Plant Extract Supply is a premier manufacturer and global supplier of high-purity dietary supplement ingredients. One of our flagship offerings is the Organic Natural Pure 5-Hydroxytryptophan Powder (5-HTP), precisely derived from premium Griffonia simplicifolia seeds. Designed for nutritional formulators, dietary supplement manufacturers, and bulk distributors, our 5-HTP powder delivers uncompromising quality, traceability, and batch-to-batch consistency.
Superior Sourcing & Manufacturing Excellence
At Plant Extract Supply, we understand that exceptional botanical extracts begin with superior raw materials. Our 5-HTP powder offers distinct advantages in the global marketplace:
- Pristine Botanical Origin: We exclusively source 100% pure, natural Griffonia simplicifolia seeds cultivated in Ghana, recognized globally as the premier environment for yielding high-potency Griffonia seeds.
- Robust Global Supply Chain: Through our established worldwide procurement network, we maintain a dedicated raw material base in Africa. This guarantees a stable, year-round supply channel, insulating our B2B partners from seasonal shortages.
- Factory-Direct Volume Savings: As a primary manufacturer, we maintain sufficient stock of all 5-HTP specifications. By eliminating the middleman, we provide highly competitive bulk pricing without sacrificing the rigorous quality standards required for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.
Product Identification & Core Specifications
Our 5-HTP extract is standardized to meet strict pharmacopeial standards, ensuring seamless compatibility in capsules, tablets, functional formulations, and nutritional blends.
- Product Name: 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
- Botanical Source: Griffonia simplicifolia Seed
- Active Component: L-5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
- Product Specification: ≥98.0% Purity
- Analytical Method: HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)
- CAS Number: 4350-08-9
- Molecular Formula: C11H12N2O3
- Molecular Weight: 220.23
- Appearance: White to off-white / pale grey fine crystal powder
- Odor: Characteristic botanical odor
- Solvents Used: Water & Ethanol (Seed extraction)
Key Functional Benefits & Industry Applications
As a direct metabolic precursor to serotonin and melatonin, 5-HTP plays a critical role in human neurology and wellness. Formulators utilize our ≥98% 5-HTP powder to develop premium supplements targeting:
- Mood & Neurological Support: Extensively utilized in formulations aimed at anti-hypochondria, mitigating depression, and relieving severe anxiety.
- Sleep Optimization: Acts as a vital biochemical precursor to melatonin, effectively improving sleep architecture and combating insomnia.
- Weight Management: Helps promote satiety and reduce carbohydrate cravings, making it a valuable addition to weight loss formulas.
- Hormonal & Pain Management: Clinically applied in dietary supplements designed to alleviate Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and cure hemicranias (migraines).
- Addiction Recovery Support: Utilized in specialized protocols to assist in abstaining from various addictions by supporting neurological balance.
Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA)
We utilize strict in-house quality control to guarantee that our 5-HTP powder exceeds industry standards. Below are our documented batch parameters:
Physical & Chemical Data
- Color / Appearance: Off-White to Pale Grey Fine Powder (Organoleptic Qualified)
- Odor: Characteristic (Organoleptic Qualified)
- Assay (L-5-HTP): Minimum 98.0% | Result: 98.63% (HPLC)
- Identification: Identical to R.S. sample (HPTLC)
- Loss on Drying: 1.0% Max. (Eur.Ph.7.0 [2.5.12]) | Result: 0.21%
- Total Ash: 1.0% Max. (Eur.Ph.7.0 [2.4.16]) | Result: 0.62%
- Sieve Analysis: 100% pass 80 mesh (USP36<786> Conform)
- Specific Rotation: -34.7° ～ -30.9° (Eur.Ph.7.0 [2.9.13]) | Result: -32.8°
- Loose Density: 20~60 g/100ml (Eur.Ph.7.0 [2.9.34]) | Result: 53.38 g/100ml
- Tap Density: 30~80 g/100ml (Eur.Ph.7.0 [2.9.34]) | Result: 72.38 g/100ml
- Solvents Residue: Meets Eur.Ph.7.0 <5.4> & <2.4.24> (Qualified)
- Pesticides Residue: Meets USP36 <561> Requirements (Qualified)
Heavy Metals Analysis (Eur.Ph.7.0 <2.2.58> / ICP-MS)
- Total Heavy Metals: 10ppm Max. | Result: 1.388g/kg
- Lead (Pb): 2.0ppm Max. | Result: 0.062g/kg
- Arsenic (As): 1.0ppm Max. | Result: 0.005g/kg
- Cadmium (Cd): 1.0ppm Max. | Result: 0.005g/kg
- Mercury (Hg): 0.5ppm Max. | Result: 0.025g/kg
Microbiological Testing (USP <2021>)
- Total Plate Count: NMT 1000cfu/g (Qualified)
- Total Yeast & Mold: NMT 100cfu/g (Qualified)
- E. Coli: Negative
- Salmonella: Negative
Regulatory Compliance & Safety Declarations
To support global brands and international trade compliance, Plant Extract Supply verifies the following attributes for our pure 5-HTP Extract:
- GMO Statement: We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is absolutely non-GMO and was not produced from or with any genetically modified plant material.
- Allergen-Free Guarantee: Completely free from Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Seeds (Mustard, Sesame), Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Kamut, Gluten, Soybeans, Dairy (including lactose), Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Celery, Lupin, and Sulphites (added or >10 ppm).
- Gluten-Free Statement: This product is naturally gluten-free and processed in facilities free from gluten-containing ingredients.
- Kosher & Vegan Certified: Fully tested and certified to comply with strict Kosher and Vegan standards.
- BSE/TSE Statement: Confirmed to be 100% free of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE).
- Cruelty-Free Statement: Ethically produced; this material has not been subjected to animal testing.
- By-Products & Impurities Formulation Profile: Manufactured completely free of Parabens, Phthalates, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), and unapproved residual solvents.
Storage & Handling Recommendations
To ensure maximum shelf-life and preserve the integrity of the active 5-hydroxytryptophan compound:
- Storage: Keep stored in a cool, dry environment. Ensure the container is well-closed.
- Protection: Keep strictly away from ambient moisture, strong heat, and direct sunlight.
Partner with Plant Extract Supply
For B2B wholesale pricing, bulk packaging inquiries, formulation support, or to request a sample of our Organic Natural Pure 5-Hydroxytryptophan Powder (5-HTP), please contact our dedicated global sales team:
Contact: [email protected]
