Product Overview
Caralluma fimbriata is a succulent plant, resembling a cactus, indigenous to India. In its native habitat, it grows wild and is frequently utilized as a garden border. Its natural range also extends to Africa, Saudi Arabia, the Canary Islands, Afghanistan, and parts of southern Europe. Our Caralluma Fimbriata extract powder is derived from this unique plant.
Key Benefits
Traditionally recognized as a natural appetite suppressant, Caralluma fimbriata is valued for its properties that may help manage hunger and contribute to energy levels.
Analytical Profile
| Analysis | Description / Test Method |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Powder / Extract Microscopy |
| Loss on Drying | <5% (Dryer) |
| Ash | <5% (Dryer) |
| Bulk Density | 0.50-0.68 g/ml (Ph. Eur. 2.9.34) |
| Arsenic (As) | < 2 ppm (ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14) |
| Cadmium (Cd) | < 2 ppm (ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14) |
| Lead (Pb) | < 2 ppm (ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14) |
| Mercury (Hg) | < 0.5 ppm (ICP-MS/AOAC 993.14) |
Microbiological Specifications
| Analysis | Test Method |
|---|---|
| Total Plate Count | < 3,000 cfu/g (AOAC 990.12) |
| Total Yeast & Mold | < 300 cfu/g (AOAC 997.02) |
| E. Coli | < 10 cfu/g (AOAC 991.14) |
| Coliforms | < 10 cfu/g (AOAC 991.14) |
| Salmonella | Negative (ELFA-AOAC) |
| Staphylococcus | < 10 cfu/g (AOAC 2003.07) |
GMO Declaration
We affirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not been produced from or with genetically modified plant material.
By-Products & Impurities Disclosure
We hereby certify that, to the best of our knowledge, this product does not contain and was not manufactured with any of the following substances:
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
- Solvents and Residual Solvents
Gluten-Free Assurance
We certify that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is gluten-free and was not manufactured using any ingredients containing gluten.
BSE/TSE Confirmation
We confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is free from Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE).
Cruelty-Free Pledge
We declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not undergone any animal testing.
Kosher Certification
We confirm that this product adheres to Kosher certification standards.
Vegan Certification
We confirm that this product adheres to Vegan certification standards.
Food Allergen Information
| Component Present in the product | Status |
|---|---|
| Peanuts (and/or derivatives, e.g., protein oil) | No |
| Tree Nuts (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Seeds (Mustard, Sesame) (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Kamut or their hybrids | No |
| Gluten | No |
| Soybeans (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Dairy (including lactose) or Eggs | No |
| Fish or their products | No |
| Shellfish or their products | No |
| Celery (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Lupin (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Sulphites (and derivatives) (added or > 10 ppm) | No |
For inquiries and orders, please contact Extract Warehouse at [email protected].
