- 1. Is this product suitable for vegans?The organic calendula powder that we provide is derived from plants. Hence, it is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians.
- 2. Does it contain any pesticide?No pesticides are used in the organic calendula powder that we provide. Our Products are tested for the presence of pesticides as per the USDA 561 list of prohibited pesticides and European Union Minimum Residual limits (MRLs), in globally recognized third-party labs like Eurofins, SGS &TUV.
- 3. Is this product gluten-free?Yes, the organic calendula powder that we provide is gluten-free.
- 4. Does this product comply with CA prop 65?Yes, the heavy metals content is within limit and comply with CA Prop 65.
- 5. Does this product have any heavy metals?The heavy metals present in our product is within the allowable limit. 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.
- 6. Is this product ETO treated or irradiated?We do not supply Irradiated or ETA treated calendula powder in order to maintain the organic integrity of our products.
- 7. What is the content of lead in this product?We also make sure our products abide by California prop 65 regulations for lead content below 0.5 ppm levels.
- 8. Is Organic Calendula Powder BSE/TSE Free?Yes, the organic calendula powder that we provide is free from Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) & Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSE).
- 9. What is the Moisture Content in Organic Calendula Powder which you provide?The moisture content in our organic calendula powder is below 5%. This offers better control over microbial growth and increases the overall shelf life.
- 10. How do you qualify this product 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.
- 11. Is Salmonella or E. coli present in Organic Calendula Powder?No, E. coli & salmonella are not present in the organic calendula powder that we provide.
Organic Calendula Powder
Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis
Forms Available: Dried flowers, whole
Also known as pot marigold, calendula is native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean, Macaronesia, and Asia. This perennial herbaceous plant belongs to the family of Asteraceae and generally grows up to a height of around 1 to 2 feet. Known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, antidiabetic, anti-thrombogenic, neuroprotective, and anticancer properties, calendula has long been used in Unani and Ayurvedic practices. It is also used as a spice and in the manufacture of various cosmetic products including body creams, shampoos, and soaps.