Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Insect Molt Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction 500g

Cicada Slough, known in TCM as Chan Tui (蝉蜕), is the shed outer shell of the cicada, a well-established animal-derived material in traditional Chinese herbal practice. Sold as dried whole molts, it is traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat and benefiting the eyes and voice in TCM theory. Light and papery in texture, it is typically simmered in decoctions or ground for external applications. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried cicada slough, a classic animal-derived material in the Chinese materia medica
• Known in TCM as Chan Tui (蝉蜕), traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat
• Whole intact molts, light and papery, suitable for decoction or grinding
• Traditionally used in formulas for skin, throat, and eye-related patterns in TCM theory
• Convenient 500g pack, easy to store in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

Typically light yellow to brownish, hollow and papery in texture, with a faint earthy aroma. When simmered, it yields a mild, slightly grassy infusion with no strong taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Ground into powder for external topical applications
• Combined with other herbs in TCM formulas
• Used in seasonal herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chan Tui is traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat, benefiting the throat and voice, and clearing the eyes. It is commonly paired with herbs like Ju Hua (chrysanthemum) or Bo He (mint) in classical formulas. Traditionally simmered in decoctions or ground for external use, it has long been part of seasonal herbal practice.

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