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Organic Indigo Leaf Powder - Indigofera tinctoria | Neel Powder

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Pack Size: 1 Kg / 2.2 Lbs
Type: Organic
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Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder — known as Neel or Nil in Hindi, Nili in Sanskrit, Avuri in Tamil, and True Indigo and Indian Indigo in English trade (Indigofera tinctoria)

Indigo Leaf Powder (Indigofera tinctoria) — Organic & Conventional — is a fine, dye-rich botanical milled from shade-dried indigo leaves. Naturally ammonia-free and PPD-free, it deposits characteristic cool dark tones when used alongside henna, making it a clean-label choice for hair-colour preparations, cosmetic formulations, and traditional hair-care applications.

Botanical name: Indigofera tinctoria

Plant part: Leaf

Key bio-actives: Indigo precursors (indoxyl/glucoside) · Polyphenols · Natural plant fibre matrix

Grade: Cosmetic-grade · Formulation-grade

Form: Fine powder

Process: Shade-drying → low-heat milling → fine sifting

Packaging & Sterilisation: Ships vacuum-sealed as standard. Steam or gamma sterilisation can be selected when ordering, for export or supplement-grade compliance. For raw/dehydrated powders in direct-use formulation, gamma or steam sterilisation is recommended to meet destination-market microbial limits.

Origin: India

Shelf-life: 18–36 months · below 25 °C (<60% RH) · tightly sealed

Documentation: Per-lot CoA and SDS with every order

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View CoA Grade Data & Test Parameters
Parameter Specification Result Method
Note: These values represent our universal baseline specifications. Your batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (CoA) is available upon request or provided with shipment.
Physical Properties
Particle Size 60 - 80 Mesh NLT 95% USP <786>
Appearance / Colour Characteristic of source material Conforms Visual
Odour Characteristic of source material Conforms Organoleptic
Moisture / Loss on Drying (LOD) NMT 5% Conforms USP <731>
Bulk Density 0.3 – 0.8 g/mL (typical) Conforms USP <616>
Heavy Metals Profile
Total Heavy Metals NMT 10 ppm Conforms AAS – ICP-MS
Lead (Pb) NMT 3.0 ppm Conforms AAS – ICP-MS
Arsenic (As) NMT 2.0 ppm Conforms AAS – ICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd) NMT 1.0 ppm Conforms AAS – ICP-MS
Mercury (Hg) NMT 0.5 ppm Conforms AAS – ICP-MS
Microbiological Analysis
Total Plate Count NMT 10,000 Cfu/gm Conforms APHA CHP 7, FDA BAM
Yeast & Mold Counts NMT 1,000 Cfu/gm Conforms 7th Ed
E. coli Absent Absent AOAC 991.14
Salmonella Absent Absent AOAC 991.14
Pseudomonas aeruginosa Absent Absent AOAC 991.14
Staphylococcus aureus Absent Absent AOAC 991.14
Extended Testing — Bulk Orders (25 kg+)
Aluminium (Al) NMT 1.0 ppm Available on request ICP-MS
Barium (Ba) NMT 1.0 ppm Available on request ICP-MS
Nickel (Ni) NMT 1.0 ppm Available on request ICP-MS
Nanoparticles (inorganic) Absence of engineered nanoparticles Available on request TEM / DLS
*Note: The values above represent our universal baseline specifications. Please correlate final results with your batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) provided upon shipment.

*Legend: NLT = Not less than | NMT = Not more than | Cfu = Colony forming unit / gram

Product QnA

Q: What are the primary formulation applications of Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder?

A: Indigo leaf powder offers a single-ingredient, ammonia- and PPD-free approach that deposits cool, dark tones through oxidation of plant precursors rather than chemical developers. It pairs predictably with henna for a wide shade range and keeps labels simple. Expect a more ritual-style process (mix, rest, wear, rinse) than boxed dyes; results are highly repeatable once you lock your gram ratios, water ratio, paste rest time and wear time via strand tests

Claim strength: Moderate

Q: What formats and MOQ options are available for Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder?

A: Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder is available in 1 kg sample packs and bulk quantities from Herbuno. Packaged in food-grade HDPE drums or foil-lined kraft bags. Full documentation supplied with every order.

Claim strength: High

Q: What documentation is supplied with Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder?

A: Per-lot CoA and SDS are supplied with every order of Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder. CoA covers identity, purity, heavy metals, microbial limits, and moisture content. Organic certification and FSSAI documentation available for relevant variants. Shelf life: 18–36 months from manufacture under recommended storage conditions.

Claim strength: High

Claim-strength scale – High = multiple human studies; Moderate = a few trials; Emerging = early lab data.
 

Shipping & Returns

Priority International Air Shipping (5–8 Days)

  • 250g – 500g: Fixed at $20 – $25
  • 1kg – 2kg: Fixed at $27 – $32
  • Bulk 5kg Tiers: Capped at $49 Max

Domestic Shipping: 3–4 business days; International shipping:5–8 business days.

Return window: 30 days from the date of delivery

Herbuno is not responsible for products restricted or requiring special clearance in your country. Please check with your local customs office to ensure your order can be imported without permits or prescriptions.

Please read our Shipping & Refund policy for full details.
 

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This product is derived from natural sources, and slight variations in color, aroma, texture, or appearance may occur between batches due to seasonal differences in the raw materials or changes in supplier. These natural variations do not affect the product’s quality or efficacy.

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Functional food inclusion:Add Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder to granola bars, protein balls, and functional snack formats — pilot at 2– inclusion rate and adjust to flavour and nutritional target.

Supplement powder blends:Blend Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder into meal replacement, green blend, and adaptogen formulas — verify taste profile and dispersibility at target inclusion rate.

Beverage & drink mixes:Incorporate Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder into instant beverage premixes — confirm solubility and colour contribution at intended concentration.

Natural colour deposit: Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder — Plant-based indigo precursors oxidise on hair to cool dark tones—no ammonia or PPD.

Label-clean ritual: Single-ingredient powder supports minimalist, fragrance-optional formulas.

Shade control: Use alone for darker tones or combine with henna for adjustable browns through black.

User adherence: Smooth, fine powder forms an even paste for consistent, repeatable results.

Salon-to-home friendly: Clear gram and time math scales from strand tests to full head applications.

Typical inclusion rate: External use—mix to paste; grams depend on hair length (typical 30–100 g)..

Ingredients: 100% Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder.

Does not contain: Artificial additives, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners, or added sugar.

Allergen status: Vegan; gluten-free; dairy-free. Perform patch test; avoid eye contact; not for eyebrows/eyelashes..

Storage conditions: Store cool, dry & dark. Keep tightly sealed; protect from humidity..

Scientific name: Indigofera tinctoria L.

Botanical source & part: Indigo — leaves

Common names: Indigo leaf powder; Natural indigo; Hair indigo (English)

Other regional names (with transliteration): Sanskrit – नीली (Nīlī) · Hindi – नील पत्ती चूर्ण (Nīl pattī cūrṇ) · Bengali – নীল পাতা গুঁড়া (Nīl pātā guṅṛā) · Tamil – நீல அமரி பொடி (Nīla amari poḍi) · Telugu – నీలి ఆకుల పొడి (Nīli ākula poḍi) · Kannada – ನೀಲಿ ಎಲೆ ಪುಡಿ (Nīli ele puḍi) · Malayalam – നീലി ഇല പൊടി (Nīli ila poṭi) · Marathi – नील पान पावडर (Nīl pān pāvaḍar) · Gujarati – નીલ પત્તા પાવડર (Nīl pattā pāvaḍar) · Punjabi – ਨੀਲ ਪੱਤਾ ਪਾਉਡਰ (Nīl pattā pāuḍar) · Spanish – Índigo en polvo · French – Indigo en poudre · German – Indigo-Pulver · Portuguese – Índigo em pó · Chinese – 靛蓝叶粉 (Diànlán yè fěn) · Japanese – インディゴ葉粉末 · Korean – 인디고 잎 분말 · Arabic – مسحوق أوراق النيلة

Country of origin: India

Formulator note: Organic Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) Leaf Powder is a traditional Ayurvedic ingredient sourced from India, used in classical Ayurvedic formulations as well as modern nutraceutical, functional food, and cosmetic applications.

Intended use

Raw bulk ingredient for use by qualified formulators, manufacturers, and researchers. Not a finished dietary supplement or therapeutic product.

Regulatory status

Not evaluated by the FDA, EFSA, or any other regulatory authority. Finished products must comply with all applicable local regulations, labelling requirements, and safety assessments prior to sale.

Medical advice

Information on this page is for technical reference only. It does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.

Buyer responsibility

Inclusion levels, claims, and applications vary by formulation context and target market. The buyer is solely responsible for regulatory compliance of any finished formulation.

Safe handling

Follow applicable local regulations for food, cosmetic, or supplement applications. Consult a qualified regulatory advisor where required. Keep away from children. Store as directed on the CoA.

Herbuno.com is operated by Gausyn Global LLP (India). We do not provide medical advice or prescriptions. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.

Available for export to supplement manufacturers, cosmetic formulators, food and beverage brands, and research institutions in the United States, Germany, Canada, United Kingdom, Hungary, Austria, Italy, Australia, Japan, UAE and across the European Union. Every shipment is accompanied by a per-lot Certificate of Analysis, MSDS, and HPLC verification of active compounds. Minimum order quantities and freight documentation available on request.

How to store?

Keep it in a cool and dry place away from moisture and sunlight. Store the contents in an airtight Container after opening the package.

Where do we ship?

DOMESTIC (India):

We deliver across all postal codes in India.

INTERNATIONAL (Export) :

We export and ship to almost all countries in the world.

Popular markets are United States, United Kingdom (UK), Canada, China, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Netherland, Switzerland, Belgium, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Poland, Denmark, Lithuania, Serbia, Slovakia, Croatia, Greece, Kuwait, Israel, UAE, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, Canada, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

Is delivery free?

International Shipping is charged based on destination and total weight. You will be shown the shipping cost at checkout.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit/debit cards, UPI, net banking, PayPal and international cards. Cash on Delivery (COD) is currently not available.

Do you offer private label options?

Yes, we do! We work with select partners on private label and bulk supply arrangements. If you're looking to sell our products under your own brand or source in bulk, email us at hello@herbuno.com with your requirements.