Standardised extract
Tribulus Terrestris Extract
Tribulus terrestris · Gokhru, Puncture Vine
Gokhru is standardised for steroidal saponins and used worldwide in sports-nutrition and vitality products, as well as traditional urinary-health preparations.
- Steroidal saponins 20%, 40% and 60% by gravimetry
- Ratio extracts 10:1 and 12:1
Light to dark brown powder
Specification
Typical specification
| Botanical name | Tribulus terrestris |
|---|---|
| Common name | Gokhru, Puncture Vine |
| Family | Zygophyllaceae |
| Plant part used | Aerial parts and fruit |
| Appearance | Light to dark brown powder |
| Standardised for | Steroidal saponins 20%, 40% and 60% by gravimetry Ratio extracts 10:1 and 12:1 |
| 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 as a diuretic and urinary tonic in Ayurveda.
- 2Steroidal saponins are widely used in sports and vitality formulations.
- 3Also used in hormonal-balance products for women.
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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