Er Cha Powder Catechu Fine Ground Herbal Powder 500g Traditional TCM Use

Catechu Powder, known in TCM as Er Cha (儿茶), is a fine ground herbal powder traditionally prepared from the dried heartwood extract of Acacia catechu. In TCM theory it is considered bitter and slightly cold, traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting oral and skin care applications. This 500g pack is sold as a food-grade raw botanical powder for external or professional use under practitioner guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Fine ground Er Cha powder with a smooth consistent texture
• Sourced from Yunnan and processed by simple grinding
• Traditional TCM botanical known as Er Cha (儿茶)
• 500g bulk-friendly pack suitable for wholesale and retail
• Commonly used in traditional external applications and herbal formulas

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically reddish-brown to dark brown with a fine, dense texture and a slightly astringent, bitter taste. It has a faint woody aroma typical of catechu extract.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External topical use in traditional herbal pastes and washes
• Incorporated into practitioner-guided herbal formulas
• Traditional oral care rinses prepared under professional guidance
• Bulk supply for herbal shops and apothecaries

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Er Cha has traditionally been applied externally for oral and skin care and included in topical formulas. It is traditionally associated with astringent and heat-clearing properties. Historically it was also combined with other herbs in powders and pastes. Use should follow practitioner guidance, as the product label advises consulting a physician.

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