Aloe vera powder is a fine, dehydrated form of aloe vera extract, derived from the inner gel or whole leaf of the Aloe barbadensis miller plant. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical industries due to its rich bioactive compounds and health benefits. Below are the general specifications for aloe vera powder:

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder

Color: Off-white to light beige

Odor: Mild, characteristic of aloe vera

Taste: Slightly bitter

Mesh Size: 80-200 mesh

Solubility:

Water-soluble (spray-dried aloe vera powder)

Partially soluble (freeze-dried aloe vera powder)

pH (1% Solution): 4.0 - 5.5

Chemical & Nutritional Composition (Per 100g):

Moisture Content: Max 5%

Polysaccharides (Acemannan): 10-30% (varies by quality)

Aloin Content (For Non-Decolorized Powder): <10 ppm (for food/cosmetic grade)

Ash Content: Max 5%

Fiber Content: 2-5%

Protein Content: 1-4%

Total Sugars: 15-30%

Vitamin C: 5-20 mg

Calcium (Ca): 50-100 mg

Magnesium (Mg): 10-50 mg

Potassium (K): 50-200 mg

Microbiological Standards:

Total Plate Count: Max 10,000 CFU/g

Yeast & Mold: Max 100 CFU/g

Coliforms: <10 CFU/g

E. Coli: Absent

Salmonella: Absent

Staphylococcus aureus: Absent

Contaminants & Adulterants:

Heavy Metals:

Lead (Pb): <0.2 ppm

Cadmium (Cd): <0.1 ppm

Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm

Mercury (Hg): <0.05 ppm

Pesticide Residues: Not detected

Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): <10 ppb

Artificial Additives & Preservatives: Must be absent

Types of Aloe Vera Powder:

1. Spray-Dried Aloe Vera Powder (100:1 or 200:1 Concentrate)- Used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and health supplements

2. Freeze-Dried Aloe Vera Powder -High nutrient retention, used in premium skincare and nutraceuticals

3. Whole Leaf Aloe Vera Powder - Contains both inner gel and outer leaf, used for medicinal and industrial purposes

4. Decolorized Aloe Vera Powder- Free from aloin, suitable for food and beverage applications

Applications of Aloe Vera Powder:

Food & Beverage Industry: Used in juices, herbal supplements, and functional foods

Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare, hair care, and anti-aging products

Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used in digestive health, immunity boosters, and wound healing formulations

Nutraceuticals: Used in detox and weight management products