Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Product Name: Nettle Extract
Botanical Source: Urtica dioica (Leaf)
Form: Powder
Color: Brownish-yellow
Odor & Taste: Characteristic, slightly herbaceous
1. Product Description
Nettle Extract is derived from the leaves of Urtica dioica, a natural herb known for its rich flavonoid and polyphenol content. It is widely used in food, dietary supplements, beverages, and industrial applications such as cosmetics, personal care, and herbal formulations.
Food & Nutraceutical Use: Supports antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and wellness applications.
Industrial Use: Can be incorporated into cosmetic creams, shampoos, functional beverages, and herbal products.
2. Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|
| Appearance | Brownish-yellow fine powder | Visual / Microscope |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic | Organoleptic |
| Identification | TLC / HPLC | USP / EP |
| Total Flavonoids | ≥ 1.0% | UV / HPLC |
| Moisture (Loss on Drying) | ≤ 5% | AOAC 925.10 |
| Ash | ≤ 5% | AOAC 923.03 |
| Particle Size | 95% pass 80 mesh | Sieve Analysis |
| Bulk Density | 40–60 g/100ml | USP <616> |
| pH (1% aqueous) | 5–7 | pH Meter |
3. Heavy Metals & Contaminants
| Parameter | Limit | Test Method |
|---|
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 3 ppm | AAS / ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm | AAS / ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm | AAS / ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm | AAS / ICP-MS |
| Pesticide Residues | Complies with USP/EP | GC / HPLC |
4. Microbiological Limits
| Parameter | Limit | Test Method |
|---|
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 10,000 cfu/g | AOAC 990.12 |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 1,000 cfu/g | AOAC 997.02 |
| E. coli | Negative | ISO 7251 |
| Salmonella | Negative | ISO 6579 |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | ISO 6888 |
5. Applications
Food & Dietary Supplements:
Functional beverages, teas, capsules, tablets, herbal powders.
Nutraceuticals for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune support.
Cosmetic & Personal Care:
Creams, lotions, shampoos, and hair care products for scalp and skin health.
Industrial Applications:
Herbal extracts in functional formulations, natural colorants, and flavoring agents.
6. Storage & Handling
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Shelf Life: 24 months in sealed container.
Avoid contamination with foreign substances.
7. Packaging
25 kg fiber drum with inner food-grade PE liner
Other packaging can be customized per customer requirement
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