Himematsutake, Agaricus blazei Mushroom Powder (Pure Beta Glucan >30%, Agaricus blazei Murill)
Himematsutake, Agaricus blazei Mushroom Powder fruitbody powder standardized to Pure Beta Glucan >30% is a Agaricus blazei Murill ingredient for food supplements and functional foods. It offers a clear beta-glucan marker from fruiting body material instead of a vague mushroom blend. Based on current research, this mushroom is most often used for immune balance and metabolic-wellness mushroom support. It works best in capsules, tablets, sachets, powder beverage blends, and multi-mushroom formulas. Quality limits are controlled for moisture <9.0, total ash <9.0, heavy metals, pesticide residue
| Benefit | Typical study dose* | What this usually means in practice | Evidence basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Often used for immune balance | Often around 0.5-3.0 g/day in repeated-use formats | Agaricus blazei is widely positioned in immune-focused products, but claims should remain in a general wellness frame and not borrow clinical language from unrelated extract systems. This works best when the serving size can deliver a useful amount in the finished product. | Traditional use, preclinical rationale, limited human data |
| 2 Suitable for metabolic-wellness formulas | Commonly within 500-3000 mg/day (0.5-3.0 g/day) | The ingredient also fits metabolic-wellness positioning, though evidence depth varies and should be communicated cautiously. This works best when the serving size can deliver a useful amount in the finished product. | Limited human plus preclinical literature |
| 3 Works best in products that can deliver enough per serving | Practical finished-product range 500-3000 mg/day (0.5-3.0 g/day) | The fruitbody powder format works best when the finished serving can realistically deliver a meaningful mushroom dose without forcing the formula into an impractical fill weight. This works best when the serving size can deliver a useful amount in the finished product. | Dosage-form practicality and serving design |
*Study doses in the literature may use species-specific powders or extracts rather than this exact batch. For this shop SKU, a practical general range is 500-3000 mg/day unless the finished formula supports a different serving size.
How it works
- Standardized beta-glucan marker: The beta-glucan specification above 30% gives formulators a measurable polysaccharide marker for batch control and claim discipline.
- Species-specific fruitbody matrix: This material is best framed as a whole-fruiting-body powder, not as a narrowly purified pharmacological fraction.
- Finished-product serving reality: For mushroom powders, the main technical decision is usually realistic serving design and sensory fit, not exotic chemical stabilization.
How to use and key cautions
- Usual supplemental range: A practical general range is 500-3000 mg/day (0.5-3.0 g/day).
- Best product formats: Best fit is capsules, tablets, sachets, powder beverage blends, and multi-mushroom formulas; choose formats that can deliver the target serving without making the product too bulky or hard to mix.
- Formulation advice: Best fit is in capsules, tablets, sachets, and powder blends; use adequate serving space if the mushroom is intended to be a hero ingredient.
- Processing and taste: Preblend evenly, protect from humidity, and use compatible flavor systems if the formula includes other earthy mushrooms.
- Who should use extra caution: Use medical oversight in people with immune-related treatment plans, glucose-lowering therapy, or pregnancy/lactation; avoid disease claims.
- light brown to brown powder
- Room (25-40C)
- 24 Months from manufacturing or testing date.
- 500mg - 3000mg
- 1000mg
- 500mg - 3000mg
- 1000mg
- Powder mixing for food/beverage (oil‑phase disperse or glycol premix)
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| Test Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Pure Beta Glucan (%) | >30 |
| Moisture (%) | <9.0 |
| Total Ash (%) | <9.0 |
| Arsenic (ppm) | <1.0 |
| Lead (ppm) | <1.0 |
| Cadmium (ppm) | <2.0 |
| Mercury (ppm) | <0.1 |
| Pesticide Residue | <LOQ |
| Total Plate Count (CFU/g) | <10000 |
| Mold and Yeast (CFU/g) | <1000 |
| Coliforms (CFU/g) | <10 |
| Pathogenic Bacteria | Not detected/25g |