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Boswellia serrata extract, an off-white to cream fine powder in a ceramic bowl

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Boswellia Serrata Extract

Boswellia serrata Roxb. ex Colebr. · Burseraceae

Boswellic acids 65–90%, AKBA to 30%

Extracted from the oleo-gum-resin of Boswellia serrata and standardised on total boswellic acids by titration, or on AKBA by HPLC for AKBA-specified formulations.

Request a quote Specification and COA
Standardisation
Boswellic acids NLT 65%; AKBA grades to 30%
Assay method
Titration; HPLC for AKBA
Plant part
Oleo-gum-resin, wild-harvested
Appearance
Off-white to cream fine powder
Shelf life
36 months
Origin
India

Grades

Also known as Indian frankincense extract, salai guggul, shallaki

Grades and standardisation

Specifying Boswellia Serrata Extract

Total boswellic acids and AKBA are different specifications. A high total-acid grade can carry only a low single-figure AKBA content, so state which figure your formulation is dosed on.

GradeStandardisationMethodFormTypical useAvailability
Boswellic acids 65% NLT 65% total boswellic acids Titration Fine powder, 100% through 40 mesh Joint-health capsules and tablets Standard Request
Boswellic acids 75%, 85% NLT 75% or 85% Titration Fine powder Concentrated formulas On request Request
Boswellic acids 90% NLT 90% Titration Fine powder Low-dose, high-potency formats On request Request
AKBA 10%, 20% NLT 10% or 20% AKBA HPLC Fine powder AKBA-specified formulations On request Request
AKBA 30% NLT 30% AKBA HPLC Fine powder High-AKBA formulations On request Request

Standard grades are held and supplied routinely; grades on request are produced against a confirmed order. Other standardisations, mesh sizes and packs can be quoted to specification.

Boswellia Serrata Extract specification

Typical values for the boswellic acids 65% grade. The specification agreed for your order governs.

Botanical sourceBoswellia serrata Roxb. ex Colebr. (Burseraceae)
Plant partOleo-gum-resin
IdentificationPositive against reference, TLC
Total boswellic acidsNLT 65.0% w/w, titration, dry basis
AppearanceFine powder, off-white to cream
Particle size100% through 40 mesh
Loss on dryingNMT 10.0% w/w
AshNMT 10.0% w/w
Bulk densityNLT 0.25 g/ml
pH, 1% solution3.0–7.0
CultivationWild-harvested
Shelf life36 months, sealed, cool and dry
Packaging25 kg HDPE drum with PE liner
OriginIndia

Applications of Boswellia Serrata Extract

Dietary supplements · Sports nutrition · Traditional formulations

  • Capsules and tablets

    Boswellic acids 65%, or AKBA grades

  • Joint and mobility formulas

    65% powder, often with curcuminoids

  • Sports and active nutrition

    Boswellic acids 65–85%

  • High-speed tablet lines

    Granulated grade, on request

  • Beverages and gummies

    Water-dispersible grade, on request

  • Ayurvedic preparations

    Boswellic acids 65%

Documentation

Supplied with Boswellia serrata extract for UK and EU import and supplier approval.

  • Specification sheetGrade, limits and methodsBefore quotation
  • Certificate of analysisBatch results against the specificationEvery batch
  • Safety data sheetHandling, storage and transportOn request
  • Allergen and non-GMO statementsSigned declarationsOn request
  • BSE/TSE, non-irradiation and ETODeclarations for EU and UK importOn request
  • Certificate of originCountry of origin for customsWith shipment

Questions about Boswellia Serrata Extract

What is the botanical source of Boswellia Extract?

Boswellia Extract is derived from the gum resin of Boswellia serrata.

What Boswellia standardisations are available?

Different grades can be supplied based on total boswellic acids, as well as grades standardised to specific constituents such as AKBA. The required percentage and analytical method should be specified when requesting a quotation.

What is the difference between total boswellic acids and AKBA?

Total boswellic acids refer to a group of boswellic acid constituents, whereas AKBA is a specific constituent within the Boswellia profile. They are separate analytical specifications and should not be treated as equivalent measures.

What information should be included in a Boswellia enquiry?

Ideally, the enquiry should specify the required standardisation, analytical method, quantity, intended application and any additional requirements for microbiological, heavy-metal or other contaminant testing.

Can samples and batch documentation be provided?

Samples can be arranged where required, and relevant batch documentation including a COA can be provided according to the agreed commercial specification.

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