What is Holy Basil Extract 10:1?
Holy Basil Extract 10:1 is a standardized herbal extract (10:1) obtained from the Holy Basil plant. It is used as a raw material in dietary supplement production.
Product Properties
- Part used: Leaf
- Standardization: 10:1
- Solubility: Water-soluble
| Analysis | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤5.0 % |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative in 10 g |
| Salmonella | Negative in 25 g |
What is Holy Basil Extract 10:1 Used For? What is its Purpose?
What is Holy Basil Extract 10:1 used for? Holy Basil (Tulsi) is a standardized herbal raw material used in dietary supplements for stress support and general vitality as an adaptogen, due to its content of eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, and apigenin. With its standardized 10:1 content, it provides a consistent ingredient source in formulations such as capsules, powder (leaf extract), standardized extract, herbal tea, and tinctures.
Benefits and Main Uses of Holy Basil Extract 10:1
- Stress and anxiety support: Small clinical studies suggest that Holy Basil extract may help reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety; it has traditional use as an adaptogen (limited evidence).
- Blood sugar balance: Preliminary studies in people with type 2 diabetes indicate it may moderately lower fasting and postprandial blood sugar levels (limited evidence).
- Immune and antioxidant support: Due to its polyphenols and eugenol content, it exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects; traditionally used to support immunity.
- General vitality (traditional): Traditionally used in Ayurveda to support resilience against daily life stress and long-term vitality (traditional use).
Mechanism of Action and Active Components
Components such as eugenol, rosmarinic acid, and ursolic acid exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects; the adaptogenic effect is thought to be related to the modulation of hormonal pathways that regulate the stress response.
Forms of Use (Tablet, Capsule, Powder)
The powder form can be used in tablet, capsule, powder mix/sachet, and (being water-soluble) liquid/syrup formulations.
Positive Plant List Check
Holy Basil is included among the permitted (positive) plants under Turkish Food Codex dietary supplement regulations. The permitted/used part: Leaf.
Usage Rate in Dietary Supplements
According to the Restricted Substances List for Dietary Supplements, a daily usage limit of 500mg/day applies to this component/extract.
Storage, Shelf Life, and Re-test
Store in a cool, dry, and protected from light environment. The recommended re-test period is generally 3 years; it varies by manufacturer. The CoA document of the relevant batch shall be taken as the basis for the exact date.
Technical Documents and Supply — Asuka Kimya
You can contact Asuka Kimya for SDS, TDS, CoA, and supply conditions for Holy Basil Extract 10:1.
References
The usage information on this page is compiled from official herbal monographs and scientific literature (e.g., EMA/HMPC, NIH/NCCIH, Cochrane, EFSA). The product is a dietary supplement raw material and is not intended for the diagnosis or treatment of disease.