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AMLA EXTRACT
PRODUCT DATA
Amla, Emblica officinalis, is commonly
known as "Indian Gooseberry" which is indigenous to India.
Amla Extract is prepared from Amla fruit by a hydro-alcoholic extraction
process. This unique process retains all of the qualities of Amla.
Amla fruit is rich in natural Vitamin C; the most bioavailable form of
Vitamin C of any source. It helps to lower cholesterol levels, prevent
indigestion and control acidity.
Amla also helps to stop premature graying or hair loss, encourages nail and
hair growth, cleanses the intestine and regulates blood sugar.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition:
Dried extract of Amla,
Phyllanthus emblica
Common / Ayurvedic name:
Amla
Appearance:
Dried brown powder
Plant Part:
Fruits & Leaves
Odor/ Taste:
Characteristic
Herb to Extract Ratio:
8:1
Excipients
≤ 2%
Silicone dioxide
Particle Size:
95% through 30 mesh
Bulk Density:
0.58 g/ml (≥
0.4 g/ml)
Solubility:
Water
Shelf
Life:
Three years under cool and dry conditions
ITEMS
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Identification
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HPTLC verification
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Loss on Drying
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≤ 5%
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Water Soluble Extractives
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≥ 75%
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pH
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2 - 5
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Heavy Metals
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≤ 10 ppm
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Arsenic
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≤ 2 ppm
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Lead
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≤ 2 ppm
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Cadmium
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≤ 0.2 ppm
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Ash
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≤ 12 %
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Assay (Tannins by Titration)
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≥ 45%
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Microbiological Analysis
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Total Plate Count
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≤ 1,000 CFU/g
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Yeast / Mold
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≤ 100 CFU/g
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E-Coli
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Negative
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Salmonella
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Negative
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Staph
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Negative
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Coliform
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Negative
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