Botanical Names of Psyllium: Plantago Ispaghula, Plantago Ovata
Origin: India
Part Used: Psyllium Husk
Shelf life: 2 Years
Declaration/Certification: Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Kosher, Halal
Common Names of Psyllium : Flea, lspaghuSpogel, Plantago Psyllium, Isaphgol, Plantago sp., Isabgula, Plantaginis Ovatae Testa a.
Psyllium Other Name: Psyllii semen, Blond Psyllium, Cleansing Plaintain, Natural dietary Fiber, Herbal supplement, Fiber – blend, Laxative, Nutrition- Herbs, Feed Supplement, Pale Psyllium
Organic Psyllium husk Powder is pulverized form of Psyllium Husk, which is derived from seeds of medicinal plant Plantago Ovata. Organic Psyllium husk powder is considered pure natural dietary fibre and widely consumed as bulk forming Laxative across the world. Organic Psyllium husk powder can be consumed in natural form as well in flavoured form with Liquid like water, juice, milk etc.
Gayatri Psyllium Industries manufacture and supply various grades of Psyllium husk with purity range from 80% to 99 % and various mesh size from 40 to 100 to meet requirements from a range of industries. Specifications of standards grade Organic psyllium husk Powder is as per below table.
| Description | Organic Psyllium Husk Powder 85% | Organic Psyllium Husk Powder 95% | Organic Psyllium Husk Powder 98% | Organic Psyllium Husk Powder 99% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taste | Blend Mucilaginous | Blend Mucilaginous | Blend Mucilaginous | Blend Mucilaginous |
| Moisture | 10% Maximum | 10% Maximum | 10% Maximum | 10% Maximum |
| Swell Volume | 40 ml/gm Min | 55 ml/gm Min | 65 ml/gm Min | 75 ml/gm Min |
| Total Ash | 4% Maximum | 4% Maximum | 4% Maximum | 4% Maximum |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | 1% Maximum | 1% Maximum | 1% Maximum | 1% Maximum |
| Heavy Extraneous Matter | 0.5% Maximum | 0.5% Maximum | 0.5% Maximum | 0.5% Maximum |
| Light Extraneous Matter | 15% Maximum | 5% Maximum | 2% Maximum | 1% Maximum |
| Insect Infestation | Not more than 100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams |
| Total Palate count | < 100,000 CFU/gm |
| Yeast & Mould | < 1000 CFU/gm |
| E Coli | Absent in 1 gm |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25 gm |
- Health Benefits
- – Mainly used to relieve constipation
- – Helpful to treat mild diarrhea
- – Promote digestive and Gastro Intestinal health
- – May control Blood sugar
- – May lower heart disease risk
- Application/Usage
- – As a food-ingredient in Foods and Bakery products
- – As a laxative or Dietary supplement in Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals
- – As a Stabilizer, blinding and thickening agent in Foods & Beverages
- – As a thickener in Ice cream and frozen foods, and in Capsule formulation
- – In Veterinary industry for digestive health of animals specifically equine
- Packing
- – HDPE laminated Paper bag inside food grade liner – 15 Kg, 25 KG, 50 LBS
- – PP Bags – 15 KG, 25 KG, 50 LBS
- – Jute Bags – 25 KG, 50 LBS
- – Fiber drums 25 KG – 50 KG
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- Stuffing Capacity
Container Size Maximum Loading without Pallet Maximum Loading with Pallets 20ft container 20 MT 13-14 MT 40ft container 27 MT 25 MT