Psyllium husk (Plantago ovata)
Ispaghula husk · Plantago ovata Forssk. seed husk · Isabgol
CAS8063-16-9
Psyllium husk is the seed husk of Plantago ovata, a mucilage-rich source of soluble dietary fibre grown mainly in Gujarat and Rajasthan, India. It is specified by purity, swelling index, particle size and microbiology.
Technical data
- CAS number
- 8063-16-9
- Pharmacopoeia / standards
- Ph. Eur. (Ispaghula husk) · USP (Psyllium husk)
- Grade
- 95%, 98% and 99% purity; whole husk or powder; food and pharmacopoeial grades
- Appearance
- Pinkish-white to beige flakes or fine powder
- Typical packaging
- 25 kg multi-wall paper or woven PP bags with PE liner
Documents we provide
- Specification and batch CoA
- Swelling index and purity data
- Ethylene oxide and 2-chloroethanol results (accredited lab)
- Pesticide residues (Reg. (EC) 396/2005)
- Heavy metals and contaminants (Reg. (EU) 2023/915)
- Origin, non-irradiation, allergen and GMO statements
- Food-safety certificate of the processor
Typical package. The final list depends on the manufacturer and your specification.
Applications
Soluble-fibre ingredient for food supplements and foods; pharmacopoeial grade for medicinal products.
Regulatory notes
Food ingredient subject to EU contaminant limits (Reg. (EU) 2023/915) and pesticide MRLs (Reg. (EC) 396/2005). We require ethylene oxide results for every batch.
Quick answers
What is the CAS number of Psyllium husk?
The CAS number of Psyllium husk is 8063-16-9.
Which documents come with Psyllium husk from Green Future Clinics?
The typical package includes: Specification and batch CoA; Swelling index and purity data; Ethylene oxide and 2-chloroethanol results (accredited lab); Pesticide residues (Reg. (EC) 396/2005). The final list depends on the manufacturer and on your specification.
Which grade of Psyllium husk is available?
95%, 98% and 99% purity; whole husk or powder; food and pharmacopoeial grades. Reference standards: Ph. Eur. (Ispaghula husk), USP (Psyllium husk).
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