Dutch Fertilizing Substances Act Authorizes SUNLAND as a Biostimulant for Soil Fertility

Dr. L. Scholl B.Sc, NMI Memorandum 1511.N.13-502 (2014)

Sunland Europe BV aims to introduce the product Aloe Vera TriPlus to the Dutch market as a biostimulant for plant growth.
Aloe Vera TriPlus is a fermented extract made from Aloe Vera leaves, enriched with seaweed extract, microbes, and molasses.
The product contains natural ingredients, functional microorganisms, primary nutrients, and organic matter.

Mr. Frank van der Loop of Sunland Europe BV requested the Nutrient Management Institute (NMI) to determine whether the product could be traded in the Netherlands as a biostimulant.
Based on the information provided, NMI conducted an assessment using the Fertilizing Substances Act and its Implementation Decrees.

Result:
NMI concluded that Aloe Vera TriPlus can be traded and used in the Netherlands as a biostimulant for plant growth and soil fertility.

Sunland Europe BV seeks to introduce Aloe Vera TriPlus—a blend made from Aloe Vera leaves, molasses, and seaweed—into the Dutch market.
The company requested NMI to assess the product’s legal classification under the Fertilizing Substances Act.

In addition to its natural ingredients and microorganisms, the product includes primary nutrients and organic matter.
Mr. Frank van der Loop supplied NMI with the chemical analysis results, a Certificate of Analysis from the Indonesian producer PT. Tri Indah Mandiri, and a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from the same source.

Sunland Europe BV formally requested the Nutrient Management Institute (NMI) to determine whether the Dutch Fertilizing Substances Act applies to the trade and use of Aloe Vera TriPlus as a biostimulant. All product information provided formed the basis for NMI’s evaluation.

NMI emphasizes that no legal rights can be derived from this assessment.
The evaluation was conducted with the best available knowledge, and NMI cannot be held responsible for any errors or consequences that may result from applying these findings. The introduction and marketing of a fertilizer remain the sole responsibility of the company involved in its trade.

Aloe Vera TriPlus is produced by AloveBali in Bali, Indonesia, and imported by Sunland Europe BV.
The details in this section are based on data provided by Sunland Europe BV, including:

• Chemical analysis results

• Certificate of Analysis (PT. Tri Indah Mandiri, 02-02-2011)

• TIM Material Safety Data Sheet

• Information from the producer’s website: www.aloeverafertilizer.com

• Additional input from Mr. Frank van der Loop

AloveBali specializes in producing high-quality Aloe Vera Liquid Soil Improvers, Fertilizers, and Raw Materials grown in the volcanic-rich soils of tropical Bali.
Their organic liquid fertilizer combines Aloe Vera, seaweed, natural ingredients, and functional microorganisms.

The result is a complete biofertilizer rich in micronutrients, amino acids, plant growth regulators (PGRs), enzymes, and humic acid.
This synergy provides an effective and natural way to enhance soil fertility and plant vitality.

The formula consists of 80% organic Aloe Vera, which delivers beneficial phytochemicals and polysaccharides (acemannan) essential for strong plant development.
Plants absorb these nutrients efficiently, leading to healthier growth, stronger immunity, and higher yields.

Aloe Vera also acts as a carrier for beneficial microbes and natural compounds, ensuring deeper root stimulation and faster nutrient uptake.
Additionally, it helps suppress harmful plant pathogens, promoting overall crop resilience.

Aloe Vera leaves are harvested from local organic plantations and contracted growers across Bali, Indonesia.
After harvesting, the leaves are washed, sliced, and crushed to extract Aloe Vera liquid.
This liquid passes through three fine mesh filters to remove solids and impurities.

Next, the liquid is pumped into underground concrete tanks for ambient fermentation at 18–25°C for 3–4 weeks.
Afterward, it is transferred to above-ground 5,200L steel tanks for secondary fermentation.

Milled seaweed, molasses, and microbial cultures are added to the mixture.
Molasses nourishes the microbes, while seaweed contributes minerals and growth-enhancing compounds.
Following the second fermentation, the liquid undergoes final filtration before bottling.

The final product contains:

• Trace elements (micronutrients)

• Amino acids

• Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs)

• Enzymes and active compounds (Aloin, Barbaloin, etc.)

• Enriched microbes

• Humic acid

Definition of a Fertilizer

Aloe Vera TriPlus has been assessed according to Dutch fertilizer regulations.
The Fertilizing Substances Act outlines general requirements, detailed further in the Implementation Decree and Implementing Provisions.

According to the Act, fertilizers include:

• Livestock manures, and

• Products added to soil or growing media to enhance suitability for plant growth, act as plant food, or serve as growing media.

The Implementation Decree adds that a fertilizer must:

• Be uniform and practical for agricultural use

• Provide nutrients (N, P₂O₅, K₂O) or improve soil properties through organic matter

• Be safe for humans, animals, plants, and the environment under normal use

Aloe Vera TriPlus is a homogeneous liquid containing both primary nutrients and organic matter.
It improves soil suitability for plant growth and aligns with these legal criteria.

Aloe Vera as a Supplier of Primary Nutrients

For a liquid organic fertilizer to be valid, the total N, P₂O₅, or K₂O content must reach at least 0.5% of dry matter.
Data show that Aloe Vera TriPlus easily meets this standard:

• Nitrogen (N): 8–15% of dry matter

• Phosphate (P₂O₅): 4.9–13%

• Potassium (K₂O): 4.2–15%

The product is marketed in 1-liter bottles.
Recommended application: 1:100 to 1:2000 dilution, depending on the crop and growth stage.
Average dosage is 10 L per hectare per growing season, and for certain crops, 10–20 L per hectare.

Aloe Vera as a Supplier of Organic Matter

When supplying organic matter, fertilizers must contain at least 20% organic material in dry matter.
Aloe Vera TriPlus far exceeds this requirement, with 74–100% organic matter content based on the data provided.

Aloe Vera TriPlus as a Biostimulant

Aloe Vera TriPlus, traded by Sunland Europe BV, is officially recognized as a biostimulant in the Netherlands.
Such products can be freely traded and applied, offering natural support for plant growth and soil fertility.

Conclusion

Based on NMI’s findings, Aloe Vera TriPlus meets all Dutch legal requirements under the Fertilizing Substances Act. Therefore, it can be traded and used in the Netherlands as a biostimulant that promotes plant growth and soil fertility. This recognition confirms the product’s safety, compliance, and value in sustainable agriculture.