Equisetum Arvense Extract
CAS#: 71011-23-9
Other names: Equisetum Hiemale Extract,Horsetail Extract
Botanical Source: Equisetum arvense Linn
Specifications: 4%,7%, Organic Silica; 0.3,5% Flavonoids UV
Functions:
Promoting healing and new growth in connective tissue
Help to decongest the skin
Healing bones as well as strengthening connective tissue
Help with cellulite removal
Treating ulcers, wounds, ruptures and inflammations in the skin
| Analysis Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Test Methods |
| Appearance |
Brown to brownish yellow Powder |
Conforms |
Visual |
| Odor & Taste |
Characteristic |
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Organoleptic |
| Bulk density |
30-70g/100ml |
Conforms |
Density Meter |
| Particle Size |
NLT 98% through 80 Mesh |
Conforms |
80 Mesh Screen |
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| Assay |
NLT 0.3% Total flavonoids |
0.45% |
UV-VIS |
| Loss on Drying |
NMT 8.0% |
3.46% |
5g /105ºC /2hrs |
| Ash Content |
NMT 8.0% |
5.47% |
2g /525ºC /3hrs |
| Extract Solvents |
Water and Grain Alcohol |
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| Solvent Residues |
NMT 0.05% |
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| Heavy Metals |
NMT 10ppm |
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ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
ICP-MS |
| Lead (Pb) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) |
NMT 1ppm |
Conforms |
ICP-MS |
| Mercury(Hg) |
NMT 0.1ppm |
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ICP-MS |
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| Sterilization Method |
High temperature & pressure for a short time of 5~10 seconds |
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| Microbiological Data |
Total Plate Count < 10,000cfu/g |
Conforms |
GB 4789.2 |
| Total Yeast & Mold <1,000cfu/g |
Conforms |
GB 4789.15 |
| E. Coli to be negative |
Negative |
GB 4789.3 |
| Staphylococcus to be negative |
Negative |
GB 4789.10 |
| Salmonella to be negative |
Negative |
GB 4789.4 |
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| Packing and Storage |
Packed in fiber drum, PE bag inside. Net weight: 25kgs/drum |
| Keep away from moisture, strong heat and sunlight. |
| Shelf Life |
2 years if sealed and stored in the recommended conditions. |
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