Common Name: |
Prickly Pear Powder |
Botanical Name: |
Opuntia Ficus-Indica |
Family: |
Simaroubaceae |
Plant Parts Used: |
Fruit |
Form: |
Powder |
Color Appearance: |
Pink color Powder * (due to the nature of natural ingredients, color may slightly vary) |
Mesh Size: |
60 ~ 80 mesh |
Certifications: |
USDA, EU, Kosher |
Country of Origin: |
India |
Product Applications: |
Nutraceuticals, Cosmetics, Herbal Teas, Capsules, Tablets, Functional foods beverages |
Product Offerings: |
Prickly Pear Powder |
Prickly Pear Powder: Overview
Prickly pear powder, made from the fruit of the Opuntia ficus-indica cactus (commonly known as prickly pear or cactus pear), is a nutrient-dense supplement with a variety of health benefits. The fruit, which has a vibrant pink or green skin and a sweet, mildly tangy flavor, is dried and ground into powder form for easy consumption.
Prickly pear powder is rich in vitamins (especially vitamin C), minerals (such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium), and fiber, making it beneficial for digestive health, immune support, and skin health. It also contains antioxidants like betalains, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds, which help protect the body against oxidative stress and inflammation. The powder is known for its anti-inflammatory, hydrating, and blood sugar-regulating properties.
In addition to promoting digestive health by improving gut function and reducing inflammation, prickly pear powder is also used for its potential to help manage blood sugar levels, making it useful for those with diabetes or metabolic concerns.
Prickly pear powder is often mixed into smoothies, teas, or added to food for a health boost. It can also be used topically in skincare for its moisturizing and anti-aging effects. Generally safe for most individuals, it’s always best to consult a healthcare provider when incorporating new supplements, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.
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Powders: Packed in eco-friendly Pouches in customized sizes
Capsules & Tablets: Packed in bottles of 60ct, 90ct or 180ct
Oils: Packed in glass bottles with dropper in 100ml, 4oz or customized sizes
Form - Fine Powder - Organoleptic
Odor - Characteristic - Organoleptic
Taste - Characteristic - Organoleptic
Mesh Size - 100% passes through #80 mesh - USP <786>
Loss on Drying - NMT 10% - USP <731>
All of our products complies with FDA standards for microbial safety.
Total Plate Count - NMT 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold - NMT 1000 cfu/g
Coliforms - NMT 100 cfu/g
E.Coli - Absent
Salmonella - Absent
Staphylococcus aureus - Absent
Pseudomonas aeruginosa - Absent
Total Heavy Metals - NMT 10 ppm - USP <231>
Lead - NMT 0.5 ppm - USP <232>
Arsenic - NMT 1 ppm - USP <232>
Mercury - NMT 0.5 ppm - USP <232>
Cadmium - NMT 0.5 ppm - USP <232>
Sterilization - Steam
Packing - Carton boxes with inner double layer ldpe bags and outer stretch
wrapped for a seamless airtight packaging
Health & Safety - The product is manufactured, packed, stored, and shipped in
accordance with relevant food safety standards
Storage Conditions - Keep closed in a cool dry warehouse, free from infestation and not
exposed to direct sunlight
Absolutely - This product is 100% natural and derived from plants. No animal-derived products are used in this, making it the perfect product for vegetarians and vegans.
We hold ourselves to rigorous farming standards - it’s not necessarily cheaper or easier, but it’s what’s right. Majority of our nutrient rich products are grown in our own organic farms under strict USDA guidelines, which enables full control over consistency and quality.
Every Batch is Tested.
Our standards are rigorous and thorough. We test every single batch of our botanicals through a third-party lab to ensure that the products you receive are the highest quality available, without pesticides or heavy metals.
Heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium are tested for every batch that we produce. We also ensure that our product complies with the California prop 65 regulations for lead content below 0.5 ppm levels.
Absolutely - Yes. All the powders we produce, are processed using steam sterilization method and complies with FDA standards for microbial safety.
Consumption of products containing E.coli & Salmonella may pose health issues like stomach cramps, abdominal pains, nausea, etc. All of our products are 100% free of E.coli & Salmonella.