Wild Yam Root Powder
- CAS Number
- 90147-49-2
- EC Number
- 290-441-7
Wild Yam Root Powder is derived from the underground part of the wild yam plant, native to North, Central, and South America. It has been traditionally used to alleviate menstrual cramps, menopausal symptoms, and rheumatoid arthritis. The root contains diosgenin, a steroidal saponin that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Wild Yam Root Powder is used in dietary supplements and is believed to aid in digestive issues such as colic and diarrhea. Please note that our products are not intended to diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease, and you should always consult a healthcare professional for individual medical advice.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Product Families
- Botanical Ingredients & Extracts
- Plant & Herb Products & Extracts
Other characteristics
- Synonyms
- Yam, Dioscorea Villosa,Ext.
- Ingredient Name
- Wild Yam Root Powder
- Labeling Claims
Natural, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Natural; Naturally Derived; Plant-Based; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Ingredient Origin
- Natural Origin, Plant Origin
- Natural Origin
- Plant Origin
- Certifications & Compliance
BRC Certified, FDA Compliant, GFSI Certified, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- PACKAGING
All packaging material is food grade material approved by International or US Standards.; All material is in closed packaging.; All bags are equal weight.
- Treatment
- Heat Treatment
- Shelf LIfe
- 24 months
- Ingredient
- Wild Yam Root Powder
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Food Ingredients
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Country of Origin
- United States of America (USA)
- Quality Standards
- BRCGS
- Regulatory Information
- Non-Allergen - As per regulation (EC) 1169/2011.
- Pesticide Residues - USP <561>.
- Certifications and Compliance
- BRC Certified
- FDA Compliant
- GFSI Certified
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Ash Content | max. 10 | % |
| Foreign Matter | max. 2 | % |
| Loss on Drying | max. 10 | % |
| Mesh Size | 40 - 120 | — |
Table 2 of 3
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Coliforms | max. 5,000 | cfu/g |
| E. Coli | max. 10 | cfu/g |
| Mold | max. 50,000 | cfu/g |
| Salmonella | max. 10 | cfu/g |
| Total Plate Count | max. 7,000,000 | cfu/g |
| Yeast | max. 50,000 | cfu/g |
Table 3 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | max. 5 | ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium Content | max. 5 | ppm | ICP-MS |
| Lead Content | max. 5 | ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury Content | max. 5 | ppm | ICP-MS |
