PSYLLIUM HUSK POWDER

Description

Psyllium Husk Powder is a natural fiber obtained from the outer husk of the seeds of the Plantago ovata plant. It is a fine, light beige powder rich in soluble fiber and mucilage, widely used in food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic applications.

When mixed with water, psyllium forms a gel-like mass that provides thickening, binding, stabilizing, and moisture-retaining properties. In personal care products, it is used as a natural thickener, film former, and soothing ingredient.

Benefits

• Excellent natural thickening agent
• Provides gel-forming and stabilizing properties
• Rich source of soluble dietary fiber
• Helps retain moisture in formulations
• Soothes and softens skin
• Can improve texture and viscosity
• Biodegradable and plant-derived
• Useful in natural and clean-label formulations
• Supports digestive health in food and supplement applications

Solubility: Insoluble in oils

CAS Number: 8063-30-7

INCI Name: Plantago Ovata Seed Husk Powder

Grade: Cosmetic grade

PH: 4.0 – 7.0

APPEARANCE: Off-white to light cream or pale beige in color

APPLICATION:

• Dietary supplements – Fiber supplements for digestive health.
• Pharmaceutical products – Bulk-forming laxatives to help relieve occasional constipation.
• Food products – Used in breakfast cereals, bakery products, gluten-free foods, beverages, and health foods to increase fiber content and improve texture.
• Functional foods – Added to products intended to support digestive wellness and promote satiety.
• Animal feed – Included in some feed formulations as a source of dietary fiber.

Usage Rate: 0.5% – 5%

Country of Origin: United States

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