Kava Extract

Kava Extract

Product Information
Specification: 10:1
Test Method: TLC
Source: Piper methysticum
Appearance: Brownish-yellow Powder
Application: Beverage, Health care, Food, Medicine
Plant Part: Root

Certification & Compliance
Certificates: SC, KOSHER, HALAL, ISO22000, ISO9001
FDA Registered Factory
ODM/OEM: Acceptable
Not for Private Person Sale
Prompt and Secure Shipment

Packaging & Storage
Package: 25KG/Fiber Drum, Foil Bag
Storage: Keep dry and cool
Annual Supply Capacity: 20MT
Shelf Life: 24 Months
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Description
Technical Parameters

What is Kava Extract?

Kava Extract is a natural plant extract derived from the roots of kava (Piper methysticum), which is a traditional plant native to the South Pacific region, widely used in traditional herbal medicine and modern health supplements for its pronounced sedative, anti-anxiety and relaxing effects. The primary active constituents in Kava Extract are kavalactones, recognised for their potent neuro-relaxant properties. These compounds assist in alleviating anxiety, enhancing sleep quality, and supporting emotional equilibrium, establishing kavalactones as a vital ingredient within the dietary supplement sector.

APPCHEM's Kava Extract focuses on extracting and concentrating the core active components from the kava root. Through advanced solvent extraction, multi-stage separation, and purification processes, APPCHEM meticulously extracts kava root to ensure each batch meets stringent standards for high purity, potency, and stability. Our standardised extraction process guarantees the functional efficacy of kava extract as an active ingredient while maximising its inherent calming and soothing effects.

Kava Extract is typically supplied in powder or liquid form, offering excellent formulation compatibility and processing adaptability. It is suitable for various dietary supplement formats including capsules, tablets, and granules. In practical applications, kava extract is widely incorporated into formulations for alleviating anxiety, managing stress, balancing mood, and improving sleep quality. It is frequently synergistically combined with other natural botanical ingredients such as L-theanine, melatonin, and chamomile extract.

 

Certificate Of Analysis (COA)

General Information

Name

Kava Extract

Item

Specification

Appearance

Brownish-yellow Powder

Odor

Characteristic

Taste

Characteristic

Particle Size

95% pass 80 mesh

Physical

Loss on Drying

≤5.0%

Sulphated Ash

≤5.0%

Chemical

Pb

≤3mg/kg

As

≤1mg/kg

Hg

≤0.1mg/kg

Cd

≤1mg/kg

Microbial

Total microbacterial count

≤1000cfu/g

Yeast & Mold

≤100cfu/g

E.Coli

Negative

Staphylococcus aureus

Negative

Salmonella

Negative

Enterobacteriaceaes

Negative

Conclusion

Conforms to specification

Storage:

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area;

keep in tightly sealed containers, preferably full.

Shelf Life:

24 months when properly stored.

Status:

Non-irradiation; Non-GMO; No Carrier; Halal & Kosher certified.

 

What is the Process Flow Diagram?

XI'AN APP-CHEM BIO (TECH) CO., LTD. (APPCHEM) provides Kava Extract utilising a mature, reproducible industrial plant extraction process, comprising the following principal steps:

  1. Washing
  2. Filtering
  3. Removing impurities
  4. Drying: to prevent high-temperature damage to thermosensitive active ingredients, especially volatile oils.
  5. Crushing: (such as 80 mesh) to increase the contact area with the solvent and improve extraction efficiency.
  6. Extraction
  7. Solid-liquid separation
  8. Purification
  9. Concentrate
  10. Drying
  11. Smashing
  12. Packaging
  13. Finished product

 

Is Kava Extract Effective?

The application of kava extract in the dietary supplement sector primarily centres on its anti-anxiety and sleep-enhancing properties, supported by multiple clinical studies and scientific experiments.

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Alleviating Anxiety and Stress

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Enhancing Sleep Quality

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Multi-Target Neuroregulation
  • Alleviating Anxiety and Stress

Substantial clinical evidence indicates that kava extract effectively alleviates non-psychotic anxiety symptoms. It demonstrates positive therapeutic effects for patients with Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD). For instance, several double-blind, placebo-controlled trials evaluating standardised kava extracts in patients with anxiety-related sleep disorders demonstrated statistically significant improvements in anxiety scores (assessed using tools like the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale, HAMA) within the kava treatment group.

  • Enhancing Sleep Quality

Kava extract indirectly yet effectively ameliorates anxiety-related sleep disturbances through its sedative and anxiolytic properties. Clinical trials involving patients with anxiety-associated sleep disorders revealed that kava extract not only alleviates daytime anxiety symptoms but also significantly improves sleep onset latency, sleep duration, and sleep quality. Crucially, it avoids the "hangover effect" or dependency commonly associated with traditional hypnotics. Its mechanism involves promoting a natural state of relaxation, thereby facilitating easier transition into sleep for both body and mind.

  • Multi-Target Neuroregulation

Kava extract enhances the binding of GABA to GABA-A receptors, thereby increasing chloride ion influx. This induces neuronal hyperpolarisation, reducing excitability and ultimately producing sedative and anxiolytic effects. Notably, although its action resembles that of benzodiazepines (such as diazepam), research indicates kava extract does not bind to the classic benzodiazepine receptor site. This may partly explain its reduced incidence of side effects and lower propensity for tolerance and dependence. This multi-target synergistic mechanism enables kava extract to deliver significant anxiolytic and relaxation effects while minimising the adverse reactions potentially associated with single-target medications.

 

What Are the Applications of Kava Extract?

Our kava extract raw material offers exceptional flexibility and versatility, enabling the development of diverse dietary supplement formulations that fully align with its positioning as a functional ingredient for emotional and sleep support.

  • Target Application Areas
  1. Stress and anxiety management supplements
  2. Natural sleep-aid formulations
  3. Relaxation and mood-enhancement products
  4. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) relief products
  • Recommended Product Forms
  1. Hard capsules and tablets
  2. Powders and solid beverages
  3. Liquid extracts and tinctures
  4. Functional beverages

The product is mainly in the form of standardized plant extract powder and supports customization of content, making it easy for OEM/ODM customers to design formulas.

 

Factory Strength

XI'AN APP-CHEM BIO (TECH) CO., LTD. (APPCHEM)
Bon Natural Life(Nasdaq: BON)

The Company is headquartered in Xi'an High-tech Zone, Shaanxi Province, with an independent R&D centre and testing laboratories. Its Dali and Tongchuan production sites cover a total area of nearly 20,000 square meters, and it operates through the marketing networks in and out of China.

DALI FACTORY

Covering 30 acres and a building area of 11000 m²
Having a plant extract workshop, a precision drying and packaging workshop, and a spice refining workshop

TONGCHUAN FACTORY

Covering 20 acres, with a construction area of 6900 m²
Having 3 clean workshops, 2 formula product production lines, and 1 special food production line under construction

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2006

Since

17,900 m²

Building area

90M

Order recieved

30+

Patents

 

Certificates

certificates

 

Security statement:

Our company guarantees that the goods sent are safe, non-flammable, and non-explosive, and consistent with the declaration. Under normal transportation conditions, all losses caused by the products sent by our company shall be borne by our company.

 

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Qualification

 

Shipping and Packaging

Long-term cooperative logistics companies include international logistics companies such as DHL, FedEx, UPS, etc.

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The regular bulk packaging of the product is a 25kg plastic bag and a cardboard drum. The sample is packaged in an inner aluminium foil bag and an outer plastic bag, supporting customised packaging solutions.

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Exhibition Photos

XI'AN APP-CHEM BIO (TECH) CO., LTD. (APPCHEM) regularly participates in international raw material exhibitions such as CPHI, SSW, and In Cosmetics Asia, and establishes long-term cooperative relationships with global customers.

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FAQ

Q1. How is the purity of this product verified?
A1: We employ authoritative analytical methods such as High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Ultraviolet Spectroscopy (UV) to ensure a content.

 

Q2. What is the minimum order quantity for Kava Extract Powder?
A2: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) varies by product and specific requirements, and is typically negotiable. Please contact us for detailed information.

 

Q3. What is the delivery timeframe for the product?
A3: Delivery times depend on order volume and product type. Generally, we arrange production and dispatch promptly upon order confirmation.

 

Q4. Does APPCHEM offer customisation services?
A4: Yes, we provide customisation services including packaging, labelling, and adjusting product specifications to meet specific client requirements.

 

Q5. How does APPCHEM ensure product quality and stability?
A5: We maintain a rigorous quality control system. All products undergo third-party testing, with detailed COA (Certificate of Analysis) and stability data provided.
Reference

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