What is the shelf life of Prickly Ash Bark Powder?

24 months when stored in a cool, dry, and airtight container.

Is this product naturally processed?

Yes, it is gently dried and ground without the use of chemicals or synthetic additives.

Is Prickly Ash Bark Powder gluten-free?

Yes, it is naturally gluten-free and suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.

Can you provide certification and lab test reports?

Yes, certifications and third-party lab reports are available upon request.

What are the primary applications of this product?

It is commonly used in traditional herbal preparations, health support formulations, and wellness blends.

What is the moisture content in Prickly Ash Bark Powder that you provide?

We maintain moisture content below 10% to ensure product stability and prevent microbial growth.

What is the alkaloid content in your Prickly Ash Bark Powder?

Our prickly ash bark powder typically contains 0.5-2% total alkaloids, though this may vary slightly between batches.

What is the difference between Northern and Southern Prickly Ash?

While both species contain similar compounds, Northern Prickly Ash (Z. americanum) is traditionally used in Native American formulations, while Southern Prickly Ash (Z. clava-herculis) is sometimes considered slightly more potent in certain alkaloid compounds.

Is this product dairy-free or lactose-free?

Yes, Prickly Ash Bark Powder is naturally dairy-free and lactose-free, containing no animal-derived ingredients.

What is the ash value of this product?

The total ash content is maintained below 10%, ensuring high purity and minimal impurities.

How should this product be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain product integrity.

Does this product undergo contaminant testing?

Yes, our product is tested for heavy metals and microbial contaminants to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

Is this product suitable for dietary supplements?

Yes, it is commonly used in traditional herbal supplements and wellness formulations.

Is your Prickly Ash Bark Powder water-soluble?

It is only partially water-soluble, with some compounds requiring extraction in alcohol or other solvents for complete bioavailability.

Is this powder ethically wildcrafted or cultivated?

Our prickly ash bark comes from both managed wild populations and sustainable cultivation projects, ensuring minimal environmental impact while supporting traditional harvesting communities.

Prickly Ash Bark Powder - Dietary Ingredients Supplier Canada

Description

Our Prickly Ash Bark Powder is a finely milled product made from the dried bark of Zanthoxylum species, primarily Zanthoxylum americanum (Northern Prickly Ash) or Zanthoxylum clava-herculis (Southern Prickly Ash). Known for its warm, pungent flavor and tingling sensation, Prickly Ash Bark is valued for its natural source of alkaloids, coumarins, and lignans—compounds recognized for supporting health and traditional wellness applications. This powder is minimally processed and free from synthetic additives, making it a clean-label choice for a variety of health and herbal applications.

Category: Conventional

Description

Botanical Name: Zanthoxylum americanum or Zanthoxylum clava-herculis

Plant Part Used: Bark

Processing Method: Drying, Grinding

Prickly Ash Bark Powder is derived from mature prickly ash trees procured from sustainable suppliers, are carefully harvested, cleaned, and gently dried at low temperatures to preserve their natural properties. The dried bark is then ground into a fine powder without the use of chemical solvents or additives.
Rich in alkaloids (particularly berberine), essential oils, resins, and various phytonutrients, this powder is ideal for herbal formulations, traditional preparations, and wellness applications.

FAQs

What is the shelf life of Prickly Ash Bark Powder?
24 months when stored in a cool, dry, and airtight container.
What is the botanical source of this powder?
It is sourced from the bark of Zanthoxylum species, primarily Zanthoxylum americanum (Northern Prickly Ash) or Zanthoxylum clava-herculis (Southern Prickly Ash).
Is this product naturally processed?
Yes, it is gently dried and ground without the use of chemicals or synthetic additives.
Is Prickly Ash Bark Powder gluten-free?
Yes, it is naturally gluten-free and suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Can you provide certification and lab test reports?
Yes, certifications and third-party lab reports are available upon request.
What are the primary applications of this product?
It is commonly used in traditional herbal preparations, health support formulations, and wellness blends.
What is the moisture content in Prickly Ash Bark Powder that you provide?
We maintain moisture content below 10% to ensure product stability and prevent microbial growth.
What is the alkaloid content in your Prickly Ash Bark Powder?
Our prickly ash bark powder typically contains 0.5-2% total alkaloids, though this may vary slightly between batches.
What is the difference between Northern and Southern Prickly Ash?
While both species contain similar compounds, Northern Prickly Ash (Z. americanum) is traditionally used in Native American formulations, while Southern Prickly Ash (Z. clava-herculis) is sometimes considered slightly more potent in certain alkaloid compounds.
Is this product dairy-free or lactose-free?
Yes, Prickly Ash Bark Powder is naturally dairy-free and lactose-free, containing no animal-derived ingredients.
What is the ash value of this product?
The total ash content is maintained below 10%, ensuring high purity and minimal impurities.
How should this product be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain product integrity.
Does this product undergo contaminant testing?
Yes, our product is tested for heavy metals and microbial contaminants to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
Is this product suitable for dietary supplements?
Yes, it is commonly used in traditional herbal supplements and wellness formulations.
Is your Prickly Ash Bark Powder water-soluble?
It is only partially water-soluble, with some compounds requiring extraction in alcohol or other solvents for complete bioavailability.
Is this powder ethically wildcrafted or cultivated?
Our prickly ash bark comes from both managed wild populations and sustainable cultivation projects, ensuring minimal environmental impact while supporting traditional harvesting communities.

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