Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material

Q: Can this BRM detect adulteration with other Plantago species or fillers?

Yes. Comparing a test sample's HPTLC profile against this Plantago ovata reference material can help distinguish genuine psyllium husk from other Plantago species (such as Plantago psyllium/afra), non-husk plant fillers, or synthetic mucilage substitutes.

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BioTrace Labs' Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material is a certified Plantago ovata botanical reference material, developed for HPTLC fingerprinting, phytochemical authentication, and herbal quality-control testing. Each Plantago ovata seed husk reference material batch is botanically verified and profiled to confirm its mucilage polysaccharide and iridoid glycoside composition, giving analytical laboratories, herbal and food manufacturers, and researchers a dependable psyllium husk HPTLC reference material for identity confirmation and comparative phytochemical analysis. As a trusted psyllium husk reference material supplier, BioTrace Labs supplies laboratories and manufacturers across the USA, giving them confidence in the authenticity and traceability of every batch they buy.

SKU: BL86246

Category: Botanical Reference Material (BRM)

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Description

Parameter	Details
Botanical Name	Plantago ovata
Other Names	Psyllium Husk, Ispaghula, Isabgol
Plant Part Used	Seed Husk
Family	Plantaginaceae
Chemical Constituents	Arabinoxylan mucilage polysaccharides, aucubin (iridoid glycoside)
Use	HPTLC, herbal standardization, phytochemical fingerprinting, botanical authentication
Product Form	Whole Dry / Powdered (at 5% extra cost)
Type	Botanical Reference Material (BRM) / Testing purpose
Reference Type	Voucher-grade botanical reference material

Why Use Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material?

Psyllium Husk (Plantago ovata) is widely used in dietary-fiber, food, and herbal-product testing. A characterized botanical reference material provides laboratories with a defined plant material for comparison during identity testing, chromatographic fingerprinting, and raw-material quality assessment.

BioTrace Labs' Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material is intended for analytical and research applications including HPTLC profiling, botanical authentication, phytochemical comparison, and herbal raw-material standardization.

HPTLC Analysis Profile

HPTLC compliant, using an optimized psyllium husk HPTLC fingerprint method
Detection under UV 254 nm / 366 nm, plus derivatization
Produces a reproducible mucilage-sugar and iridoid glycoside fingerprint for identity confirmation

Applications

Dietary-fiber and herbal raw-material standardization, and psyllium husk botanical authentication
Quality control laboratories running comparative phytochemical and mucilage-content analysis
Academic and industrial research using Plantago ovata BRM
Detecting adulteration with other Plantago species (e.g., Plantago psyllium/afra), non-husk fillers, or synthetic mucilage substitutes

Documentation Provided

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) provided on request — downloadable via the “Download CoA” button or by using “Ask a Question.”

Packaging & Storage

Packed in airtight, light-resistant containers
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and humidity to preserve mucilage content and swelling capacity

Disclaimer

For analytical and research purposes only. Not intended for direct consumption.

Frequently asked questions

What is Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material?

Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material is a certified Plantago ovata reference material used to confirm identity and authenticity through HPTLC fingerprinting and phytochemical comparison.

What is a psyllium husk HPTLC fingerprint used for?

A psyllium husk HPTLC fingerprint is a chromatographic profile of its mucilage-derived sugars and iridoid glycosides, used to confirm that a raw material is genuine Plantago ovata husk and free from substitution.

How does this BRM support botanical authentication of psyllium husk?

It provides a verified comparison standard against which an unknown psyllium husk sample's HPTLC or phytochemical profile can be matched, confirming species identity and detecting mislabeling.

What are the key phytochemical markers in this Plantago ovata reference material?

The primary markers are arabinoxylan mucilage polysaccharides and aucubin, an iridoid glycoside, which together form psyllium husk's characteristic fingerprint.

Can this BRM detect adulteration with other Plantago species or fillers?

Yes. Comparing a test sample's HPTLC profile against this Plantago ovata reference material can help distinguish genuine psyllium husk from other Plantago species (such as Plantago psyllium/afra), non-husk plant fillers, or synthetic mucilage substitutes.

Is this BRM available in bulk from a supplier?

Yes, BioTrace Labs is a psyllium husk reference material supplier offering both standard 5g/10g packs and bulk quantities, contact us via “Ask a Question” for bulk or custom orders.

Does this BRM come with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA)?

Yes, a Certificate of Analysis confirming the HPTLC fingerprint and identity of each batch is available on request via the Download CoA option.

How should this BRM be stored to preserve its mucilage content?

Store it in a cool, dry place inside its original airtight, light-resistant packaging, away from direct light and humidity, to preserve its mucilage content and swelling capacity.

Do you ship Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material within the USA?

Yes. BioTrace Labs is a US-based supplier of Psyllium Husk Botanical Reference Material, so US laboratories and manufacturers can order without the customs delays or import paperwork that come with overseas suppliers.