AA Nopal powder (40 mesh)

Description

Nopal (cactus) belongs to the Opuntia genus, Opuntioideae subfamily and Cactaceae. which consist of more than 300 species. All originated from America continent. The Nopal powder is a product obtained inspection, washed, disinfected, dried, grinding and sifting of nopal, with uniform particle green to yellow green or sand.

Organoleptic Specifications

Appearance: Fine powder of uniform particle.
Odor: Dehydrated nopal characteristic to.
Flavor: Characteristic of nopal powder.
Color: Green to yellowish green cream or sand.

Physicochemical Specifications

40 mesh 100% passes through the mesh
Moisture Max. 10.0%
Ash Max. 22%
Lead Pb Max. 0.5 ppm
Arsenic As Max. 0.5 ppm
Cadmium Cd Max. 0.5 ppm
Mercury Hg Max. 0.1 ppm
Dietary Fiber Min. 38.0%
Total Carbohydrates Max. 72%
Fat Max. 3%
Protein Min. 4%

Microbiological Specifications

Total plate count Max. 5000 CFU / g
Molds Max. 150 CFU / g
Yeasts Max. 10 CFU / g
Total coliforms Max. 10 CFU / g
E.coli Negative in 25 g
Staphylococcus aureus Negative in 25 g
Salmonella Negative in 25 g

Storage and transport conditions

Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

Shelf life

36 months

Applications

Pharmaceutical, Food Supplements, Nutrition for good metabolism of sugars.

Recommended serving

100g / day [Basurto Santos, D., Lorenzana Jimez, M., & Magos Guerrero, G. (2012). Monograph. Nopal utility for glucose control in type 2 diabetes mellitus Mexico, Federal District, Mexico: Tominaga Nakamoto Medical School. UNAM.]

Characteristics

Natural
Dispersible

Certifications:

ISO 22000
GMP
Organic
Kosher