Kava Extract
Kava Extract
About Kava Extract
Kava Extract is sourced from Piper methysticum Forst.. It is offered standardized for 5% to 10% Kavalactones by HPLC, CAS 9000-38-8. Traditional and industrial applications include anxiolytic & stress reduction, insomnia & sleep aid, analgesic & muscle relaxation, neuroprotection.
Applications & Benefits
6Anxiolytic & Stress Reduction
Kavalactones promote relaxation without inducing sedation at lower doses, often used as a natural alternative to benzodiazepines for treating generalized anxiety disorder.
Insomnia & Sleep Aid
Kava extract improves sleep quality and increases deep sleep, acting as a sedative.
Analgesic & Muscle Relaxation
Kavalactones have significant pain-relieving (analgesic) and muscle-relaxing effects.
Neuroprotection
Research suggests kavain can protect neurons and reduce tissue damage from stroke (infarction), suggesting potential in treating neurodegenerative issues.
Cosmetics
Due to their anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, kavalactones are used in skincare products for soothing skin and treating acne.
Potential Anticancer Activity
Studies have shown kavalactones (e.g., flavokavain A) have chemo preventive activities against lung, prostate, and urothelial cancers in animal models.
Specifications
Technical Specification Sheet- Botanical Source
- Piper methysticum Forst
- Offering Grade
- 5% to 10% Kavalactones by HPLC
- CAS Number
- 9000-38-8
- Active Compound
- Kavain (C14H14NO3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the botanical source of Kava Extract?
Kava Extract is sourced from Piper methysticum Forst.
What is the CAS number for Kava Extract?
Kava Extract carries CAS number 9000-38-8.
What grade is Kava Extract offered in?
Kava Extract is offered standardized for 5% to 10% Kavalactones by HPLC.
What is Kava Extract used for?
Kava Extract is commonly used for Anxiolytic & Stress Reduction.
What are herbal extracts, and how does Sureka Life Sciences supply them?
Herbal extracts are the standardized active compounds isolated from botanical raw material — used across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic formulations. Sureka Life Sciences manufactures and supplies these extracts, standardized to a specified grade or percentage (for example, by HPLC) with a defined botanical source and, where applicable, a CAS number.
How is each herbal extract standardized?
Each extract's product page states its offering grade (such as a percentage range verified by HPLC), botanical source, and active compound, so buyers can confirm it matches their formulation requirement before enquiring.
What quality systems apply to these extracts?
Sureka Life Sciences is ISO 9001:2015 certified for Quality Management and ISO 22000:2018 certified for Food Safety Management, and operates two dedicated R&D laboratories for standardization and analytical testing.
Which herbal extracts are HPLC-verified?
27 of the 107 herbal extracts in this category are standardized by HPLC assay, including Curcumin Extract, Nano Curcumin Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Black Pepper Extract, Green Tea Extract, Brahmi Plant Extract, and Berberine Extract. Each product's page states its exact offering grade and standardization method.
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