Latin Name: Opuntia stricta (Haw.) Haw. var. dillenii (Ker-Gawl.) Benson
Other Names: Cholla Stem Extract, Cactus Plant Extract, Cactus powder extract
Specifications: 10:1, 20:1
Appearence: Light Yellow Powder
Cactus extract is derived from the Opuntia ficus indica plant, commonly known as the cactus. This particular cactus grows in warmer temperatures and is native to Mexico. It has a woody trunk and a larger top to it. The flowers display in one of three colors, white, yellow or red. It also has black seeds and a sweet tasting interior flesh. In Mexico, it was used it as a food staple, especially in times of drought since the plant has a high water content. The extract derived from the plant has long been used as a tool to aid in health improvements ranging from relief of hangovers to managing diabetes.
The use of cactus extracts in natural health is quite common. It was first used in 5000 BC by prehistoric groups as a pain aid. Since then it has grown in popularity for its many other additional health benefits. In particular, this plant, also known as Hoodia, contains a high number of carbohydrate fibers called mucilage. These do not dissolve in water but absorb water. Because of this property, cactus can also maintain proper glucose levels in the blood, which is why it works well as a treatment for diabetes.
Another benefit to aid humans is the pectin within the plant. Prickly pear cactus also contains pectin in high levels and these do dissolve well in water. As such, it becomes a thick liquid which is able to coat the stomach.
It is beneficial as a treatment for numerous stomach problems by offering a soothing feeling.
The cactus extracts available commercially have numerous additional benefits aside from those already mentioned. For example, studies suggest it can help lower high cholesterol levels. There have also been a few small studies showing the benefits to those who are feeling nauseous or have dry mouth, especially when caused by alcohol consumption. It can also be of benefit to reduce inflammation in the body.
Another external application of Cactus Extract is to apply it topically, to treat pimples and inflammation of the skin.
In addition, it can help alleviate rheumatic and asthmatic symptoms, reduce burn pain, improve insect bites and relieve the pain of hemorrhoids.
| Analysis Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Methods used |
| Identification |
Positive |
Conforms |
TLC |
| Appearance |
Fine Light Yellow Powder |
Conforms |
Visual test |
| Odor & Taste |
Characteristic |
Conforms |
Organoleptic test |
| Bulk Density |
45-55g/100ml |
Conforms |
ASTM D1895B |
| Particle Size |
99% through 80 Mesh |
Conforms |
AOAC 973.03 |
| Solubility |
Good Soluble in Water |
Conforms |
Visual |
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| Extract Ratio |
10:1 |
10:1 |
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| Loss on Drying |
NMT 5.0% |
3.12% |
USP |
| Ash Content |
NMT 5.0% |
3.39% |
2g /525ºC /3hrs |
| Extract Solvents |
Water |
Conforms |
/ |
| Excipients |
None |
Conforms |
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| Heavy Metals |
NMT 10ppm |
Conforms |
USP |
| Arsenic (As) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
USP(ICP-MS) |
| Lead (Pb) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
USP(ICP-MS) |
| Cadmium (Cd) |
NMT 1ppm |
Conforms |
USP(ICP-MS) |
| Mercury(Hg) |
NMT 1ppm |
Conforms |
USP(ICP-MS) |
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| 666 |
NMT 0.1ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
| DDT |
NMT 0.5ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
| Acephate |
NMT 0.2ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
| Methamidophos |
NMT 0.2ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
| Parathion-ethyl |
NMT 0.2ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
| PCNB |
NMT 0.1ppm |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
| Aflatoxins |
NMT 0.2ppb |
Absent |
USP-HPLC |
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