Policosanol is a natural supplement derived from sugar cane. It is a mixture of eight higher primary aliphatic alcohols isolated and purified from sugar cane wax. Policosanol promotes healthy platelet function and helps to maintain cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range. Animal and human studies have also shown that policosanol is an antioxidant. Policosanol Appearance: white powder Odor: Characteristic Source: Sugar Cane Wax Analysis by GC Total Alcohols > 90% Octacosanol > 60%