Devil’s Claw Extract (Harpagoside) – High-Purity Bulk Supply for Supplements & Functional Foods
(1) Devil’s Claw Extract (Harpagoside) – Premium Botanical Ingredient for B2B Buyers
If you’re looking to buy high-purity Devil’s Claw Extract (Harpagoside) from a reliable, long-term herbal extract supplier, this page gives you everything you need—specifications, COA standards, production process, certifications, and application guidance. AIHerba® (Shaanxi Zhonghong Investment Technology Co., Ltd.) is a GMP-certified botanical extract manufacturer with over 28 years of experience supplying bulk herbal extracts to nutraceutical, functional food, and cosmetic brands worldwide.
Our Devil’s Claw Extract is standardized to 2.5%–10% Harpagoside (HPLC) and
produced in our Plant Extract Factory China, ensuring stable potency, clean profiles, and full raw-material traceability. Whether you’re sourcing ingredients for dietary supplements or exploring customized herbal extract solutions, we provide consistent quality, competitive price, and responsive technical support. Free sample herbal extract is available for qualified B2B buyers.
(2) Product Overview
2.1 What Is Devil’s Claw Extract?
Devil’s Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a botanical widely used in traditional herbal applications. Our extract is standardized for Harpagoside, its primary bioactive marker, professionally quantified using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
2.2 Why Choose AIHerba’s Harpagoside Extract?
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Consistent HPLC standardization
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Produced under ISO / HACCP / GMP
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Verified with third-party microbial & heavy metal testing
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Stable supply from a long-established botanical extract manufacturer
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Full documentation: COA / MSDS available on request
(3) Product Origin & Raw Material Source
Our Devil’s Claw roots are sourced from controlled regions in Southern Africa where sustainable wild-harvesting programs operate. Each batch undergoes:
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Identity verification
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Soil & heavy-metal screening
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Pesticide-residue testing (EU & USP standards)
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Moisture & microbial checks before extraction
Raw material traceability records (origin, batch, harvest date) are fully maintained and shared with clients upon request.
(4) Key Benefits & Functional Properties
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Standardized Harpagoside provides consistent, measurable botanical activity.
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Commonly used in traditional wellness formulations.
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Suitable for products targeting joint health categories, mobility support blends, and general wellness supplements.
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Offers formulators a clean, plant-derived active for capsules, tablets, gummies, and functional beverages.
(5) Usage Guidelines & Applications
5.1 Common Use Levels
Typical usage ranges from 200–600 mg/day, depending on the formula design and market regulations. (Brands should verify region-specific regulatory limits.)
5.2 Best Formulation Practices
Blend well with:
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Turmeric Extract (Curcuminoids)
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Boswellia Serrata Extract
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Ginger Root Extract
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MSM
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Collagen peptides
5.3 Traditional Herbal Applications
Devil’s Claw has a long history in traditional herbal systems due to its root constituents, especially Harpagoside.
5.4 Precautions
Not recommended for pregnant or lactating individuals unless advised by a healthcare professional. Verify regulatory compliance in your market.
(6) Technical Specifications
6.1 General Product Specifications
| Item | Description |
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| Product Name | Devil’s Claw Extract (Harpagoside) |
| Botanical Name | Harpagophytum procumbens |
| Active Marker | Harpagoside 2.5% / 5% / 10% (HPLC) |
| Appearance | Brown to brown-yellow powder |
| Solubility | Water dispersible |
| Particle Size | 95% pass 80 mesh |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
| Residual Solvents | Complies with USP <467> |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Storage | Cool, dry place; tightly sealed |
| Packaging | 25 kg/drum with double PE liner |
6.2 COA – Pesticides / Heavy Metals / Microbiology
A. Pesticide Residue Test Items
| Test Item | Limit | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Organochlorine Pesticides | ≤ 0.1 mg/kg | GC-MS |
| Organophosphorus Pesticides | ≤ 0.1 mg/kg | GC-MS |
| Pyrethroid Pesticides | ≤ 0.1 mg/kg | GC-MS |
| EU 500+ Multi-Residue Screen | Complies | LC-MS/MS |
B. Heavy Metals
| Test Item | Limit | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 3.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1.0 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | ICP-MS |
C. Microbiology
| Test Item | Limit | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 10,000 CFU/g | USP <2021> |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 300 CFU/g | USP <2021> |
| E. coli | Negative | USP <2022> |
| Salmonella | Negative | USP <2022> |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | USP <2022> |
(7) Production Technology & Flow
7.1 Extraction Technology
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Water-ethanol extraction
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Low-temperature concentration to protect markers
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Spray drying for uniform particle size
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HPLC marker analysis at multiple checkpoints
7.2 Complete Production Flow
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Raw herb selection & inspection
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Cleaning & cutting
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Water-ethanol extraction
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Filtration
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Concentration
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Purification & standardization
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Spray drying
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Milling & sieving
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Microbial & heavy-metal testing
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Final QC release (COA issued)
Production is carried out in ISO22000, HACCP, and GMP-certified facilities.
(8) Storage, Shelf Life & MOQ
| Item | Details |
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| Storage | Keep sealed in a cool, ventilated, dry area |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| MOQ | 1 kg (pilot), 25 kg (bulk order) |
| Transportation | By air, sea, DHL/UPS/FedEx |
| Samples | Free sample herbal extract available |
(9) Suitable Industries & Applications
Industries
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Dietary supplements
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Functional foods and beverages
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Herbal formulations
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Pet supplements
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Cosmetics (GMP certified plant extract for cosmetics)
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Sports nutrition blends
Applications
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Capsules & tablets
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Gummies
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Herbal syrups
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Functional drinks
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Powders & sachets
(10) Scientific Source & Quality Assurance
We maintain:
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Raw material traceability (origin → batch → harvest date → QC results)
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Production under ISO / HACCP / GMP
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Third-party testing (HPLC / UV / Microbial / ICP-MS)
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Full regulatory documentation (COA / MSDS on request)
Expert Note:
“Harpagoside content varies widely in unstandardized extracts, so consistent HPLC-standardized material is essential for formulation reproducibility.”
— Technical Director, AIHerba R&D Center
(11) Factory Strength & Experience (E-E-A-T)
AIHerba® is a long-established plant extract factory in China, with:
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28+ years manufacturing experience
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High-purity herbal extracts for global brands
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OEM & ODM formulation service
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Supercritical CO₂ extraction, water-ethanol extraction, fermentation technology
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Verified as a food-grade botanical extract supplier
Contact us directly:
📧 sales@aiherba.com / info@aiherba.com / liaodaohai@gmail.com
🌐 www.aiherba.com
(12) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1) What Harpagoside specifications do you offer?
We provide 2.5%, 5%, and 10% Harpagoside, measured by HPLC. Custom specifications can be made via our customized herbal extract service.
2) Do you provide documentation for regulatory filing?
Yes—COA, MSDS, TDS, and third-party testing reports are available upon request.
3) Can you supply large quantities for long-term production?
Yes, our factory maintains stable inventory and can scale bulk production quickly.
4) Do you offer OEM/ODM solutions?
Yes, we support formulation, capsule/tablet production, flavoring, and packaging development.
5) What is your lead time?
Typically 3–7 working days for stocked items; custom specs may require additional time.
6) Do you ship internationally?
We ship worldwide by air, sea, courier, or forwarder—based on your logistics preference.
(13) References (PubMed / NIH / Industry)
(Non-medical, scientific credibility only)
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NIH / NLM Botanical Monographs – Devil’s Claw
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PubMed: Analytical methods of Harpagoside by HPLC
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ESCOP Monographs – Harpagophytum procumbens
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European Pharmacopoeia – Harpagoside testing
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FDA GRAS botanical general references for herbal extracts
