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[Kava extract kavalactones]
[English Name] Kava Extract
[Botanical Source] Piper methysticum Extracting
[Main Active ingredient] Kavalactones
[CAS No.] 9000-38-8 
[Molecular] C15H14O5
[Molecular Weight] 274.2706 
[Purity] 30%,40%,50%,60%,80% HPLC 
[Appearence] 30% (Golden Yellow Powder) 40%~80% Golden Yellow Paste
[Solubility] not solute in water,solute in organic solvents
[EINECS No.] 287-390-8

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[Brief Introduction of Kava]
Kava is an herbaceous plant used frequently in herbal medicine to treat anxiety and insomnia. It is native to the South Pacific islands, and its root has been used ceremonially, recreationally, and medicinally for centuries. Consuming kava extract produces a feeling of mild euphoria, and is known for its relaxation and anti-convulsant effects. it is commonly prescribed by herbalists and alternative medicine practitioners for all types of anxiety disorders.
Herbal Origin:Growth in islands of the South Pacific like Fiji, Tonga, Samoa,and Vanuatu. Root Shape:Main Root Diameter 1cm,side root 5-8 pcs,dark brown  color,Belt hair root, root lenth more than 8cm,spicy smell,taste slightly acid.
Another study published in a 2002 edition of the scientific journal, Life Sciences, found that kava is very effective in treating anxiety without causing a loss of mental acuity. It is shown to have minimal negative side effects and may even cause positive effects, such as an increase of cognitive processing and reaction time. According to the study, kava-kava is non-addictive and well tolerated by most patients.

[What is Kavalactones]
The active ingredients that make kava extract so effective against anxiety are kavalactones which are found in the plant’s roots. They have the ability to improve mood by increasing dopamine levels. It is unclear exactly how this process works. However, when an individual consumes kava-kava in any form, the kavalactones affect the neurotransmitters, or chemicals that carry messages between cells, in the blood.

[Main Function of Kavalactones]
1.To remove tension and stress 
2.To cure worry and lossing sleep 
3.To ease muscular tone.

[Action of Kavalactones]
1. Kava is chewed by some to relieve symptoms of throat pain, as Kava produces a numbing effect on the tongue and throat.
2. Kava can cause sedation, and in high amounts, intoxication, kava drinks are consumed in some parts of the world in much the same way as alcohol.
3. Kava root has sedative and hypnotic, anti-fungal, anti-thrombosis, anti-fatigue, weight loss, muscle relaxation effect, is a good anti-anxiety, depression agent.

[Applications of Kavalactones]
1,Pharmaceutical raw materials
2,Food and Drink for health care
3,Food additive

[Packing & Storage]
Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.N.W.:25kgs .I.D.38cm×H42cm
Store in a well-closed container Away from moisture.
 
[Shelf  Life]
Two years if sealed and store away from direct sun light.
 
[About Manufacturer Kang Biotech]
History: “Hunan Kang Biotech” is a subordiary of “Huan Kang Pharmaceutical Group”, which engaged in the natural ingredients' research & development (R & D), production and selling. Providing the high-quality natural materials for manufacturers and enterprises of botanical drug, health food, beverage, cosmetic etc.
Certification:Our company is equiped with UV/HPLC/GC/AA and other morden analyzing instruments to assure high quality. Our factory have passed GMP in Aug.10.2010, Certificate No.:J0261
Factory:Hunan Kangbiotech’s factory covers an area of 130 Acres, and the production workshop is designed according to GMP stantard.
 
[Why Chose Kang Biotech]
1)Free sample(10-20g or enough to detection) and Unconditional assume respons
2)100% Natural porduct, without any synthetize ingredient
3)Manufacturer direct supply, provide OEM, R&D service
4)GMPs,Gsp
5)Leading plant extract manufacturer in China