Botanical Extracts
Gastrodia (Tianma) Extract
Gastrodia elata tuber (Dabie Mountains / Hubei)
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Technical Specification
Complete specification sheet
16-field gold-standard data — the technical transparency that competitors don't provide.
| Product Name | Gastrodia (Tianma) Extract |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Gastrodia elata tuber (Dabie Mountains / Hubei) |
| Plant Family | Orchidaceae |
| Part Used | Tuber (rhizome) |
| Active Ingredient | Gastrodin |
| Assay / HPLC | Gastrodin 1% or 5% by HPLC; confirm assay basis during RFQ |
| Extraction Method | Water / ethanol extraction of Gastrodia tuber |
| Appearance | White to light yellowish-brown powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and ethanol |
| Suggested Use | 100-500 mg per serving in dietary supplements |
| Origin | Yunnan Province, China |
| Certifications | Supplier route review, COA / MSDS / TDS by RFQ, Document review for Western brands |
| MOQ / Packaging | 1 bag sample (100g) / 1-5 kg pilot / 25 kg drum by RFQ |
| Lead Time | 7-15 days after grade, stock and document confirmation |
| Stability / Storage | 24 months when stored sealed in cool, dry, dark conditions |
| Applications | Sleep support / calm / senior cognitive supplement formulation |
Pricing & MOQ
Tiered pricing — from sample to bulk
Transparent FOB China reference pricing. Formal quotation requires grade, batch and stock confirmation.
For sample pack or RFQ screening only. Formal quotation requires grade, batch and stock confirmation.
Request sample →Quoted after assay method, COA scope, pack route, lead time and application fit are confirmed.
Request pilot quote →Based on assay, MOQ, stock, packaging, shipping marks, freight term and destination market.
Request bulk quote →Available specifications
| Specification | SKU | Assay Method | Reference Price | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastrodia Gastrodin 1% | HS-BE-GAS-GD1-100G | HPLC; confirm assay basis | FOB USD 6 / 100g bag (ref. ~22/kg bulk) | 100g/bag |
| Gastrodia Gastrodin 5% | HS-BE-GAS-GD5-100G | HPLC; confirm assay basis | FOB USD 6 / 100g bag (ref. ~22/kg bulk) | 100g/bag |
Next Step
How to proceed with Gastrodia (Tianma) Extract
Choose the path that matches your buying stage. Each route reaches the same procurement team, so you get a focused response.
Request a sample
Validate quality, appearance and solubility before committing. Samples ship with a batch COA.
Request sampleRequest a bulk quote
Get MOQ, lead time, FOB reference pricing and export-document support for your destination market.
Request quoteGet technical documents
COA, SDS, TDS and HPLC chromatogram. Tell us the batch or specification you need.
Request documentsDocuments
Download technical documents
COA, SDS, TDS and HPLC chromatogram available for every product. Request batch-specific documents through RFQ.
Applications
Where this ingredient fits
Use this when… — practical formulation guidance for each downstream application.
Neuro and calm-support in wellness supplements
Neuro-health and calm-support supplement brands
Use gastrodia when the brief targets nerve comfort, calm or sleep-adjacent positioning with a traditional botanical extract.
Traditional botanical tonics and teas
Traditional-tonic and botanical-tea formulators
Add gastrodia extract to teas or tonics where a mild, grounding botanical note supports a calm story.
Healthy-aging and cognitive positioning
Healthy-aging and cognitive supplement manufacturers
Position gastrodia alongside lion's mane or reishi when the story is whole-system wellness.
Specification Guide
Which spec fits your application
Match your target application and dosage form to the right grade — then request a sample or quote.
| Application | Form | Recommended Grade | Why this grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleep & calm supplements (capsule / tablet) | Powder | Gastrodia Gastrodin 1% | Controlled entry cost for formula screening; upgrade to 5% for a stronger label claim. |
| Premium sleep / calm gummies & powders | Powder | Gastrodia Gastrodin 5% | Higher gastrodin supports a premium nighttime positioning. |
| Senior cognitive & healthy-aging blends | Powder | Gastrodia Gastrodin 5% | Stronger marker backs cognitive / healthy-aging claim strength. |
Real Buyer Scenario
How buyers actually source this
An anonymized example based on real inbound inquiry patterns — no names, no fabricated numbers.
A US nutraceutical brand's senior buyer was building a melatonin-free nighttime gummy and needed a standardized calm botanical with a verifiable gastrodin assay.
Representative buyer scenario based on common qualification requirements for gastrodia / gastrodin.
Product Knowledge Base
Everything buyers need to know about gastrodia extract
Technical depth that helps formulators and procurement teams choose with confidence.
What is Gastrodia Extract?
Gastrodia (Tian Ma) tuber is traditionally used for sleep, calm and senior cognitive support, and its signature compound is gastrodin - the glucoside of p-hydroxybenzyl alcohol. That makes it distinct from the mushrooms and from energy-positioned botanicals.
Dabie Mountains cultivation
Tubers are cultivated in regions such as the Dabie Mountains and Hubei; wild Gastrodia is protected, so cultivated material is the responsible source. Tuber maturity affects gastrodin content.
Extraction and gastrodin assay
Extraction and standardization reach gastrodin 1% or 5% by HPLC. As with other botanicals, confirm the assay basis during RFQ so the specification matches your label claim.
Sleep and calm applications
Gastrodia targets sleep-support, calm and senior cognitive supplements, often paired with melatonin-free calming botanicals. Its positioning is nighttime and relaxation, not stimulation.
Quality and testing
We verify gastrodin by HPLC, plus heavy metals, microbiology and pesticide residues. A COA showing the gastrodin percentage is essential for the claim.
RFQ checklist
Confirm gastrodin percentage, pack size and whether it is combined with other calming actives. The gastrodin assay basis is the key detail to lock before quoting.
Quality & Compliance
Batch-level COA archive
Every batch is documented. Review historical batch records to verify quality consistency before committing to an RFQ.
| Batch Number | Production Date | Assay Result | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS-D-100G-2406 | 2024-06 | Gastrodin 1% | Passed | Request COA → |
| HS-D-100G-2403 | 2024-03 | Gastrodin 1% | Archived | Request COA → |
| HS-D-100G-2312 | 2023-12 | Gastrodin 1% | Archived | Request COA → |
HPLC Chromatogram — Active Marker Identification
Chromatographic analysis of Gastrodin in our QC laboratory. The batch-specific chromatogram and full HPLC report are issued with every COA.
Testing Focus
Gastrodin content by HPLC
Heavy metals: Pb, Cd, As, Hg
Pesticide residue and microbial limit
Microbiology: total count, yeast / mold, E. coli, Salmonella
Moisture and loss on drying
Microbial limit for senior-wellness formats
Document Notes
COA and gastrodin assay checked before quotation
MSDS, TDS and HPLC chromatogram available by RFQ
Document review for Western supplement / cosmetic brands per market
Sourcing Story
From harvest to your formulation
Yunnan Province, China
GreenSource™ Verified Origin
Gastrodia (Tianma) Extract is sourced from Yunnan Province, China. Our GreenSource™ program ensures every batch is traceable to its harvest region, tested by HPLC for active marker confirmation, and sourced through fair-trade cooperatives that support local farming communities.
Gallery
From plantation to product
Technical FAQ
Common technical questions
What is the solubility of Gastrodia (Tianma) Extract?
How is the active marker verified?
What is the minimum order quantity?
What documents are available?
What is the shelf life and storage recommendation?
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