Product Description

Botanical Name: Lepidium meyenii
Plant Part Used: Roots
Processing Method: Drying, Grinding

Maca, scientifically known as Lepidium meyenii and commonly dubbed as Peruvian ginseng, is a herbaceous biennial plant of the Brassicaceae family. Originating from the Andes mountains in Peru, this plant is primarily grown for its nutrient-rich root, which varies in color. The root of the Maca plant is packed with essential amino acids such as leucine, arginine, phenylalanine, and others. Furthermore, it stands out for its high fiber content, minimal fat, and significant concentration of antioxidants. Historically, the Maca root has been associated with various traditional uses.

Product Type:

Raw Material/Extract
Product Category:

Organics
Product Sub Category:

Herbs-Spices-Seasonings
Product Mix Category:

Organic RM powders
Package Type:

25.00Kg

Product Data

Main Producing Countries	Bolivia and Peru
Product Use

Production & Sourcing

Maca is a root vegetable that belongs to the brassica family, which includes other cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale. It is typically grown in high altitudes of the Andes mountains, at elevations of over 12,000 feet. The harsh conditions in this region, including extreme temperatures, strong winds, and intense sunlight, make it a challenging environment for farming. However, these conditions are what contribute to maca's unique properties and nutritional profile.

Traditionally, maca has been cultivated by small farmers in the central Peruvian Andes using traditional farming techniques. However, with the rise in demand for maca, commercial production has also increased. Today, maca is also grown in other regions of the world, including China, Bolivia, and the United States.

Maca is a hardy crop, and it can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, rocky, or clay soils. It is typically grown without the use of pesticides or fertilizers, making it an ideal option for organic farming. The plants typically take about eight months to reach maturity and are harvested by hand.

Once harvested, the roots of maca are washed, dried, and ground into a fine powder. This powder is then packaged and sold as a dietary supplement or used in various food products.

Application

Functionality

Benefits

Nutritional Value

Use In Manufacturing

Harvest Time

July - September

Note: Information contained herein is believed to be accurate and is offered in good faith for the benefit of the customer: Green Jeeva, LLC., however does not assume any liability or risk involved in the use of its products since the conditions of use are beyond our control. Nothing contained herein shall constitute an express or implied guarantee or warranty with respect to Green Jeeva, LLC’s or their use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g

Calories
per serving 375

Amount/serving		% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.6g		4.62%
	Saturated Fat 0g	0.00%
	Trans Fat 0g	%
Cholesterol 0mg		0.00%
Sodium 17.9mg		0.71%
Total Carbohydrate 71.4g		23.67%
	Dietary Fiber 7.1g	25.35%
	Total Sugars 32.1g	%
	Includes 0g Added Sugars	0.00%
Protein 14.3g		28.00%

Vitamin D 0mcg		0.00%
Calcium 250mg		19.23%
Iron 14.8mg		77.78%
Potassium 2000mg		42.55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

SKU : GJ6511 In stock

Organic Maca Root Powder

The mesh size we provide is generally between 40-80 mesh.

It is to certify that the product mentioned above was not exposed to Pesticides/Fungicides/Sewage Sludge treatment during its cultivation, harvesting, and storage. Hence, it is free from related heavy metal contamination, pesticide/fungicide residues, and fecal coliform bacteria.

Yes, it's Gluten-free, And the supplies materials come from a dedicated manufacturing facility for the product mentioned above which is wheat-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut-free, tree nut-free, soy-free, and are KOSHER certified. All production facilities are HACCP compliant and strictly follow current Good Manufacturing (cGMPs). HACCP Practices program strictly observes any cross-contamination and food safety issues.

Yes, All the heavy metals contents are within limit and comply with the CA Prop 65 and hence, considered to be safe for human consumption.

We test total heavy metals, lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium in our products. These heavy metals by numerous studies are purported to be toxic for human consumption beyond certain limits and are known carcinogens. We also ensure that our product complies with the California prop 65 regulations for lead content below 0.5 ppm levels.

No, E.coli, & Salmonella are not present in this ingredient.

Yes, California’s Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 is commonly known as Proposition 65 (Prop 65), which establishes a list of chemicals that the state of California’s risk assessment process has determined to present a risk of cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. We ensure our products are free from such toxic chemicals or within required residual limits.

To maintain the organic integrity of the product, we do not accept Irradiated Organic Maca Root Powder.

Genetically modified organisms may pose significant and challenging risks to food safety. We do not accept Organic Maca Root Powder from the farms and facilities where GMO crops are grown and processed.

In order to prevent and control biological hazards, we ensure that microbial parameters in our products comply with microbial limits as specified by the American Herbal Product Association (AHPA). We generally test total plate count (TPC), Yeast and mold, E Coli & Salmonella in our products.

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Biological source: Lepidium meyenii

Shelf Life: 48months

Plant part used: Root

Country Of Origin: Peru

Items	Specification	Test Methods
Physical Analysis
Description	Powder	Organoleptic
Color	Light brown	Organoleptic
Odor	Characteristic	Organoleptic
Taste	Characteristic	Organoleptic
Mesh size	100% passes through 80 mesh	USP<786>
Loss on drying	NMT 10.0% w/w	USP<731>
Total ash	NMT 10.0% w/w	USP<561>
Total Heavy Metals	NMT 10 ppm	USP<231>
Lead	NMT 0.5 ppm	USP<232>
Arsenic	NMT 1 ppm	USP<232>
Mercury	NMT 0.5 ppm	USP<232>
Cadmium	NMT 0.5 ppm	USP<232>
Microbiology Test
Total Plate Count	NMT 100,000 cfu/g	USP<61>
Yeast & Mold	NMT 1000 cfu/g	USP<61>
E. Coli	Negative	USP<62>
Salmonella	Negative	USP<62>
Coliform	Negative	USP < 62 >
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative	USP < 62 >

Common Name

Synonyms

Biological Source

Lepidium meyenii

Family

Parts Used

Root

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Organic Maca Root Powder

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