Botanical Reference Material (BRM)
Botanical Reference Materials FAQs
What is a Botanical Reference Material (BRM)?
A Botanical Reference Material is a characterized plant-derived sample - such as a rhizome, leaf, root, seed, or flower - used as a comparison standard to confirm the identity, purity, and authenticity of raw materials through techniques like HPTLC fingerprinting and phytochemical analysis.
How many Botanical Reference Materials does BioTrace Labs offer?
BioTrace Labs offers a growing range of BRMs covering commonly used botanicals such as Turmeric, Tulsi, Shatavari, Moringa, Nutmeg, Long Pepper, and more, with each material characterized for its specific marker compounds and authentication use.
What pack sizes are available for Botanical Reference Materials?
Each BRM is available in standard 5g and 10g pack sizes, with bulk or custom quantities available on request for laboratories and manufacturers with higher testing volumes.
How do I choose the right BRM for my testing needs?
Select a BRM based on the raw material you need to authenticate - each product page lists the botanical name, plant part used, and key chemical constituents so you can match it to your test method, whether HPTLC, phytochemical fingerprinting, or herbal identity confirmation.
What information is provided with each Botanical Reference Material?
Each BRM listing specifies the botanical name, common/vernacular names, plant part used, plant family, and primary chemical constituents, giving labs the details needed to confirm suitability before testing.
Are these Botanical Reference Materials suitable for regulatory or quality control testing?
Yes, BRMs from BioTrace Labs are intended for use in identity confirmation, adulteration detection, and phytochemical comparison workflows that support quality control, regulatory compliance, and research validation.
Does each Botanical Reference Material come with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA)?
Yes, a Certificate of Analysis confirming the identity and key analytical parameters is available for each BRM batch on request.
Can I order Botanical Reference Materials in bulk or request a botanical not listed on the site?
Yes, bulk orders and custom or currently unlisted botanical reference materials can be requested by reaching out via the "Ask a Question" or Contact Us option, and our team will assist with availability and pricing.