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Grains of Paradise Extract (Aframomum melegueta) – 6-Gingerol + 6-shogaol 1–5%
Aframomum melegueta
- Marker compound
- 6-Gingerol + 6-shogaol
- Standardisation
- 1–5% (HPLC)
- Assay method
- HPLC
- Plant part
- Seed
- Origin
- Ghana, Nigeria
Grains of Paradise Extract (Aframomum melegueta) – 6-Gingerol + 6-shogaol 1–5%
Grains of Paradise extract is produced from the seed of Aframomum melegueta (Zingiberaceae family) and supplied as a standardized extract powder, standardized to 6-Gingerol + 6-shogaol. Available grades: 1%, 5%. Typical sourcing: Ghana, Nigeria. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements.
1%5%
Specifications
| Botanical name | Aframomum melegueta |
| Common names | Grains of paradise |
| Plant family / part | Zingiberaceae / Seed |
| Marker compound | 6-Gingerol + 6-shogaol |
| Phytochemical class | Polyphenols › Gingerols & shogaols |
| Available grades | 1%, 5% |
| Assay method | HPLC |
| Form | Standardized Extract |
| Origin | Ghana, Nigeria |
| Pack sizes | Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg |
| Shelf life & storage | Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light |
Formulation focus
- Weight Management
Industries
Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Traditional systems: African traditional
Documentation
The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.
For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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