Lavender
Variety : Lavender
Botanical Name : Lavandula angustifolia
Forms Available : Whole
Used Part : Flower
Product Type : Dried Flowers
Organic : Organic/Natural/IPM
Packging : 20 Kg Bag or Customized
Container Capacity : 20' Container: 7 MT 40' Container: 14 MT
Overview
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a fragrant herb known for its calming aroma, therapeutic properties, and aesthetic appeal. Available as dried flowers, essential oil, or powder, Lavender is widely used in herbal teas, aromatherapy, cosmetics, personal care, and nutraceutical applications. Its soothing scent and natural bioactive compounds make it a key ingredient in wellness, relaxation, and beauty products.
Uses
- Functional Foods & Beverages: Added to teas, herbal infusions, smoothies, and flavored beverages for aroma and mild wellness benefits.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into powders, capsules, and wellness supplements for relaxation, sleep support, and stress relief.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare, haircare, soaps, bath products, and perfumes for fragrance, calming effects, and antioxidant benefits.
- Aromatherapy & Wellness: Employed in essential oils, diffusers, and relaxation products for mood enhancement and stress relief.
Benefits
- Promotes relaxation, stress relief, and improved sleep quality.
- Supports emotional wellness and mental clarity.
- Rich in antioxidants, helping maintain skin and overall health.
- Traditionally used in aromatherapy for calming and rejuvenating effects.
- Enhances fragrance and aesthetic appeal in foods, beverages, and personal care products.
Industry Applications
- Functional Foods & Beverages: Herbal teas, infusions, smoothies, and flavored drinks.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Powders, capsules, tablets, and wellness supplements.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Skincare, haircare, soaps, bath products, and perfumes.
- Aromatherapy & Wellness: Essential oils, diffusers, and relaxation products.
- Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Ingredient in herbal and wellness formulations for stress relief, relaxation, and overall well-being.
| # | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Dried buds and flowers, free from stems and leaves |
| 2 | Color | Characteristic blue to purplish-blue |
| 3 | Odor & Taste | Sweet, floral, and herbaceous aroma; slightly bitter and floral taste |
| 4 | Moisture | NMT 10.0% |
| 6 | Total Ash | NMT 10.0% |
| 7 | Acid Insoluble Ash | NMT 2.0% |
| 8 | Foreign Matter | NMT 1.0% |
| 9 | Volatile Oil Content | NLT 1.5% |

