Common Name: |
Guacatonga Powder |
Botanical Name: |
Casearia sylvestris |
Family: |
Salicaceae |
Plant Parts Used: |
Leaves |
Form: |
Powder |
Color Appearance: |
Green 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: |
Guacatonga Powder |
Guacatonga Powder: Overview
Guacatonga powder, derived from the leaves and bark of the Casearia sylvestris tree native to tropical regions of the Americas, is a herbal remedy renowned for its diverse medicinal properties. This finely ground, greenish-brown powder has been used for centuries in traditional folk medicine among indigenous communities. Guacatonga is highly regarded for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antimicrobial attributes, making it effective in treating a range of ailments such as wounds, skin conditions, and digestive disorders. It is also employed to alleviate respiratory issues, including coughs and bronchitis, and to support overall immune system health. Furthermore, guacatonga's traditional use extends to its reputation as a natural tonic and energizer. As with many botanical resources, sustainable harvesting practices are essential to ensure the continued availability of this valuable herbal remedy.
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.