Ferula assa-foetida (Hingu)
High-Resolution Macro: Resin Exudate
Controlled Cultivation Site (2000m+)
The Organicsio Advantage
Market analysis indicates up to 60% of commercial Asafoetida is adulterated with gum arabic or wheat flour. Organicsio provides strict Identity Verified Ferula assa-foetida oleo-gum-resin. Our sourcing protocols mandate high-altitude verification to maximize volatile oil content and rigorous screening for heavy metals (Lead/Arsenic) often found in non-standardized imports from the wild.
Botanical Morphology & Raw Material
Phytochemical Profile
The matrix consists of Resin (40-64%), Gum (25%), and Volatile Oil (10-17%). The pharmacological potency is driven by the disulfide content (specifically butyl propenyl disulfide) responsible for the characteristic odor and therapeutic action, stabilized by a high concentration of free Ferulic Acid and Umbelliferone.
Commercial Applications
- Gastrointestinal Nutraceuticals: Premium formulation ingredient for IBS and carminative blends.
- Functional Flavoring: High-potency natural savory enhancer for “Clean Label” food products.
- Clinical Extracts: Standardized oleo-resin for antimicrobial and antispasmodic ethno-drug development.