Psyllium Husk / Isabgol Husk

Indian-origin psyllium husk for global ingredient supply.

Psyllium Husk is the mucilage-rich outer coating of Plantago Ovata seeds, valued for swelling capacity, soluble fibre content and use across food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Psyllium Husk

Product Overview

A functional fibre ingredient for multiple industries.

Psyllium Husk is widely used as a bulk-forming laxative and functional ingredient in food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, beverage and bakery applications. It is valued for its bland taste, fibre profile, swelling capacity and digestive-health applications.

Product Identity

Product Name
Psyllium Husk / Isabgol Husk
Botanical Name
Plantago Ovata / Plantago Ispaghula
Origin
India
Part Used
Outer seed coating
Shelf Life
24 Months, subject to storage conditions
Available Grades
85%, 95%, 98% and 99% pure grades

Technical Profile

Purity
85% / 95% / 98% / 99%
Appearance
White to pale buff fibre husk
Odor
Faint, characteristic
Taste
Bland, mucilaginous
Moisture
≤ 10.0%
Swell Volume
≥ 35 to ≥ 70 ml/gm depending on grade
Total Ash
≤ 4.0%
Acid Insoluble Ash
≤ 1.0%
Heavy Extraneous Matter
≤ 0.5% / ≤ 0.2% depending on grade
Light Extraneous Matter
≤ 15.0% to ≤ 1.0% depending on grade

Microbiological Standards

Standard checks for export-focused supply.

Total Plate Count

< 100,000 CFU/gm

Yeast & Mould

< 1,000 CFU/gm

E. coli

Absent in 1 gm

Salmonella

Absent in 25 gm

Applications

Used across food, pharma and wellness applications.

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Food & Bakery

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Nutraceuticals

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Pharmaceuticals

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Beverages

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Capsule Formulations

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Animal Nutrition

Packaging

Export-ready packaging options.

15 KG / 25 KG Bags
50 LBS Bags
HDPE Laminated Paper Bags
PP Bags
Jute Bags
Fiber Drums