Dried Cuttlebone Hai Piao Xiao 500g Whole Cuttlefish Bone for Pet Use and Traditional Herbal Applications

Dried Cuttlebone, known in TCM as Hai Piao Xiao (海螵蛸), is the dried internal shell of cuttlefish, commonly identified with Sepiella maindroni or Sepia esculenta. This 500g bulk lot consists of large whole bones that have been cleaned and sun-dried. Traditionally associated with astringent and stomach-supporting properties in Chinese herbal practice, it is widely supplied as a raw material for pet supplements, bird calcium sources, and herbal preparations. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried cuttlefish bone supplied as a raw agricultural product
• Known in TCM as Hai Piao Xiao (海螵蛸) with established traditional applications
• Large whole bones suitable for grinding, crushing, or direct pet use
• Sun-dried processing with no chemical additives
• 500g bulk pack ideal for workshops, pet owners, and herbal suppliers

Quality & Sensory

Typically white to off-white with a lightweight, porous, and slightly chalky texture. The surface is hard while the inner layer is softer and easily powdered. It is odorless with a faintly salty, bland taste when ground.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Ground as a calcium-rich supplement for pet birds and reptiles
• Provided as a natural chewing material for caged birds
• Used as a raw ingredient in traditional herbal decoctions under professional guidance
• Incorporated into external herbal powders in folk practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Hai Piao Xiao is traditionally associated with astringent, stomach-protecting, and hemostatic properties. It has historically been decocted alone or combined with herbs such as Pu Huang or Bai Ji in classical formulas. In folk practice, powdered cuttlebone has also been applied topically. Professional consultation is advised before any internal or external use.

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