Psyllium Husk
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Country Of Origin : India
Premium Food-Grade Psyllium Husk: Bulk Supply & Export Specifications
Food-grade psyllium husk (Plantago ovata husk / Isabgol) is a premium, plant-derived soluble dietary fiber valued globally for its exceptionally high mucilage content, swelling capacity, and binding properties. Sourced from the prime agricultural belts of India, our food-grade psyllium husk undergoes multi-stage mechanical cleaning, de-husking, and strict microbiological screening to deliver pure, foreign-matter-free fiber tailored for commercial food manufacturing, nutraceutical formulations, and bakery production.
Technical Specifications & Quality Parameters
Our food-grade psyllium husk is processed under stringent quality control standards to meet global food safety regulations (including US FDA, EU, and FSSAI guidelines). Every shipment is accompanied by a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (CoA) from an accredited laboratory.
| Specification Parameter | Technical Limit / Standard | Method / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Plantago ovata / Plantago ispaghula | Botanical Identity |
| Purity Grades Offered | 85%, 95%, 98%, and 99% min. | Manual / Optical Sort |
| Swell Volume | ≥ 35 ml/g to ≥ 50 ml/g (grade-dependent) | USP / IP Method |
| Moisture Content | Max 10.0% – 12.0% | Oven Dry Method |
| Total Ash | Max 4.0% | Gravimetric |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | Max 1.0% | Gravimetric |
| Dietary Fiber Content | ≥ 80% – 85% Total Dietary Fiber | AOAC |
| Heavy Metals | Lead < 1.0 ppm, Arsenic < 1.0 ppm, Cadmium < 0.5 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Microbiological Limits | E. coli: Absent; Salmonella: Absent/25g; Yeast & Mold < 10,000 CFU/g | ISO / BAM |
Purity Grades & Particle Sizing Matrix
To match your processing equipment and end-product texture needs, we offer whole psyllium husk and milled psyllium husk powder across customized mesh sizes
| Product Form | Purity Grade | Mesh Size | Primary Industry Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Psyllium Husk | 95% / 98% / 99% | Natural Flake / Raw Cut | Breakfast cereals, whole-fiber retail packs, health snacks. |
| Coarse Husk Powder | 85% / 95% | 40 – 60 Mesh | Bakery premixes, animal feed fiber, industrial food blending. |
| Standard Fine Powder | 95% / 98% / 99% | 80 Mesh | Gluten-free bakery, functional beverages, instant fiber drinks. |
| Ultra-Fine Powder | 98% / 99% | 100 – 200 Mesh | Capsule filling, sachet mixes, dietary supplement tablets. |
- Gluten-Free Bakery & Food Processing: Acts as a hydrocolloid structure-builder, mimicking gluten in gluten-free breads, pizzas, and pastries while retaining moisture and extending shelf life.
- Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: High soluble fiber content makes it a foundational ingredient in bulk-forming fiber powders, capsules, and digestive wellness formulations.
- Functional Beverages & Smoothies: Utilized as a natural thickening agent and dietary fiber enricher in drink mixes, meal replacements, and sachet formulations.
- Meat & Vegan Protein Processing: Functions as a clean-label binder and water retention agent in plant-based meat substitutes and processed meat items.
- Export Packaging: 25 kg / 50 kg multi-ply paper bags or woven HDPE bags with inner food-grade LDPE liner to protect against ambient humidity. Customized private-label packaging and jumbo bulk bags (500 kg – 1000 kg) are available upon request.
- HS Code: 1211.90.32 (Psyllium Husk) / 1211.90.99
- Container Loadability (FCL):
- 20ft FCL: ~8 – 10 Metric Tons (Whole Husk) / ~14 – 16 Metric Tons (Psyllium Powder).
- 40ft FCL: ~18 – 23 Metric Tons (Powder).
Enigma Exports | Bulk Food-Grade Psyllium Husk & Powder Supplier
Company Description
Enigma Exports is a premier Indian merchant exporter specializing exclusively in the international supply of high-purity, food-grade Psyllium Husk (Plantago ovata) and Psyllium Husk Powder. Sourced directly from prime agricultural trade belts in Gujarat and processed under strict quality controls, we deliver premium soluble dietary fiber tailored for B2B procurement heads, food manufacturers, nutraceutical formulators, and industrial bakery chains worldwide.
We bridge Indian agricultural sourcing with global standards, supplying buyers across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia with batch-tested, clean-label psyllium products backed by complete technical documentation.
Product Range & Technical Specifications
We supply whole husk and fine powder across standardized purity levels and customized mesh sizes:
- Purity Grades Available: 85%, 95%, 98%, and 99% Minimum Purity.
Product Forms & Mesh Sizes:
- Whole Psyllium Husk: Natural raw flakes for whole-fiber retail packs, breakfast cereals, and health snacks.
- Coarse Husk Powder (40–60 Mesh): Designed for bakery premixes, industrial blending, and fiber fortification.
- Standard Fine Powder (80 Mesh): The global industry standard for gluten-free baking, functional beverages, and instant drink mixes.
- Ultra-Fine Powder (100–200 Mesh): Engineered for encapsulation, sachet formulations, and dietary supplement tablets.
Key Parameters: High swelling index (≥ 35 ml/g to ≥ 50 ml/g), high mucilage yield, low heavy metal limits, and strict moisture control (< 10-12%).
Key B2B Industry Applications
- Gluten-Free Bakery & Food Processing: Functions as a natural hydrocolloid structure-builder, mimicking gluten elasticity, retaining crumb moisture, and extending shelf life in gluten-free breads, pastries, and pizza dough.
- Nutraceuticals & Dietary Wellness: Premium raw material for bulk-forming digestive fiber powders, capsules, and wellness formulations.
- Functional Beverages & Smoothies: Clean-label thickening agent and soluble fiber enricher in drink mixes, meal replacement shakes, and sachets.
- Plant-Based & Meat Processing: Clean-label water binder and texture improver in vegan meat substitutes and processed meat items.
Quality Control, Packaging & Export Logistics
- Eyes-on-Product Oversight: Ground-level quality inspection at Gujarat sourcing hubs to ensure zero-defect batches and foreign-matter-free fiber.
- Regulatory Compliance: Processed in ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, Kosher, and Halal-certified facilities. Every shipment is delivered with a full Certificate of Analysis (CoA) meeting US FDA, EU, and FSSAI standards.
- Export Packaging: 25 kg multi-ply food-grade paper bags or woven HDPE bags with inner LDPE liners. Custom private label packaging and 500 kg – 1000 kg bulk jumbo bags available.
Logistics & Dispatch: Rapid container consolidation (FCL/LCL) with direct dispatch out of Mundra/ JNPT / Mumbai port.
