What is the biological source of Bitter Melon?

The biological source of Bitter Melon is Momordica charantia.

What is the plant part used in this product?

The plant part used in this product is fruit.

What is the extraction method used in this product?

The extraction method used in this product is TLC.

What are the other names of Bitter Melon?

The other names of Bitter Melon are Bitter apple, Bitter gourd, Bitter squash, and balsam pear.

What are the nutrients present in Bitter Melon?

Bitter melon is a good source of nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, fibre, potassium, iron and phosphorous. The phytochemicals that are present in Bitter Melon are phenolic acid, glycoside, saponin, alkaloid, fixed oil, triterpenes, gallic acid, tannic acid, catechin, caffeic acid, p-coumaric, gentisic acid, and chlorogenic acid.

Is this product content any allergen?

No, Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1, which we provide does not content any allergen.

Does this product contain any ash value? Why ash value important in any product?

This product contains an ash value of not more than 5% as more ash value indicates impurities or the addition of inorganic metal salts in the product. Ash value is the residue remaining after incineration of the drug or plant part. It represents the amounts of inorganic salts naturally occurring in the ingredient and adhering to it. It also includes inorganic matter, which helps to identify adulteration. Hence, ash value is important.

What is mesh size? And what is the mesh size of this product?

Mesh size also known as sieve size. It is a measurement of particle size defined as the number of openings in one square inch of a screen. Here it passes through 95% Passes through #80 mesh.

What microbial parameters you consider while qualifying Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1?

In order to prevent and control biological hazards, we ensure that microbial parameters in our products comply with microbial limits as specified by the USP. We generally test total plate count (TPC), Yeast and mold, E. Coli & Salmonella in our products.

Is your product free from GMO?

Genetically modified organisms can be a threat to food safety. We do not accept Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1 from the facilities where GMOs are manufactured, processed, or produces.

Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1 - Dietary Ingredients Supplier Canada

Description

Botanical Name: Momordica charantia

Plant Part Used: Fruit

Processing Method: Extraction

Belonging to the family of Cucurbitaceae, Bitter melon is also known as bitter gourd and balsam pear. Originated in Africa, it is well known for its bitter taste. Charantin, momordicine, p-insulin, saponin, triterpene, proteid, steroid, alkaloid, lipid, and phenolic are active components present in bitter melon. It is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

Product Spec

Biological source: Momordica charantia

Shelf Life: 36months

Plant part used: Fruit

Country Of Origin: China

Items	Specification	Test Methods
Physical Analysis
Description	Powder	Organoleptic
Color	Brown yellow	Organoleptic
Odor	Characteristic	Organoleptic
Taste	Characteristic	Organoleptic
Mesh size	100% Passes through #80 mesh	USP<786>
Loss on drying	NMT 10.0% w/w	USP<731>
Total ash	NMT 10.0% w/w	USP<561>
Solvent residue	Negative	GC
Bulk density	0.4 g/ml – 0.6 g/ml	USP<616>
Extraction ratio	4:1	TLC
Extraction solvent	Water	USP
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>
Microbiology Test
Total Plate Count	NMT 10,000 cfu/g	USP<61>
Yeast & Mold	NMT 1000 cfu/g	USP<61>
E. Coli	NMT 10 cfu/g	USP<62>
Salmonella	Negative	USP<62>
Staphylococcus	Negative	USP<62>

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FAQs

What is the biological source of Bitter Melon?
The biological source of Bitter Melon is Momordica charantia.
What is the plant part used in this product?
The plant part used in this product is fruit.
What is the extraction method used in this product?
The extraction method used in this product is TLC.
What are the other names of Bitter Melon?
The other names of Bitter Melon are Bitter apple, Bitter gourd, Bitter squash, and balsam pear.
What are the nutrients present in Bitter Melon?
Bitter melon is a good source of nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, fibre, potassium, iron and phosphorous. The phytochemicals that are present in Bitter Melon are phenolic acid, glycoside, saponin, alkaloid, fixed oil, triterpenes, gallic acid, tannic acid, catechin, caffeic acid, p-coumaric, gentisic acid, and chlorogenic acid.
Is this product content any allergen?
No, Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1, which we provide does not content any allergen.
Does this product contain any ash value? Why ash value important in any product?
This product contains an ash value of not more than 5% as more ash value indicates impurities or the addition of inorganic metal salts in the product. Ash value is the residue remaining after incineration of the drug or plant part. It represents the amounts of inorganic salts naturally occurring in the ingredient and adhering to it. It also includes inorganic matter, which helps to identify adulteration. Hence, ash value is important.
What is mesh size? And what is the mesh size of this product?
Mesh size also known as sieve size. It is a measurement of particle size defined as the number of openings in one square inch of a screen. Here it passes through 95% Passes through #80 mesh.
What microbial parameters you consider while qualifying Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1?
In order to prevent and control biological hazards, we ensure that microbial parameters in our products comply with microbial limits as specified by the USP. We generally test total plate count (TPC), Yeast and mold, E. Coli & Salmonella in our products.
Is your product free from GMO?
Genetically modified organisms can be a threat to food safety. We do not accept Bitter Melon Extract Powder 4:1 from the facilities where GMOs are manufactured, processed, or produces.