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Yacon Extract (Smallanthus sonchifolius) – Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) 30–60%
Smallanthus sonchifolius
- Marker compound
- Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
- Standardisation
- 30–60% (HPLC)
- Assay method
- HPLC
- Plant part
- Root
- Origin
- Peru, Bolivia
Yacon Extract (Smallanthus sonchifolius) – Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) 30–60%
Yacon extract is produced from the root of Smallanthus sonchifolius (Asteraceae family) and supplied as a fibre and prebiotic ingredient, standardized to Fructooligosaccharides (FOS). Available grades: 30%, 60%. Typical sourcing: Peru, Bolivia. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements, food & beverage.
30%60%
Specifications
| Botanical name | Smallanthus sonchifolius |
| Common names | Yacon |
| Plant family / part | Asteraceae / Root |
| Marker compound | Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) |
| Phytochemical class | Polysaccharides › Fructans & prebiotic oligosaccharides |
| Available grades | 30%, 60% |
| Assay method | HPLC |
| Form | Fibre & Prebiotic |
| Origin | Peru, Bolivia |
| 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
- Digestive & Gut Health
Industries
Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Beverage
Traditional systems: Latin American & Amazonian
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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