Name: Opuntia Extract Powder,Prickly Pear Cactus Extract,Opuntia ficus-indica extract,wholesale cactus extract,bulk opuntia powder
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DETAILS

Opuntia Extract Powder

It is a concentrated powder made from the stems, leaves or fruits of the Opuntia ficus-indica (also known as nopal or edible opuntia) of the Cactaceae family through a standardized extraction process. It is rich in polysaccharides, betalains (such as betacyanins), flavonoids (such as rutin, quercetin), and pectin, etc. It has significant antioxidant, hypoglycemic, hypolipidemic and fat adsorption effects. Traditionally, it is used for clearing heat and reducing swelling, promoting wound healing. In modern times, it is widely used in weight management, blood sugar control health products and cosmetic moisturizing and anti-wrinkle formulations.

FUNCTION

Blood sugar regulation

Dietary fiber (pectin) delays carbohydrate absorption and reduces post-meal blood sugar peaks Increases insulin sensitivity and improves glucose tolerance

Lipid management

Combined with bile acids, promotes cholesterol excretion and lowers LDL levels Inhibits lipase activity and reduces dietary fat absorption

Gastrointestinal protection

Polysaccharides form a protective membrane on the stomach wall, alleviating stomach acid irritation (anti-ulcer) Promotes the proliferation of intestinal probiotics and improves the balance of intestinal flora

Application

Weight management and metabolic health

Pre-meal tablets/capsules that block fat absorption; functional food ingredients for diabetes management; increase satiety and reduce calorie intake

Functional foods and beverages

Detox fruit juice: cleansing drink combined with lemon and ginger; meal replacement smoothie: provides dietary fiber and long-lasting satiety; low-calorie snacks: functional additions for energy bars and gummies

Sports nutrition

Electrolyte drinks: natural sources of minerals (magnesium, potassium), combined with hydration Recovery supplements: reduce post-exercise inflammation, accelerate muscle repair

Cosmetics and personal care

Creams and essences for moisturization; gels/sprays for post-sun damage repair

COA

ITEMS	SPECIFICATION	RESULT	METHOD
Appearance	Brown Powder	Conform	Organoleptic
Odor	Original	Conform	Organoleptic
Ratio	10:1	Conform	TLC

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Particle Size	NLT 95% Through 80 mesh	Conform	Analytical sieving \|\| USP
Loss on Drying	NMT 5.00%	3.35%	USP
Total Ash	NMT 5.00%	2.21%	USP
Bulk Density	Between 40~70g/100ml	60.81g/100ml	USP Method I
Tapped Density	Between 50~90g/100ml	72.12g/100ml	USP Method I

CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Residual Solvent	NMT 5,000ppm	Conform	GC \|\| USP
Heavy Metals(as Pb)	NMT 10ppm	Conform	USP Method II
Arsenic (As)	NMT 2ppm	0.0666ppm	ICP-MS \|\| USP
Lead (Pb)	NMT 2ppm	0.1745ppm	ICP-MS \|\| USP
Cadmium (Cd)	NMT 1ppm	0.0401ppm	ICP-MS \|\| USP
Mercury (Hg)	NMT 1ppm	Not Detected	ICP-MS \|\| USP

MICROBIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Total Plate Count	NMT 10,000cfu/g	＜10cfu/g	USP
Total Yeast & Mold	NMT 1,000cfu/g	＜10cfu/g	USP
E. Coli	Not Detected in(g) 10	Not Detected	USP
Salmonella	Not Detected in(g) 25	Not Detected	USP
Staphylococcus	Not Detected in(g) 10	Not Detected	USP