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Psyllium Husk

The husk of Psyllium is the actual coating of mucilage around the seed. It is considered pure dietary fiber and are the only part of the plant used in manufacturing Psyllium products. Its nutritional value consists mainly of glycosides, proteins, polysaccharides, vitamin B1, and choline. Fiber content of over 80% compared to less than 15% for oat bran and 10% for wheat bran.The husk is composed mostly of a fiber called hemicellulose which is a complex carbohydrate found in whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Hemicellulose is indigestible, however, it is partially broken down in the colon and feeds the friendly intestinal flora.

Common Names of Psyllium:

Flea, lspaghua, Spogel, Plantago Psyllium, Isaphgol, Plantago sp., Isabgula, Plantaginis Ovatae Testa

Botanical Names of Psyllium

MPlantago Ovata, Plantago Ispaghula

Psyllium Other Name: Psyllii semen, Blond Psyllium, Cleansing Plaintain, Natural dietary Fiber, Herbal supplement, Fiber - blend, Laxative, Nutrition- Herbs, Feed Supplement, Pale Psyllium

Psyllium Husk Specifications & Qualities:


Description Psyllium Husk 85% Psyllium Husk 95% Psyllium Husk 98% Psyllium Husk 99%
Description Plantago Ovata Frosk  Husk. The Odour is not Marked Plantago Ovata Frosk  Husk. The Odour is not Marked Plantago Ovata Frosk  Husk. The Odour is not Marked Plantago Ovata Frosk  Husk. The Odour is not Marked
Taste Blend Mucilaginous Blend Mucilaginous Blend Mucilaginous Blend Mucilaginous
Moisture 12% Maximum 12% Maximum 12% Maximum 12% Maximum
Swell Volume Not less than 27 ml/gm Not less than 35 ml/gm Not less than 40 ml/gm Not less than 45 ml/gm
Total Ash 4% Maximum 4% Maximum 4% Maximum 4% Maximum
Acid Insoluble Ash 1% Maximum 1% Maximum 1% Maximum 1% Maximum
Heavy Extraneous Matter 0.5% Maximum 0.5% Maximum 0.5% Maximum 0.5% Maximum
Light Extraneous Matter 15% Maximum 5% Maximum 2% Maximum 1% Maximum
Insect Infestation Not more than 100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams Not more than 100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams Not more than 100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams Not more than 100 insect fragments including mites and psocides per 25 grams

Product Purity Swell Volume
Psyllium Husk 70% Above 70% Not less than 22 ml/gm
Psyllium Husk 80% Above 80% Not less than 25 ml/gm

Note: This specification complies to USP version. We can also provide material as per BP and EP.

Rajganga Agro Product P Ltd is manufacturer, supplier and exporters of Psyllium Husk.

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Psyllium Husk Packing & Dispatch
Special Care is taken for bulk packaging of the product to ensure quality and safety during transit and while storage. 

Packaging Weights / Volumes All kinds of packaging solutions can be provided. Generally following are used.


Jumbo HDPE Bags 475 kg.  & 950 kg.
Conventional Gunny bags with inner food-grade poly-liner 25 kg. & 40 kg.
Paper bags with inner food-grade poly-liner 10 kg., 20 kg. & 25 kg.