PSYLLIUM HUSK

Common Names of Psyllium:

Plantago Psyllium, Isaphgol, Plantago sp., Isabgula, Plantaginis Ovatae Testa Flea, ispaghula, Spogel

Botanical Names of Psyllium

Plantago Ovata, Plantago Ispaghula

Description Psyllium Husk 85% Psyllium Husk 95% Psyllium Husk 98% Psyllium Husk 99%
Description Plantago Ovata Frosk Husk. The Odour is not Marked Plantago Ovata Frosk Husk. The Odour is not Marked Plantago Ovata Frosk Husk. The Odour is not Marked Plantago Ovata Frosk Husk. The Odour is not Marked
Taste Blend Mucilaginous Blend Mucilaginous Blend Mucilaginous Blend Mucilaginous
Moisture 12% Maximum 12% Maximum 12% Maximum 12% Maximum
Swell Volume Not less than35 ml/gm Not less than40 ml/gm Not less than40 ml/gm Not less than50 ml/gm
Total Ash 4% Maximum 4% Maximum 4% Maximum 4% Maximum
Acid Insoluble Ash 1% Maximum 1% Maximum 1% Maximum 1% Maximum
Heavy Extraneous Matter 1.0% Maximum 0.5% Maximum 0.5% Maximum 0.2% Maximum
Light Extraneous Matter 15% Maximum 5% Maximum 2% Maximum 1% Maximum
Purity 85% Minimum (100% – Light Extraneous Matter) 95% Minimum (100% – Light Extraneous Matter) 98% Minimum (100% – Light Extraneous Matter) 99% Minimum (100% – Light Extraneous Matter)
Insect Infestation Not more than100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams Not more than100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams Not more than100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams Not more than100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams

Feed Grade

Product Purity Swell Volume
Psyllium Husk 80% Above 80% Not less than 25 ml/gm
Psyllium Husk 70% Above 70% Not less than 22 ml/gm

Description :

The husk of Psyllium is the actual coating of mucilage around the seed. It is considered pure dietary fiber and are the only part of the plant used in manufacturing Psyllium products. Its nutritional value consists mainly of glycosides, proteins, polysaccharides, vitamin B1, and choline. Fiber content of over 80% compared to less than 15% for oat bran and 10% for wheat bran.The husk is composed mostly of a fiber called hemicellulose which is a complex carbohydrate found in whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Hemicellulose is indigestible, however, it is partially broken down in the colon and feeds the friendly intestinal flora.

Note : The above specification complies to USP. We can also provide products as per BP and EP specification.