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Common Name: |
Sassafras Powder |
Botanical Name: |
Sassafras albidum |
Family: |
Lauraceae |
Plant Parts Used: |
Root Bark |
Form: |
Powder |
Color Appearance: |
Brown Color Powder * (due to the nature of natural ingredients, color may slightly vary) |
Mesh Size: |
60 ~ 80 mesh |
Certifications: |
USDA, EU, Kosher |
Country of Origin: |
India |
Product Applications: |
Nutraceuticals, Cosmetics, Herbal Teas, Capsules, Tablets, Functional foods beverages |
Product Offerings: |
Sassafras Powder |
Sassafras Powder: Overview
Sassafras powder, derived from the root bark of the Sassafras albidum tree, is a versatile botanical ingredient with a distinct flavor and history of use in various culinary and medicinal traditions. Commonly known as "file powder," it has deep roots in Southern American cuisine, particularly in Creole and Cajun cooking, where it serves as a key ingredient in gumbo dishes. Sassafras powder has a unique, mildly sweet, and citrusy taste that can add depth and complexity to a variety of dishes.
Historically, Sassafras has been utilized for its potential health benefits, including as a mild diuretic and for its aromatic properties. However, it's important to note that sassafras contains safrole, a compound that has been deemed carcinogenic in high doses, and its use in food and beverages is now regulated in many countries.
As a result, Sassafras powder has mainly transitioned into a culinary spice, enhancing the flavor of soups, stews, and sauces, while its traditional medicinal uses have diminished due to safety concerns.
Absolutely - This product is 100% natural and derived from plants. No animal-derived products are used in this, making it the perfect product for vegetarians and vegans.
We hold ourselves to rigorous farming standards - it’s not necessarily cheaper or easier, but it’s what’s right. Majority of our nutrient rich products are grown in our own organic farms under strict USDA guidelines, which enables full control over consistency and quality.
Every Batch is Tested.
Our standards are rigorous and thorough. We test every single batch of our botanicals through a third-party lab to ensure that the products you receive are the highest quality available, without pesticides or heavy metals.
Heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium are tested for every batch that we produce. We also ensure that our product complies with the California prop 65 regulations for lead content below 0.5 ppm levels.
Absolutely - Yes. All the powders we produce, are processed using steam sterilization method and complies with FDA standards for microbial safety.
Consumption of products containing E.coli & Salmonella may pose health issues like stomach cramps, abdominal pains, nausea, etc. All of our products are 100% free of E.coli & Salmonella.
All of our powders complies with FDA standards for microbial safety.
Total Plate Count - NMT 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold - NMT 1000 cfu/g
Coliforms - NMT 100 cfu/g
E.Coli - Absent
Salmonella - Absent
Staphylococcus aureus - Absent
Pseudomonas aeruginosa - Absent
We strive to ship all the orders within 5 business days.
Box dimensions: 17"L x 17"W x 12"H
Pallet dimensions: 48"L x 40"W x 62"H
Our pricing is all FOB, shipping will be charged during checkout or you can pick-up your product from our warehouses.
Let us do the heavy lifting! We offer competitive shipping rates to the contiguous United States & Canada. Depending on your total order weight, you will have the option to select from the following shipping methods.
Ground Shipping (add your product to the cart to get a live rate)
Less-Than-Truckload Freight for orders over 150 pounds.
Full-Truckload Freight for orders over 19,000 pounds.