Ashwagandha extract contains alkaloids, steroid lactones, withanolides and iron.
Alkaloids have the functions of sedating pain and lowering blood pressure.
Withanolides has anti-inflammatory effects and can inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
The Ashwagandha extract we produce comes from the rhizomes of Withania somnifera, the content of Withanolides is between 2% and 5%, and the ratio of extract: 10:1 20:1.
Product Name: | Ashwagandha Root Extract Powder |
Botanical Source: | Withania somnifera |
Spec./Purity: | 2.5% 5% withanolides, 10:1 20:1 |
Appearance: | Brown powder |
Shelf Life: | 2 years |
1. Improve human immunity and strengthen the body.
2. Improve sexual function.
3. Lower cholesterol.
4. Antioxidant. Repel free radicals.
5. Sedative effect.
Analysis | Specification | Result | Method |
Physical Description | |||
Appearance | Light brown to dark brown powder | Brown powder | Organoleptic |
Particle size | 95% pass 80 mesh | 99% pass 80 mesh | USP<786> |
Untapped bulk density | 0.25g/ml Min | 0.46g/ml | USP<616> |
Tapped bulk density | 0.30g/ml Min | 0.65g/ml | USP<616> |
Chemical Tests | |||
Identification | HPLC | HPLC | TM/0575 |
Assay (Withanolides)
| 5.0% Min | 5.11% | HPLC |
Loss on drying | 8.0% Max | 5.3% | USP<731> |
Residue on Ignition | 20.0% Max | 2.96% | USP<281> |
Heavy metals | ICP-OES | ||
Lead (Pb) | 2.0ppm Max | <2.0ppm | USP<233> |
Arsenic (As) | 2.0ppm Max | <2.0ppm | USP<233> |
Mercury (Hg) | 0.3ppm Max | <0.3ppm | USP<233> |
Cadmium (Cd) | 0.1ppm Max | <0.1ppm | USP<233> |
Microbiology Control | |||
Total plate count | 1000cfu/g Max | <1000cfu/g | USP<2021> |
Yeast & Mold | 100cfu/g Max | <100cfu/g | USP<2021> |
Eschenchia coli | Negative | Negative | USP<2022> |
Salmonella spp. | Negative | | USP<2021> |
Coliforms | Negative | | USP<2021> |
Conclusion | Complies with the in-house standards. | ||
General Status | Non-GMO, ISO Certificated. | ||
Packing and Storage | |||
Packing: Pack in paper-carton and two plastic-bags inside. | |||
Shelf life: 2 year when properly stored. | |||
Storage: Store in a well-closed place with constant low temperature and no direct sun light. |