Moringa powder is derived from dried Moringa oleifera leaves and is widely used in food, health supplements, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications. Below are the general specifications for moringa powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Fresh green (indicating good quality)
Odor & Taste: Characteristic mild moringa aroma and taste, free from off-odors
Fulle's Earth, also known as Multani Mitti, is a natural clay material primarily composed of hydrous aluminum silicates. It is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, industrial applications, and oil refining.
Below are the general specifications for Fuller's Earth powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Off-white, cream, beige, or brown (depends on mineral content)
Odor: Odorless or slight earthy smell
Texture: Smooth, soft, and non-gritty
Moisture Content: Max 5-10%
pH (10% solution): 7.5 - 9.5 (mildly alkaline)
Bulk Density: 0.50 - 0.90 g/cm
Chemical Composition:
Silica (SiO): 40-60%
Alumina (AlO): 10-20%
Magnesium Oxide (MgO): 2-10%
Calcium Oxide (CaO): 0.5-3%
Iron Oxide (FeO): 1-5%
Titanium Dioxide (TiO): 0.5-2%
Sodium & Potassium Oxides (NaO & KO): 0.5-3%
Loss on Ignition (LOI): Max 10%
Particle Size & Absorption Capacity:
Particle Size:
100% passing through 100 mesh (150 microns)
Available in customized mesh sizes (50, 100, 200 mesh)
Aloe vera powder is a fine, dehydrated form of aloe vera extract, derived from the inner gel or whole leaf of the Aloe barbadensis miller plant. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical industries due to its rich bioactive compounds and health benefits. Below are the general specifications for aloe vera powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Off-white to light beige
Odor: Mild, characteristic of aloe vera
Taste: Slightly bitter
Mesh Size: 80-200 mesh
Solubility:
Water-soluble (spray-dried aloe vera powder)
Partially soluble (freeze-dried aloe vera powder)
pH (1% Solution): 4.0 - 5.5
Chemical & Nutritional Composition (Per 100g):
Moisture Content: Max 5%
Polysaccharides (Acemannan): 10-30% (varies by quality)
Ajwain seeds (Trachyspermum ammi), also known as carom seeds, are widely used as a spice and medicinal herb due to their strong aroma and digestive properties.
Below are the general specifications for ajwain seeds:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Small, oval-shaped seeds with ridges
Color: Greenish-brown to dark brown
Odor & Taste: Strong, thyme-like aroma with a pungent, bitter taste
Size: 1-2 mm in length
Purity: Min 99% (export quality)
Admixture: Max 1%
Foreign Matter: Max 1%
Immature, Shrivelled & Weevilled Seeds: Max 2%
Chemical & Nutritional Composition (Per 100g):
Moisture Content: Max 10%
Essential Oil Content (Thymol): 2-5%
Protein: 15-20%
Carbohydrates: 35-50%
Dietary Fiber: 10-15%
Fat Content: 15-25%
Ash Content: Max 7%
Calcium (Ca): 1000-1500 mg
Iron (Fe): 10-20 mg
Thymol Content: 30-60% of the essential oil
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 50,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 500 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli & Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.2 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.1 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.05 ppm
Pesticide Residues: As per international standards (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Artificial Colors & Preservatives: Must be absent
Applications of Ajwain Seeds:
Food Industry: Used in Indian cuisine, spice blends, pickles, and bread
Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used for digestion, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties
Essential Oil Extraction: Thymol-rich oil is used in medicines and cosmetics
Animal Feed: Used as a natural digestive aid for livestock
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