Guarana is reputed to be a stimulant and increase mental alertness, fight fatigue, and increase stamina and physical endurance.In North America, guarana has recently become a popular ingredient in energy drinks and teas.Guarana is one of the richest sources of caffeine, containing up to three times the amount of caffeine as coffee. Unlike coffee, the amount of caffeine doesn't have to be listed on guarana drinks.In addition to its stimulant properties, guarana is also a popular ingredient in herbal weight loss pills. Some evidence indicates that guarana may suppress appetite and increase fat-burning.
Fuctions:
1. Appetite suppressant
2. A flavoring in soft drinks
3. Pain relief
4. Smoking cessation
5. Stimulant
Product specifictions:
(1) Guarana extract Caffeine 10%-13% HPLC
(2) Guarana extract Caffeine 22% HPLC
Certificate of Analysis
Product name |
Guarana P.E. 10% |
Batch No. |
20090512 |
Batch Size |
400kgs |
Test Date |
2009.05.12 |
Report Date |
2009.05.12 |
Part used |
Seed |
Shelf life |
Two years |
Project |
Standard |
Result |
Appearance |
Brown Powder |
Complies |
Odor |
Characteristic |
Complies |
Origin |
Brazil |
Complies |
Caffeine(HPLC) |
≥10.0% |
10.36% |
Solubility |
Good soluble in Water |
Complies |
Loss on Drying |
≤5.0% |
2.94% |
Ash |
≤5.0% |
1.87% |
Extract Solution |
10% Ethanol& 90% Water |
Complies |
Particle Size |
90% through 80 mesh |
Complies |
Heavy Metal |
<20ppm |
Complies |
Arsenic(As) |
<2ppm |
Complies |
Lead(Pb) |
<2ppm |
Complies |
Solvents Residue |
<2ppm |
Negative |
Total Plate Count |
<1000cfu/g |
Complies |
Yeast& Mold |
<100cfu/g |
Complies |
Salmonella |
Negative |
Complies |
Staphylococcus |
Negative |
Complies |
Storage |
Store in a well-closed container away
from moisture,direct light and heat |
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