Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Product Name: Shilajit Extract
Botanical Source: Asphaltum (Shilajit)
Part Used: Natural Mineral Resin
Form: Fine Powder
1. Product Description
Shilajit Extract is a purified and concentrated form of the natural mineral resin found in the Himalayas and other mountain regions. It is rich in fulvic acid, humic substances, and trace minerals. Traditionally used in Ayurveda, it is valued for promoting energy, vitality, and overall wellness. The extract is standardized for fulvic acid content and produced under GMP conditions.
Food/Nutraceutical Use: Dietary supplements, capsules, tablets, energy formulations, functional beverages.
Industrial Use: Ingredient for nutraceutical formulations, cosmetics, wellness tonics, performance enhancers, and herbal blends.
2. Specifications
Item | Specification |
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Appearance | Brown to dark brown fine powder |
Odor & Taste | Characteristic |
Extract Ratio | 10:1 (customizable) |
Fulvic Acid | ≥ 20.0% (by UV method) |
Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
Ash | ≤ 5.0% |
Mesh Size | 100% pass 80 mesh |
Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
Pb | ≤ 2 ppm |
As | ≤ 2 ppm |
Cd | ≤ 1 ppm |
Hg | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
Residual Solvents | Eur. Pharm. 9.0 compliant |
Pesticide Residues | USP <561> compliant |
Microbiology | Total Plate Count ≤ 1,000 cfu/g; Yeast & Mold ≤ 100 cfu/g; E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus: Negative |
3. Applications
Food & Nutraceutical
Capsules/Tablets: Shilajit powder can be encapsulated or tableted for direct consumption.
Functional Beverages: As an energy-enhancing and adaptogenic additive.
Health Foods: Added to powders, tonics, and herbal blends.
Dietary Supplements: Supports metabolism, vitality, and immunity.
Industrial & Other Uses
Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skin-care creams and anti-aging formulations due to antioxidant and mineral content.
Sports Nutrition: Incorporated into performance products for stamina and recovery.
Ayurvedic Preparations: Traditional herbal formulations and resin-based tonics.
Pharmaceuticals: Potential raw material in formulations targeting chronic fatigue, aging, and stress.
4. Packaging
5. Storage & Shelf Life
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
Shelf Life: 24 months in original, unopened packaging.
6. Safety & Regulatory Information
Safety: Shilajit Extract is safe for intended food/nutraceutical use when consumed within recommended dosage.
Regulatory Status:
Complies with EU and US food supplement guidelines.
Meets USP/EP standards for heavy metals, solvents, and microbial limits.
Industrial Handling: Use protective equipment (mask, gloves) to avoid inhalation of fine powder during processing.
⚠️ Note: This TDS is provided for reference. Specifications may vary depending on customer requirements and product grade (e.g., fulvic acid content 20%–50%).
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