Boswellia Extract

Latin Name: Boswellia carteri

Active Ingredient: Masticinic acid

Test Method: HPLC/TLC

Appearance: Brown powder

Odor: Characteristic

Loss on Drying: ≤5%

Assay: Masticinic acid 65%    4:1, 10:1, 20:1

Ash: ≤5%

Sieve Analysis: ≥100mesh

Extract Solvent: Alcohol/water

Heavy Metal: ≤10PPM

Total Plate Count: ≤1000cfu/g

Yeast & Mold: ≤100cfu/g

E. Coil: Negative

Salmonella: Negative

Functions:

Extracts of boswellia serrata have been clinically studied for osteoarthritis and joint function, particularly for osteoarthritis of the knee. Positive effects of Boswellia in some chronic inflammatory diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, bronchial asthma, osteoarthritis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease have been reported.A Boswellia extract marketed under the name Wokvel has undergone human efficacy, comparative, pharmacokinetic studies.Some see Boswellia serrata as a promising alternative to NSAIDs, warranting further investigation in pharmacological studies and clinical trials.

Boswellia serrata is used in the manufacture of the supposed anti-wrinkle agent "Boswelox", which has been criticised as being ineffective.

Boswellia serrata is used in the manufacture of the supposed anti-wrinkle agent "Boswelox", which has been criticised as being ineffective.Potential for anti-cancer activity.Boswellic acid, an extract from Boswellia serrata, has been studied for anti-neoplastic ineffective.

Potential for anti-cancer activity.Boswellic acid, an extract from Boswellia serrata, has been studied for anti-neoplastic activity, especially in experimental primary and secondary brain tumors, indicating potential efficacy from in vitro and limited clinical research..

Storage: Store in cool & dry place; Keep away from strong light and high heat.

Shelf life: 36 months when properly stored

Package: Enterprise standard. Drums or cartons, 25kgs/drum (carton), 2.5kg/bag, double vacuum plastic packing (vacuum sealed foil bags) inside.