RegulyzeSweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi)
Ocimum basilicum · Leaf
Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi), Ocimum basilicum, is a botanical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework, with a permitted limit of Juice: 3-6 ml; Powder: 1-3 g; Seed: 125-250 mg; Extract: 0.25-0.50 g. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | Juice: 3-6 ml; Powder: 1-3 g; Seed: 125-250 mg; Extract: 0.25-0.50 g | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
Permitted dosage by form
| Preparation / form | Permitted daily quantity |
|---|---|
| Juice | 3-6 ml |
| Powder | 1-3 g |
| Seed | 125-250 mg |
| Extract | 0.25-0.50 g |
Per India's FSSAI Schedule listing for Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi). Quantities are per-day permitted ranges for the stated form — confirm against the current official regulation for your product.
About Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi)
Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a botanical (Ocimum basilicum). It is listed in India's FSSAI schedules under the regulatory name Barbari / Bhavari Tulsi. The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) (Ocimum basilicum) (listed in the regulation as “Barbari / Bhavari Tulsi”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi)?
The permitted level recorded for Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) is Juice: 3-6 ml; Powder: 1-3 g; Seed: 125-250 mg; Extract: 0.25-0.50 g. Limits can vary by product type and market — confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) belong to?
Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) is classified under: Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi)?
Sweet Basil (Barbari Tulsi) corresponds to Ocimum basilicum, with the leaf used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.