Botanical Source: Butea superba Specification: 10:1 Appearance: Brown yellow powder Used Part: Root Test Method: TLC Solubility: Soluble in water Molecular Formula: xcsw2018 CAS No.: 84929-28-2 MOQ: 1 kg Sample: 20 g Packing: 1 kg in aluminum foil bag; 25 kg in fibre drum Delivery: FedEx, DHL, air shipment, sea shipment Certifications: ISO, HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL, BRC Features: Non-irradiated GMO-free, allergen-free, TSE/BSE-free Not treated with ETO during production, storage, or transportation
Greenherb operates a certified processing facility specializing in Butea Superba Extract, a standardized flavonoid-rich botanical ingredient derived from the tuberous roots of Butea superba through controlled hydroalcoholic extraction and spray drying. Our production system delivers consistent total flavonoid standardization, verified botanical identity, and batch-level documentation for male vitality wellness, energy support, and traditional Southeast Asian herbal supplement formulations.
Why Choose Greenherb Butea Superba Extract
Total Flavonoid Standardization by HPLC — Each batch is verified by HPLC against a defined total flavonoid specification. The flavonoid fraction of Butea superba root, including pterocarpanoid and isoflavone compounds, represents the primary bioactive identity of this botanical. Consistent flavonoid loading supports predictable functional performance across finished supplement formulations.
Tuberous Root-Exclusive Sourcing — Our extract is derived from the tuberous roots of Butea superba. The root tuber concentrates the highest flavonoid content among all plant parts. This sourcing specificity maintains active compound yield consistency and aligns with the plant part used in traditional Thai herbal preparations.
Phosphodiesterase-Adjacent Mechanism — The flavonoid compounds in Butea superba root have been associated with cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase inhibition in research contexts. This mechanism is functionally distinct from the PDE5 inhibitor-adjacent mechanism of Epimedium-derived icariin. The different enzymatic pathway provides formulators with a mechanistically differentiated male vitality botanical for combination or standalone supplement concepts.
Traditional Thai Botanical Heritage — Butea superba has been used in Thai traditional medicine as a male vitality tonic for generations. This documented traditional use background provides authentic herbal heritage for product positioning in both Asian wellness markets and Western botanical supplement categories targeting traditional botanical validation.
Heavy Metal and Pesticide Compliance — Every lot undergoes ICP-MS heavy metal screening and GC/LC-MS pesticide residue analysis against EU and US thresholds before release.
Complete Export Documentation — COA, MSDS, Non-GMO affidavit, flavonoid certificate, and heavy metal test report accompany every shipment.
Certificate of Analysis
What Is Butea Superba Extract
The Plant and Its Regional Significance
Butea superba is a climbing vine in the Fabaceae family indigenous to Southeast Asian forest environments. The plant produces large tuberous roots that accumulate a concentrated flavonoid fraction including pterocarpanoid-type compounds and isoflavone derivatives. In Thai traditional wellness culture, the root has historically been used as a male vitality tonic and energy support botanical. This traditional application background positions Butea superba alongside other Southeast Asian botanicals with documented regional wellness heritage, distinguishing it from Chinese or Indian traditional herb categories that dominate much of the global botanical supplement market.
Extract vs. Butea Superba Powder
Butea Superba Powder produced through simple root drying and milling retains the complete tuberous root matrix at naturally occurring flavonoid concentrations, which vary significantly with root age, harvest timing, and cultivation conditions. Butea Superba Extract undergoes selective hydroalcoholic extraction and HPLC flavonoid standardization. This concentrates the pterocarpanoid and isoflavone fractions to defined and analytically verified specifications. The standardized active compound content supports formulation label claim compliance and batch-to-batch performance consistency in male vitality supplement applications.
Production Process
Incoming Butea superba tuberous roots are authenticated by botanical identity verification and HPLC flavonoid fingerprinting. Total flavonoid content, moisture, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbiological status are screened before processing.
Root Cleaning and Size Reduction — Dried tuberous roots undergo mechanical cleaning to remove soil residue and foreign matter. Material reduces to defined particle size to maximize solvent penetration and flavonoid extraction efficiency.
Hydroalcoholic Extraction — Ground root material is extracted with a controlled water-alcohol system under defined temperature and time parameters. The alcohol fraction selectively solubilizes the lipophilic pterocarpanoid and isoflavone compounds alongside water-soluble polysaccharide fractions.
Filtration and Concentration — Crude extract undergoes multi-stage filtration to remove insoluble root fiber and starch, then concentrates under reduced pressure at controlled temperatures preserving heat-sensitive flavonoid compounds.
Flavonoid Standardization — Concentrated extract is measured by HPLC for total flavonoid content and flavonoid subclass profile. Controlled blending achieves the target specification while maintaining the characteristic Butea superba flavonoid composition.
Spray Drying — Standardized extract is atomized and dried with food-grade carrier support at validated temperatures, producing a uniform light brown to tan free-flowing powder.
Quality Release and Packaging — Each lot undergoes total flavonoid HPLC quantification, pterocarpanoid profile assessment, moisture, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbiological compliance testing before sealing in double-layer PE inner bags with desiccants in light-proof nitrogen-flushed drums.
Functional Properties & Benefits
Male Vitality and Sexual Wellness Support
Butea Superba Extract is incorporated into male vitality supplement formulations. The pterocarpanoid and isoflavone flavonoid content contributes to products designed to support comfortable sexual function, promote physical vitality, and contribute to a sense of energized male wellness during daily routines. The cAMP phosphodiesterase-adjacent mechanism provides a distinct botanical male vitality action profile from Epimedium-based icariin preparations, supporting both standalone and combination formula positioning.
Energy and Physical Stamina Support
Some energy and stamina formulations incorporate Butea Superba Extract for its contribution to sustained physical energy and endurance comfort. Products designed to support physical performance capacity, reduce the sensation of fatigue, and promote active daily vitality incorporate this botanical alongside complementary energy-supporting ingredients.
Testosterone Comfort and Hormonal Balance Support
Traditional use contexts associate Butea superba root preparations with supporting comfortable testosterone balance and overall male hormonal wellness. Some men's health supplement formulations incorporate this extract for its contribution to natural hormonal balance comfort during daily routines as part of a comprehensive male wellness approach.
Applications
Male Vitality and Sexual Wellness Supplements
Butea Superba Manufactory supply for hard capsule, tablet, and powder sachet male vitality supplement formats. Standardized total flavonoid content, confirmed Butea superba botanical identity, and comprehensive regulatory documentation support finished product positioning in the male vitality and sexual wellness supplement category.
Traditional Southeast Asian Herbal Formulations
Multi-ingredient Southeast Asian traditional wellness formulations combine Butea Superba Extract with Tongkat Ali, Kaempferia parviflora, and complementary regional herbal ingredients. Authentic Thai botanical heritage and traditional use documentation support premium positioning in markets with established consumer familiarity with Southeast Asian wellness botanicals.
Men's Health Multi-Ingredient Stacks
Comprehensive men's health formulations combine Butea Superba Extract with zinc, vitamin D, ashwagandha, and complementary hormonal wellness ingredients. Testosterone comfort support, energy vitality, and sexual wellness are primary positioning concepts in this premium men's health supplement category.
Contact Greenherb for Butea Superba Extract Supply
Greenherb supplies Butea Superba Extract with verified flavonoid profiles, backed by comprehensive third-party testing. We offer flexible order quantities from laboratory samples to full container loads. Customized flavonoid standardization tiers, pterocarpanoid profiling documentation, and particle size specifications are available on request. For immediate assistance, contact our sourcing team directly.
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We offer a range of professional packaging options tailored to different order sizes:
1kg per aluminum bag
5-10kg per carton
25kg per drum
For products with special transportation requirements, we provide customized, enhanced packaging solutions. Take Deoxyarbutin as an example: as this ingredient may discolor during transit, we use vacuum-sealed packaging to preserve its quality and appearance.
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Our Factory
As a professional plant extract supplier, we implement stringent quality control across every single step of our factory's operations:
Raw Material Stage: We exercise strict oversight over the planting of raw materials, as well as the sourcing and purchasing processes
Production Stage: Every detail of the product manufacturing process is standardized and monitored
Final Stage: We also carry out strict checks for the product packaging procedure
This full-chain quality control ensures that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of quality.
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