Identification

To meet the requirements that we have set for ourselves, our authentication must cover these 3 points :

• Check that we are in the presence of the right plant and only her
• Check that there is no addition of synthetic substance
• Check that the plant is not diluted and / or contains the desired active ingredients in the right proportions

Only phytochemistry through HPLC can simultaneously meet these criteria and on all types of samples. Thus, a tool has been developed (logo opposite) and it is presented more in the “OUR APPROACH” section. Other phytochemical benefits are also offered such as HPTLC and GC .

PHYTOCHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION

HPLC IDENTIFICATION

HPLC or UHPLC analysis is the main methodology of BotaniCERT. It is generally coupled with UV and MS detectors to compare the results obtained with a phytochemical database.

In addition to verifying the identity of the plant species used, this analysis makes it possible to check both the presence of a possible adulteration but also if the plant has not been diluted (especially in the case of a dry extract).

Service code : AR02698

HPLC IDENTIFICATION

Also known as TLC, it is used to verify the compliance of the obtained chemical profile with respect to a current monograph. This technique, however, does not allow the same checks to be carried out as identification by HPLC.

Service code: AR02698

GC IDENTIFICATION

This identification technique primarily targets volatile compounds (such as compounds derived from essential oils). It is essential for the analysis of the latter and only allows the analysis of this type of substance.

Service code: AR02872

BOTANICAL IDENTIFICATION

Botanical identification is carried out using organoleptic, macroscopic and microscopic tests which are based on reference books and pharmacopoeias. In some cases, this is a particularly useful identification.

This service can be carried out on samples before processing that may destroy the discriminating elements of the sample. It is therefore not possible on extracts and needs to be performed on samples with a particle size greater than 300µm.

Service code: AR02702