Moringa Leaf
Moringa oleifera
Standardised leaf extract from Indian subcontinental sourcing. Polyphenol- and isothiocyanate-profiled for nutraceutical and functional formulations.
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Botanical reference
Moringa oleifera.
- Family
- Moringaceae
- Plant part
- Leaf
- Origin
- India
Overview
Moringa Leaf (Moringa oleifera Lam.) is a fast-growing pan-tropical tree native to the southern foothills of the Himalayas. Motark sources Moringa leaf material from established polyphenol-rich Indian supply chains in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, with primary processing colocated at origin to minimise post-harvest oxidation.
Extraction is performed in GMP-aligned facilities through hydroalcoholic and water-based processes. Total polyphenols are characterised by HPLC against a reference standard, with a standard release specification of ≥ 5% w/w (typical 10:1 leaf extract). Higher-spec tiers (≥ 10%, ≥ 20%) and isothiocyanate-profiled fractions (glucomoringin / moringin) are available against the formulation brief.
Traditional use
Moringa leaves have a long-standing place in Indian Ayurvedic preparations and across the dietary traditions of much of sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. The leaf is typically consumed as a fresh vegetable, a dried powder, or an aqueous infusion.
Motark's compound monograph documents the traditional context as cultural background only. No therapeutic claims are made and no dosage guidance is provided through this site — these are matters for licensed practitioners and the regulatory frameworks of the markets in which finished products are sold.
Modern research
The characterised phytochemistry of Moringa oleifera spans a broad polyphenol fingerprint (flavonoids including quercetin, kaempferol, and rutin; chlorogenic acids), glucosinolates and their isothiocyanate hydrolysis products (notably 4-(α-L-rhamnopyranosyloxy)-benzyl isothiocyanate, also known as moringin), and a range of sterols, tocopherols, and trace minerals.
Published peer-reviewed work covers analytical method development, oxidative-stress assay characterisation, and nutritional-composition mapping. Citations available on request from the team.
Specifications
Release spec.
Standard commercial specification below. Higher-spec tiers and custom standardisations available against the formulation brief.
- Botanical name
- Moringa oleifera Lam.
- Family
- Moringaceae
- Plant part
- Leaf
- Extraction solvent
- Water / hydroalcoholic (50% EtOH)
- Extraction ratio (DER)
- 10:1 standard; 20:1 on request
- Standardisation marker
- Total polyphenols (HPLC)
- Specification
- ≥ 5% w/w total polyphenols (≥ 10%, ≥ 20% available)
- Appearance
- Fine green powder
- Particle size
- 80 mesh (US standard)
- Loss on drying
- ≤ 5.0%
- Heavy metals
- Pb < 0.5 ppm · As < 1.0 ppm · Cd < 0.3 ppm · Hg < 0.1 ppm
- Microbial
- TPC < 1,000 CFU/g · Y&M < 100 CFU/g · E. coli absent in 1 g
- Pesticide residues
- Compliant with USP <565>, EU MRLs
Markers and supply
Active markers and packaging.
Active markers
Total polyphenols
≥ 5% w/w (≥ 10%, ≥ 20% available)
Method: HPLC
Quercetin glycosides
Profiled per batch
Method: HPLC
Moringin (isothiocyanate)
Characterised per batch
Method: HPLC
Packaging
- Bulk powder
- 1 kg · 5 kg · 25 kg fibre drums (food-grade liner, vacuum-sealed)
- Custom packaging
- Available on request for OEM partners
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed and protected from moisture.
Shelf life: 24 months from date of manufacture when stored sealed under specified conditions
Total polyphenolsStructure & references
Total polyphenols.
The release marker for Moringa Leaf is Total polyphenols, quantified by hplc against a reference standard at a specification of ≥ 5%.
PubChem record
CID 5280343Structural data, IUPAC name, SMILES, and physicochemical properties mirrored from the canonical record at the US National Library of Medicine.
Regulatory status
Status by market.
Regulatory framework summary for the markets covered as standard. Additional jurisdictions and custom dossier work routed through the regulatory team.
Applications
Common uses.
- Capsule, tablet, and powder supplement formulations
- Tea and instant-drink blends
- Superfood and protein-blend formulations (high natural protein content)
- Functional food fortification — bread, pasta, snack applications
- Custom-spec extract supply for OEM and contract manufacturers
Documentation pack
Standard deliverables.
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — per batch, retained 7 yearsPer batch
- Specification sheetPer batch
- Heavy metals reportPer batch
- Pesticide residue reportPer batch
- Microbial testing reportPer batch
- Stability dataPer batch
- Country of origin certificatePer batch
- Material Safety Data SheetPer batch
For procurement and formulation
Sample, quote, or full dossier.
Request a representative sample with the standard intake pack, pricing for your specified spec tier and annual volume, or the full regulatory dossier on request from the team.
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