Standardised extract
Commiphora Mukul Extract
Commiphora mukul · Guggul
The resin of the guggul tree, native to northern India, is standardised for E- and Z-guggulsterones, the compounds studied for their effect on lipid metabolism.
- Guggulsterones 2.5% to 10%
- Ratio extract 5:1 (3% guggulsterones)
Off-white to light yellow powder
Specification
Typical specification
| Botanical name | Commiphora mukul |
|---|---|
| Common name | Guggul |
| Family | Burseraceae |
| Plant part used | Oleo-gum resin |
| Appearance | Off-white to light yellow powder |
| Standardised for | Guggulsterones 2.5% to 10% Ratio extract 5:1 (3% guggulsterones) |
| Loss on drying | NMT 5.0% |
| Particle size | 100% through 60 mesh |
| Heavy metals | NMT 10 ppm |
| Total plate count | NMT 5,000 cfu/g |
| Yeast and mould | NMT 100 cfu/g |
| E. coli and Salmonella | Absent |
| Packaging | HDPE drums, Fibre drums, Woven sack bags |
| Shelf life | 24 months in original sealed packing, stored cool and dry |
Why formulators use it
Benefits and traditional use
- 1Traditionally used in Ayurveda for healthy cholesterol and weight management.
- 2Guggulsterones are studied for their action on lipid metabolism and thyroid function.
- 3Also used in joint-comfort and skin-health formulations.
Applications
Where it goes
This ingredient is supplied for use by manufacturers. Statements on traditional use are for product-development reference and are not medical claims. Please consult the regulations applicable to your finished product.
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