UMO® Silica Mineral

To: APA Corporation Co., Ltd. April 26, 2013 Analysis and Test Report We hereby report, as attached, the results of the analysis and tests that were requested on April 2, 2013. Details 1. Subject :  Skin Corrosion Test Test Substance Name :  umo Concentrated Solution Test Number :  STI284 2. Test Results :  As shown in the attached materials. 3. Report :  Final Report (Japanese); 1 copy Skin Corrosion Test Study No.:  STI284 Non-GLP Study Test Report Title:  Skin Corro

Date:  October 21, 2008 Bacterial Reverse Mutation Test of Water-Soluble Silica UMO Test Period :  September 8, 2008 – October 21, 2008 Test Requester :  APA Corporation Background of the Study At the request of APA Corporation, the safety of water-soluble silica UMO was evaluated using a bacterial reverse mutation test. Test Results Both the preliminary test and the main test yielded negative results. It was therefore inferred that the test substance does not possess toxici

Evaluation of Elastase Inhibitory Activity Test Report Test Product :  UMO Concentrated Solution Test Requester :  APA Corporation Test Item :  Elastase Inhibitory Activity Evaluation Retention Period :  5 years after test completion Report Structure Summary Test Objective Test Overview Materials and Methods 4.1 Test Material 4.2 Test Procedure 4.2.1 Elastase Inhibitory Activity Test Results 5.1 Elastase Inhibitory Activity References 1. Summary The addition of UMO

Test Number: OSA19020702 Evaluation of the Effect of UMO Concentrated Solution on Expression Wrinkles Test requester APA Corporation 60-11 Tokuhara, Ishii-cho, Anjo City, Aichi 444-1201, Japan Test Contractor & Test Facility Kirei Test Lab Co., Ltd.2-11-6 Tomioka, Koto-ku, Haseban Building 3F, Tokyo 135-0047, Japan Summary The two-dimensional replica analysis  of wrinkle area showed that after application of the test product, the relative wrinkle area was significantly lower

Measurement of Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL) Before and After Application Test Number:  CSA190207 Summary The effect of UMO Concentrated Solution  on transepidermal water loss (TEWL) was evaluated to verify its immediate effect on skin barrier function. The TEWL at the site where the test product was applied was significantly lower  than the control site 1 hour after application . These results suggest that UMO Concentrated Solution  has an immediate beneficial effect on t

Inspection, Testing, and Evaluation Results Report September 7, 2020 To: APA Corporation Co., Ltd. From: Consumer Science Research Institute Co., Ltd. 20F, Edobori Center Building2-1-1 Edobori, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0002, Japan TEL: (06) 6445-4670 FAX: (06) 6445-4671 We hereby report the inspection, testing, and evaluation results of the submitted samples received on March 5, 2020. Approved by / Test Supervisor:   Asano Nakagawa 1. Test Samples Three (3) shampoo products (see P

Test Report Immediate Effects of UMO Silica Micron Powder on Skin Moisturization and Firmness/Elasticity Commissioning Company: APA Corporation Co., Ltd. Test Product: Micron Powder(All ingredients of the test product and the model facial cleanser are listed in Appendix 1) Test Items: Moisturization and firmness/elasticity (immediate effects) Measurement of stratum corneum moisture content Measurement of skin viscoelasticity Test Date: April 2, 2020 Data Retention Period: 5 y

Test Report Tyrosinase and Elastase Inhibitory Activities of UMO Micron Powder Evaluation Client : APA Corporation Co., Ltd. Test Material : UMO Micron Powder Test Items : Cosmetic 3-Area Screening Set 〈Skin Whitening · Anti-aging · Antioxidant〉 Tyrosinase inhibitory activity Elastase inhibitory activity Test Date : March 16, 2020 Data Retention Period : 5 years after completion of the test Report Structure Summary Test Obje

About the Soil Microbial Diversity and Activity Value Test In the past, it was believed that good soil that does not develop soil-borne diseases contained many special and highly effective microorganisms. However, investigations conducted by national and prefectural research institutions have revealed that good soil does not necessarily contain special microorganisms, but rather that a wide diversity of microorganisms is present and highly active . Based on this understanding

Bonito Dashi (Soup Stock) Taste Analysis Using a Taste Sensor   Bonito soup stock prepared from commercially available katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) was supplemented with UMO concentrated solution, and a taste analysis test was conducted. ● Test Samples Sample 1(Left) :  Bonito dashi (No UMO added) Sample 2(Right) :  Bonito dashi with 0.5% UMO concentrated solution Note: UMO concentrated solution was mixed into water before heating the pot , and then the katsuobushi

Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) Deodorization Test ● About Hydrogen Sulfide Hydrogen sulfide is heavier than air (specific gravity 1.1905), colorless, highly soluble in water, and mildly acidic. It has a strong, characteristic odor similar to rotten eggs and irritates the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes. It is a toxic gas and is classified as a specific malodor under Japan’s Odor Regulation Law.Although smells from volcanic vents or sulfur springs are often described as “sulfur-like,

Analysis of Prohibited Doping Substances   To  APA Corporation Co., Ltd. Japan Analysis Center Public Interest Incorporated Foundation Publisher Takeshi Kishimoto   Analysis Results Report 1. Subject: Analysis of prohibited doping substances in supplement products   2. Sample: Product name : umo concentrated solution Lot number : Not stated Best before date : September 2025 Internal management number : JCALO000006107 Manufacturer : APA Corporation Co., Ltd. Samp

Freshness and Quality Preservation of UMO Concentrated Solution Prevention of Oxidation (Spoilage) in Cut Vegetables Comment: The use of water-soluble silica UMO concentrated solution demonstrates superior oxidation (spoilage) prevention.UMO concentrated solution is widely utilised not only as a functional ingredient in foods and cosmetics but also as an effective antioxidant. Freshness and Quality Preservation of UMO Concentrated Solution Prevention of Oxidation (Spoilage) i

Improvement of Blood Pressure and Stress Response Following Ingestion of Water-Soluble Silicon Article Type:  Original Article Taiki Jimbo¹, Norimi Okada² Reiwa Medical Research Institute, Reiwa Medical Research Co., Ltd. APA Corporation Co., Ltd. Keywords:  Water-soluble silicon, functional ingredients, lifestyle-related diseases, blood pressure, stress Abstract Silicon exists in various forms and is generally classified into crystalline silicon and amorphous silicon. The si

Mugi Shochu Taste Analysis Using a Taste Sensor   A commercial barley shochu (mugi shochu) was supplemented with UMO concentrated solution , and the following taste analysis test was conducted. ● Test Samples Sample 1:  Mugi shochu (no UMO added) Sample 2:  Mugi shochu with UMO concentrated solution added Notes: Ingredients of mugi shochu: barley and barley malt. Alcohol content: 25%. UMO concentrated solution was added at 30 drops (~0.8 mL). ● Test Method Samples were placed