RegulyzeTulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract)
Ocimum tenuiflorum/sanctum · Aerial parts/seed extract
Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract), Ocimum tenuiflorum/sanctum, is a nutraceutical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | 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.
About Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract)
Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract) is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Ocimum tenuiflorum/sanctum). 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 Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract) permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract) (Ocimum tenuiflorum/sanctum) (listed in the regulation as “Ocimum tenuiflorum/sanctum aerial parts/seed extract”) 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 Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract)?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract); permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract) belong to?
Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract) is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract)?
Tulsi (Holy Basil) (aerial parts/seed extract) corresponds to Ocimum tenuiflorum/sanctum, with the aerial parts/seed extract 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.