Baobab is the common name of a genus of trees (Adansonia). There are nine species. Six species live in the drier parts of Madagascar, two in mainland Africa, one in Australia and three in India, Ranchi.
HISTORY
The tree originated in the Middle East.
Description
The baobab is the National tree of Madagascar. Africa is well known in producing superior baobab. It has somewhat acidic flavor, described as somewhere between grapefruit, pear and vanilla. The fruit has a velvety shell is about the size of a coconut.
Baobab Stock Information
Details
| Type | Fruit Extract |
| Place of Origin | Africa |
| Certification | SGS |
| Storage | Dry Place |
| Variety | Baobab Fruit Powder |
| Grade | Food |
| Appearance | Yellow Powder |
| Form | Powder |
| Product Name | Baobab Fruit Powder |
| Shelf life | 2 years |
| Part | Fruit |
| Latin Name | Baobab Fruit Powder |
| Part Used | Fruit |
| Test | Specification | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow powder | Complies |
| Assay | 10:1 | Complies |
| Odor | Characteristic | Complies |
| Taste | Characteristic | Complies |
| Mesh | 100% pass 80 mesh | Complies |
| Loss on drying | MAX. 5.0% | 3.07% |
| Total ash | MAX. 3.0 % | 2.23% |
| Heavy metals | MAX.10 ppm | Complies |
| Pesticides | Negative | Complies |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water | Complies |
| Total of bacteria | ≤100cfu/g | Complies |
| Yeast & Mold | Negative | Complies |
| Salmonella | Negative | Complies |
| E. Coli | Negative | Complies |
| Staphylococci: | Negative | Complies |
Packaging & Delivery
| Packaging Details | 5,10,20,25,50 KGS PP BAG |
| Delivery Time | 15-30 days |