# Psyllium husk (Plantago ovata)

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Last reviewed: 2026-10-17 · Green Future Clinics P.S.A.

Psyllium husk is the seed husk of Plantago ovata, a mucilage-rich source of soluble dietary fibre grown mainly in Gujarat and Rajasthan, India. It is specified by purity, swelling index, particle size and microbiology.

Synonyms: Ispaghula husk; Plantago ovata Forssk. seed husk; Isabgol

## Technical data

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS | 8063-16-9 |
| Pharmacopoeia / standards | Ph. Eur. (Ispaghula husk); USP (Psyllium husk) |
| Grade | 95%, 98% and 99% purity; whole husk or powder; food and pharmacopoeial grades |
| Appearance | Pinkish-white to beige flakes or fine powder |
| Typical packaging | 25 kg multi-wall paper or woven PP bags with PE liner |
| Category | Botanical |
| Status | Core range |

## Documents provided

- Specification and batch CoA
- Swelling index and purity data
- Ethylene oxide and 2-chloroethanol results (accredited lab)
- Pesticide residues (Reg. (EC) 396/2005)
- Heavy metals and contaminants (Reg. (EU) 2023/915)
- Origin, non-irradiation, allergen and GMO statements
- Food-safety certificate of the processor

## Applications

Soluble-fibre ingredient for food supplements and foods; pharmacopoeial grade for medicinal products.

## Regulatory notes

Food ingredient subject to EU contaminant limits (Reg. (EU) 2023/915) and pesticide MRLs (Reg. (EC) 396/2005). We require ethylene oxide results for every batch.

## Verification

- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/#query=8063-16-9

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