- 1. Is Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 safe for consumption?The heavy metals content in this product is within limit and complies with CA Prop 65. Hence, this Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 provided by us is safe for consumption.
- 2. How is Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 qualified based on microbial parameters?We make sure the microbial parameters in our products abide by the microbial limits charted out by the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA). Our products are tested for total plate count (TPC), E. Coli & Salmonella, and yeast and mold.
- 3. Which heavy metals are considered for qualifying this Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1? Why?We test our products for the presence of heavy metals including cadmium, arsenic, mercury, and lead as these are known as carcinogens and considered harmful for human consumption beyond certain limits. We also make sure our products abide by California prop 65 regulations for lead content below 0.5 ppm levels.
- 4. What is the identification method used in this product?The identification method used for this product is TLC. However, other methods like UV, GV, and HPLC can also be used.
- 5. What is the mesh size of Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1?This Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 passes 100% through 80 mesh. We can also provide this product in different mesh size, as per clients’ requirements.
- 6. What is appearance of this Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1?The Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 provided by us is brown in colour with a characteristic flavour and aroma.
- 7. Is E. coli & Salmonella present in the Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 provided by you?No, E. coli & Salmonella are not present in the Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 provided by us.
- 8. What is the acceptable moisture content in the Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 provided by you?The moisture content in our Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 is below 10%. This offers better control over microbial growth and increases the overall shelf life.
- 9. What is the biological source of Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1?The biological source of Buchu leaf extract powder 10:1 is Agathosma betulina.
Buchu Leaf Extract powder 10:1
Botanical Name: Agathosma betulina
Plant Part Used: Leaves
Processing Method: Extraction
Buchu or bookoo is an aromatic herb belonging to the Rutaceae family. These shrubs are indigenous to South Africa but grown in parts of South America. It has leathery leaves containing various vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids. It is added to food as a flavouring agent and is used for preparing medicine. This herb is quite helpful for removing toxins from the body and healing wounds faster