Description

Datura Stramonium Powder is a botanical extract derived from the dried leaves and flowering tops of the Datura stramonium plant, standardized for its alkaloid content. This product is valued for its consistent phytochemical profile, which is critical for research and development in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. It serves as a key starting material for laboratories and manufacturers focused on natural product isolation, pharmacological studies, and the development of standardized herbal formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and starting material for the isolation and study of tropane alkaloids like scopolamine and atropine.
• Herbal Formulations: Incorporated into traditional and modern herbal preparations under strict quality control for specific therapeutic applications.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a source of bioactive compounds for in-vitro and in-vivo studies in pharmacology and toxicology.
• Analytical Standards: Utilized in laboratories to develop and validate analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, GC) for alkaloid quantification.
• Nutraceutical Development: Explored for use in dietary supplements, requiring rigorous standardization and safety assessment.
• Academic Studies: Employed in university and institutional research for botanical, chemical, and pharmacological education.

Basic Information

Product Name	Datura Stramonium Powder
CAS No.	8063-18-1
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Botanical Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable (Botanical Extract)
Synonyms	Jimson Weed Powder; Thorn Apple Powder; Stramonium Herb Powder; Datura Leaf Powder; Devil's Trumpet Powder; Jamestown Weed Powder; Daturae Stramonii Folium; Datura Extract Powder
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Datura Stramonium Powder is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and alkaloid content profile. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail specifications such as total alkaloid content, loss on drying, and microbial limits, ensuring traceability and compliance with relevant guidelines for botanical ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, protect from moisture and store under conditions that prevent clumping or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Description	Fine greenish-brown powder with characteristic odor
Identification (TLC/HPLC)	Conforms to standard
Total Alkaloids (as Hyoscyamine)	≥ 0.25% (or as per customer requirement)
Loss on Drying	≤ 10.0 %
Ash Content	≤ 15.0 %
Foreign Matter	≤ 2.0 %
Microbiological Limits	Meets standard requirements for herbal materials

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.