Technical data sheet
Reference Nº: PLA-043
Date: 01/03/2026
MILK THISTLE powder
| CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION | |
| BOTANICAL NAME | Sylybum marianum (L.) Gaertner |
| PART PLANT USED | Seed (Fruit) |
| GEOGRAPHICAL ORIGIN | Europe |
| CULTIVATED / WILDLIFE | Cultivated |
| COLLECTION PROCEDURE | Mechanic |
| EXTINCTION DANGER | NO |
| PRESERVATIVES | Absence |
| APPEARANCE | Brown powder* |
| ODOUR | Characteristic |
| TASTE | Characteristic |
Specifications
Standard
Method
| FOREIGN MATTER | ≤2.0% | Internal Method |
| LOSS ON DRYING | ≤8.0% | Internal Method |
| TOTAL ASH | ≤8.0% | Internal Method |
| ASSAY: Silymarin (dried drug) HPLC | ≥1.5% | Internal Method |
Metals
Pollutants
Standard
Method
| NICKEL | ≤8 ppm | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| ARSENIC | ≤2 ppm | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| LEAD | ≤3 ppm | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| CADMIUM | ≤0.1 ppm | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| MERCURY | ≤0.1 ppm | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
Contaminants
Contaminants
Standard
Assay
| PESTICIDES | Complies | Reg. (CE) No 396/2005 |
| PA´s | ≤400 ppb | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| OCHRATOXIN A | ≤10 ppb | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| AFLATOXINS (B1 & B1+B2+G1+G2) | ≤2ppb – ≤4ppb | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| TA´s | ≤25 ppb | Reg. (CE) No 2023/915 |
| BENZOPYRENES | ≤10 ppb | Internal Method |
| PAH´s | ≤50 ppb | Internal Method |
Other informations
Use: Food conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 178/2002.
Product suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
GMO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 1829/2003 & No 1830/2003.
BSE/TSE Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 999/2001.
Allergens conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.May contain traces of GLUTEN.
Contaminants Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 2023/915.
Pesticides Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 396/2005.
NON Irradiated product conforms to the EU Dir. No 1999/2/EC.
Nanomaterial Technology UNTREATED product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
Product is NOT tested on animals.
Dopants Substances free product conforms to the WADA List.
Heat-treated product.
STORAGE: Keep in tightly closed containers, store in a cool dark place, away from light, humidity and heat sources.
Shelf life: 3 years.
Norms: Complies manufacturer´s specifications.
For the indicated regulations and directives, subsequent modifications are included.
ALL DATA SHOWN ARE FROM OUR SUPPLIER-MANUFACTURER. THE ABOVE INFORMATION DOES NOT EXEMPT FROM THE OBLIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND CONTROL THE PRODUCT IN RELATION TO THE INTENDED USE. THIS DOCUMENT IS GENERATED BY COMPUTER AND IS VALID WITHOUT SIGNATURE.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Product suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
GMO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 1829/2003 & No 1830/2003.
BSE/TSE Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 999/2001.
Allergens conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.May contain traces of GLUTEN.
Contaminants Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 2023/915.
Pesticides Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 396/2005.
NON Irradiated product conforms to the EU Dir. No 1999/2/EC.
Nanomaterial Technology UNTREATED product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
Product is NOT tested on animals.
Dopants Substances free product conforms to the WADA List.
Heat-treated product.
STORAGE: Keep in tightly closed containers, store in a cool dark place, away from light, humidity and heat sources.
Shelf life: 3 years.
Norms: Complies manufacturer´s specifications.
For the indicated regulations and directives, subsequent modifications are included.
ALL DATA SHOWN ARE FROM OUR SUPPLIER-MANUFACTURER. THE ABOVE INFORMATION DOES NOT EXEMPT FROM THE OBLIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND CONTROL THE PRODUCT IN RELATION TO THE INTENDED USE. THIS DOCUMENT IS GENERATED BY COMPUTER AND IS VALID WITHOUT SIGNATURE.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
*Product characteristics may vary from one batch to another due to the origin of the raw materials used in its manufacture, their area of origin, or natural factors associated with them. These variations may affect parameters such as color, odor, taste, or moisture, without compromising its properties or quality.
*The technical data sheets are informative and may not be up-to-date. Please contact us for the latest version.
*Any additional information or supporting documentation will be provided upon request or against order.
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In our own quality laboratory in Spain.
Constant
stock rotation.
stock rotation.
To guarantee fresh batches at all times.
Punctuality and quality of delivery.
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