EGCG (TEAVIGO™)

The most active component of green tea in pure form

Green tea -- well known for its health benefits

In Asian countries, green tea is well known for its health benefits and is traditionally used for detoxification, improvement of blood flow and overall improvement of resistance to disease.

EGCG - The major active health component of green tea

Recent scientific data demonstrate that the substance called EpiGalloCatechin Gallate (EGCG) plays an important role in the prevention of a wide array of diseases including cardiovascular conditions and cancer as well as gastrointestinal disorders, periodontal disease and dental cavities. Pure EGCG is one of the most active components of green tea. It is a natural and high effective antioxidant, which removes free radicals. It is also

• antiatherogenic
• antithrombotic
• antimicrobial
• anti-inflammatory
• antiangiogenic
• glucostatic

Natural and Pure

Using patented and innovative technology, DSM Nutritional Products extracts EGCG from green tea. The result is leads to a natural compound with a purity of 95%: TEAVIGO™.

High quality and proven safety

With TEAVIGO™, DSM Nutritional Products offers a product of superior and consistent quality, free of pesticides and herbicides. Safety is a critical factor for us when bringing a new ingredient to the market. We have invested in an extensive safety program to document the safety of TEAVIGO™.

Superior sensory properties for food applications

Unlike common tea extracts, TEAVIGO™ is nearly colorless and does not have a bitter taste. TEAVIGO™ being a very pure and defined substance, end products can be enriched without the colour or taste being affected. TEAVIGO™ can widely be used for beverages, solid foods and the dietary supplement industry.

TEAVIGO™ has been launched in Asia, China and Latin America. For further information please contact your DSM representative or read the brochure on TEAVIGO™.