Naturex HIBISCUS FLOWER PE 20% TOTAL ACIDS (EC841500)

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name

Hibiscus Flowers Extract Powder

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Smoothing Agent

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Phytochemical,

Supplement

Technologies

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Phytochemicals & Plant Extracts,

Supplements & Functional Ingredients

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Allergen-free,

BSE-free,

Halal,

Kosher,

Non-GMO,

Not Tested on Animals,

TSE-free,

Vegan

Food Ingredients Features

Free of Major Allergens,

Suitable for Vegans

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Food

Convenience Foods

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Functional Foods,

Nutraceuticals & Supplements,

Sports Nutrition

Food & Nutrition Applications

Meal Replacers,

Nutraceuticals,

Nutritional Bars,

Powder Shakes,

Sports Nutrition,

Tablets

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Solubility

Water Soluble

Appearance

Red to dark purple powder

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Native Extract Ratio	2 - 4/1	—	—

Parameters for Positive Release

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Loss on Drying	max. 8	%	I.R. balance (CQ-MO-018)
Particles (Passing through max. 80 Mesh)	min. 95	%	Sieve (CQ-MO-023)
Organic Acids	min. 20	%	HPLC (CQ-MO-261)
Total Plate Count	max. 3,000	per gram	ISO 4833-1: 2013
Yeasts and Moulds	max. 100	per gram	ISO 21527: 2008
Ethanol	max. 5,000.0	mg/kg	GC (CQ-MO-168)
Arsenic Content	max. 1.00	mg/kg	ICP (CQ-MO-247)
Cadmium Content	max. 0.30	mg/kg	ICP (CQ-MO-247)
Mercury Content	max. 0.10	mg/kg	ICP (CQ-MO-247)
Lead Content	max. 1.00	mg/kg	ICP (CQ-MO-247)
Heavy Metal	max. 10.00	mg/kg	ICP (CQ-MO-247)-not including Chromium

Parameters not Routinely Tested

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Bulk Density	0.34 - 0.54	g/ml	Graduated cylinder (CQ-MO-257)
Escherichia coli	Negative	per gram	—
Salmonella	Negative	per 25 gram	ISO 6579-1 2017
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative	per gram	ISO 6888-3: 2003-2004
Coliforms	max. 10	per gram	ISO 4831: 2006
Aflatoxine (B1)	max. 5	μg/kg	—
Conjoitly Aflatoxine (B1,B2,G1,G2)	max. 10	μg/kg	—

Composition

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Hibiscus Flower Extract	95 - 100	%	—

Note

• Micro Testing Principles: Limits guaranteed, selected microbiological parameters are monitored.
• Heavy metals: Conform to regulatory requirements.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

FFDCA,

GMP,

Halal,

Kosher,

The Food Allergen Labeling & Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA),

Vegan

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

728 days

Storage Condition

• Storage conditions: Dry, preferably full, hermetically sealed
• Temperature conditions: Ambient / 10-30°C (50-85°F)
• Handling: Protect against light.