Extract* | Conv. | 1 kg | Per quote |
| Powder | Organic | 5 kg | Per quote |
| Extract capsules | Organic | 2000 pieces | Per quote |
| Powder capsules | Organic | 2000 pieces | Per quote |
*Standardized for 30% polysaccharides.
Product Specifications
Capsules
Alongside mushroom extract or powder, these capsules also include organic acerola extract, known for its exceptionally high vitamin C content. Research indicates that vitamin C greatly enhances the body's ability to absorb the active compounds in medicinal mushroom extracts. The capsule shell is made from hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, making it entirely vegan.
Packaging
Powders and extracts are available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg containers, capsules in 2000 pieces/bag. All orders of 1 or 5 kg are packed in PE bags in a bucket, 25 kg orders come in a paper drum.
Shelf life and storage conditions
For extracts and powders: 4 years when properly stored: at room temperature or lower, in a tightly closed package that keeps the raw materials protected from light, humidity and insects. For capsules: 48 months after production date when properly stored: at a dry, cool place (room temperature or lower) and protected from sunlight.
Production methods
The mushroom fruiting bodies are ground, passed through metal detection, then subjected to hot water extraction. The liquid extract is centrifuged and spray-dried. The typical extraction ratio ranges from 8:1 to 11:1. We standardize all extracts to contain 30% polysaccharides.
Powder: The mushroom fruiting bodies are simply ground and screened for metal contaminants.
Capsules: The process involves weighing the raw materials (either powder or extract), blending them thoroughly, encapsulating the mixture, and cleaning the finished capsules.
Cultivation and growing material
We grow our mushrooms in their natural habitat, the Chinese highlands, and rely on the expertise of local farmers. Chaga is one of our mushroom species that we don’t grow, but harvest from birch trees in northeastern China. The organic collection is done according to the actual valid EU regulations.
Powder Nutritional values per 100 g
Energy: 1533 KJ/ 365 kcal
Fat: 6,8 g; of which saturated fatty acids 1,5 g
Carbohydrates: 15,2 g; of which sugars 9,3 g
Fiber: 16,3 g
Protein: 52,5 g
Sodium: 0,01 g
Food grade status
The products are suitable and safe for human consumption according to actual EU regulations (178/2002). According to the EU’s Novel Food Regulation (2015/2283), chaga extracts and powders can be used as food supplements. You should still contact the appropriate authorities in your country to ensure that you can market and sell our raw materials.
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