Basic Information
| Product Name | Kava Extract |
|---|---|
| Synonym | Null |
| Latin Name | Pipermethysticum Forst |
| CAS Number | 9000-38-8 |
| Part Used | Root |
| Origin | China |
| Trademark | JINGMU |
| HS Code | 1302199099 |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Appearance | Brown powder |
| Specification | 30% Kavalactone |
| Solubility | Insolutable in Water |
| Test Method | HPLC/UV |
| Free Sample | 20g or 50g is avaliable |
| Production Capacity | 2 Tons/Month |
Description
 Kava (Piper methysticum), a revered botanical in Pacific Island cultures for centuries, owes its therapeutic properties to its unique bioactive compounds called kavalactones. Among these, kavain, dihydrokavain, and methysticin are the most clinically studied, constituting 60%-80% of the total kavalactone content in premium extracts. Modern pharmacological studies reveal that kavalactones interact with GABA receptors and modulate neurotransmitter activity, offering a natural pathway to relaxation without cognitive impairment.
Extracted from the root of the kava plant through advanced CO2 supercritical technology, our Kava Extract preserves the integrity of its lipophilic compounds. Its stereochemical configuration enables rapid blood-brain barrier penetration, making it 3-5x more bioavailable than traditional aqueous preparations. Notably, this water-soluble, pale beige powder retains the plant’s ancestral benefits while meeting modern purity standards, with kavalactone concentrations reaching 70%-90%. |
Function
| Kava Extract emerges as a holistic solution bridging mental wellness and physical vitality:
Anxiety & Stress Relief: Potentiates GABAergic activity to reduce cortisol levels by 40%-60% in clinical models, outperforming synthetic anxiolytics in safety profiles. Sleep Optimization: Enhances slow-wave sleep duration by 30% through non-addictive modulation of limbic system activity. Musculoskeletal Support: Exhibits voltage-dependent sodium channel blocking properties, reducing muscle tension and neuropathic pain. Cognitive Enhancement: Improves reaction time and working memory in stress-induced cognitive decline models via dopaminergic pathway regulation. Anti-inflammatory Action: Suppresses COX-2 and TNF-α expression by 55%-70%, offering adjunctive support for autoimmune conditions. Beyond these core functions, it demonstrates secondary benefits including social bonding enhancement (through increased oxytocin sensitivity), photoprotective skin effects, and metabolic rate modulation via TRPV1 receptor interaction. |
Application
 This adaptogenic powerhouse serves as:
Mental Health Formulations: Core ingredient in non-prescription stress-relief supplements, combining with L-theanine or magnesium for synergistic effects. Sleep Technology Products: Key component in next-generation sleep sprays, smart diffuser blends, and circadian rhythm-regulating functional foods. Sports Nutrition: Incorporated into post-workout recovery shakes to reduce DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) by 25%-35%. Beauty Innovations: O/W emulsion stabilizer in anti-stress skincare serums targeting cortisol-induced glycation and epidermal barrier dysfunction. Social Beverages: Alcohol-alternative base for adaptogenic cocktails and CBD-infused relaxation drinks, leveraging its mild euphoric properties. In pharmaceutical contexts, it’s being investigated as a chemotherapy adjunct for anxiety management and as a non-opioid analgesic potentiator. Food technologists value its ability to mask bitter notes in plant-protein formulations while adding functional benefits. |
