Naturex Lemon Balm Leaf and Stem PE 5% Rosmarinic Acid (ED841580) -

Identification & Functionality

Active Component: Rosmarinic Acid
Chemical Family: Plant Extracts
Ingredient Name: Lemon Balm Extract
Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin,
Plant Origin
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,
Natural,
Naturally Derived,
Non-GMO,
Non-Irritant,
Not Tested on Animals,
Plant-Based,
TSE-free,
Vegan
Food Ingredients Features: Free of Major Allergens,
Suitable for Vegans

Applications & Uses

Markets: Food & Nutrition
Applications: Food & Nutrition — Beverage
Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages,
Sports Drinks
Food & Nutrition — Food
Confectionery,
Convenience Foods
Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being
Functional Foods,
Nutraceuticals & Supplements,
Sports Nutrition
Food & Nutrition Applications: Gummies,
Meal Replacers,
Nutraceuticals,
Nutritional Bars,
Powder Shakes,
Protein Shakes,
Sports Drinks,
Sports Nutrition,
Tablets
Equivalence Statement: 1 kg of product is made from an average of 2.8 kg of dry lemon balm leaves and stems.

Properties

Physical Form: Powder,
Solid
Solubility: Water Soluble
Appearance: Pale brown green to brown powder
Parameters for Positive Release
Parameters not Routinely Tested
Composition
Note: Micro Testing Principles Limits guaranteed, selected microbiological parameters are monitored.

Heavy metals Conform to regulatory requirements.

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Bulk Density	0.35 - 0.80	g/ml	Graduated cylinder (CQ-MO-257)
Loss on Drying	max. 8	%	I.R. balance (CQ-MO-018)
Particles (Passing through max. 40 Mesh)	min. 95	%	Sieve (CQ-MO-023)
Rosmarinic Acid	min. 5.0	%	HPLC (CQ-MO-432)
Total Plate Count	max. 10,000	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. 1.50	mg/kg	—
Cadmium Content	max. 0.50	mg/kg	—
Mercury Content	max. 0.10	mg/kg	—
Lead Content	max. 0.10	mg/kg	—
Benzo[a]pyrene	max. 10	μg/kg	—
PAH 4	max. 10	μg/kg	—
Heavy Metal	max. 10.00	mg/kg	—

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Gluten	max. 20	mg/kg	—
Coliforms	max. 10	per gram	ISO 4832: 2006
Escherichia coli	Negative	per gram	ISO 7251: 2005
Salmonella	Negative	per 25 gram	ISO 6579-1 2017
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative	per gram	ISO 6888-3: 2003-2004
Bile-tolerant Gram-negative Bacteria	max. 100	per gram	ISO 21528-2: 2017 without confirmation
Aflatoxine B1	max. 5	μg/kg	—
Conjoitly Aflatoxine (B1,B2,G1,G2)	max. 10	μg/kg	—

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Natural Extract	50 - 65	%	—
Maltodextrin	35 - 50	%	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: FFDCA,
GMP,
Halal,
Kosher,
The Food Allergen Labeling & Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA),
Vegan

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 728 days
Storage Information: Storage conditions: Dry, preferably full, hermetically sealed

Temperature conditions: Ambient / 10-30°C (50-85°F)

Handling: Protect against light.

Naturex Lemon Balm Leaf and Stem PE 5% Rosmarinic Acid (ED841580)