Product Function
1. Anti - inflammatory
• Curcumin is a potent anti - inflammatory agent. It can inhibit the activation of nuclear factor - kappa B (NF - κB), a key regulator of inflammation. By suppressing NF - κB, curcumin reduces the production of pro - inflammatory cytokines such as interleukin - 1β (IL - 1β), interleukin - 6 (IL - 6), and tumor necrosis factor - α (TNF - α). This helps in alleviating inflammation in various conditions like arthritis, where it may reduce joint pain and swelling.
2. Antioxidant
• As an antioxidant, curcumin can neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that can damage cells, proteins, and DNA. Curcumin donates electrons to these free radicals, thereby stabilizing them and preventing oxidative damage. This antioxidant property may play a role in preventing chronic diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders.
3. Anticancer Potential
• It has shown potential in cancer prevention and treatment. Curcumin can interfere with multiple cancer - related processes. For example, it may induce apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, inhibit angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow), and suppress the metastasis of cancer cells.
Application
1. Medicine
• In traditional medicine, especially Ayurvedic medicine, curcumin has been used for various ailments. In modern medicine, it is being studied for its potential use in treating diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, Alzheimer's disease, and certain types of cancer.
2. Food and Cosmetics
• In the food industry, curcumin is used as a natural food coloring agent due to its bright yellow color. In cosmetics, it is added to some products for its antioxidant properties, which may help in skin health, such as reducing signs of aging and protecting the skin from environmental damage.
CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product Name |
Curcumin |
Specification |
Company Standard |
CAS No. |
458-37-7 |
Manufacture Date |
2024.9.10 |
Quantity |
1000KG |
Analysis Date |
2024.9.17 |
Batch No. |
BF-240910 |
Expiry Date |
2026.9.9 |
Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Assay (HPLC) |
≥ 98% |
98% |
Appearance |
Yellow orange powder |
Complies |
Odor |
Characteristic |
Complies |
Sieve Analysis |
98% pass 80 mesh |
Complies |
Loss on Drying |
≤ 1.0% |
0.81% |
Sulphated Ash |
≤ 1.0% |
0.64% |
Extract Solvent |
Ethanol & Water |
Complies |
Heavy Metal |
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Total Heavy Metal |
≤ 10 ppm |
Complies |
Lead (Pb) |
≤ 2.0 ppm |
Complies |
Arsenic (As) |
≤ 2.0 ppm |
Complies |
Cadmium (Cd) |
≤ 2.0 ppm |
Complies |
Mercury (Hg) |
≤ 1.0 ppm |
Complies |
Microbiological Test |
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Total Plate Count |
≤ 10000 CFU/g |
Complies |
Yeast & Mold |
≤ 1000 CFU/g |
Complies |
E.Coli |
Negative |
Complies |
Salmonella |
Negative |
Complies |
Staph-aureus |
Negative |
Complies |
Package |
Packed in plastic bag inside and aluminum foil bag outside. |
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Storage |
Store in a cool and dry place, keep away from strong light and heat. |
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Shelf Life |
Two years when properly stored. |
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Conclusion |
Sample Qualified. |