Butterbur Extract
Botanical Source: Petasites Hybridus.
Plant Part Used: Leaf
CAS No.: 60102-37-6
Specification: 15% Petasins
Descriptions:
The Butterbur (Petasites japonicus) has been a staple of the Japanese diet for many years and is one of the few vegetables native to Japan. Besides being recognized for its value as a staple food item it has also demonstrated anti-allergenic properties in recent studies and clinical trials.
Main Functions:
Petasin is responsible for the antispasmodic properties of the plant by reducing;
Spasms in smooth muscle and vascular walls, in addition to providing;
An anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting leukotriene synthetics;
Petasin has been found to be treat migraine headache, asthma, bronchitis;
Butterbur has also been used for cough, urination and stomach problems.
CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Report Date |
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28-Apr-14 |
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Expiry Date |
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21-Apr-16 |
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Manufacture Date |
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22-Apr-14 |
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Product Name |
Butterbur Extract |
Batch Number |
BRE-140422 |
Botanical Source |
Petasites Hybridus |
Batch Quantity |
300kgs |
Plant Part Used |
Herb,100% Natural |
Country of Origin |
China |
Type of Products |
Standard Extract |
Active Ingredient Markers |
Petasins |
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Analysis Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Methods used |
Identification |
Positive |
Conforms |
TLC |
Appearance |
Fine Brown to Brownish Yellow Powder |
Conforms |
Visual test |
Odor & Taste |
Characteristic |
Conforms |
Organoleptic test |
Bulk Density |
45-60g/100ml |
Conforms |
ASTM D1895B |
Particle Size |
98% through 80 Mesh |
Conforms |
AOAC 973.03 |
Solubility |
Soluble in water |
Conforms |
Visual |
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Assay |
NLT 15% Petasins |
15.56% |
HPLC |
Loss on Drying |
NMT 5.0% |
3.41% |
5g /105ºC /2hrs |
Ash Content |
NMT 5.0% |
3.27% |
2g /525ºC /3hrs |
Extract Solvents |
Ethanol & Water |
Conforms |
/ |
Solvent Residues |
NMT 0.05% |
Conforms |
GC |
Excipients |
None |
Conforms |
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Heavy Metals |
NMT 10ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Arsenic (As) |
NMT 0.5ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Lead (Pb) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Cadmium (Cd) |
NMT 0.5ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Mercury(Hg) |
NMT 0.5ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
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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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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 |
< 10,000 cfu/g |
GB 4789.2 |
Total Yeast & Mold<1,000cfu/g |
< 1,000 cfu/g |
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, LDPE bag inside. Net weight: 25kgs/drum. |
Keep well sealed, away from moisture, strong heat and sunlight. |
Shelf Life |
2 years if sealed and stored in the recommended conditions. |
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Manufacturer: KINGHERBS LIMITED |
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