Patented Solvent-Free Process
Produced through a patented solvent-free process — no residual organic solvents, no compromised actives.
Branded Ingredient
Harporia®
Branded Poria cocos Extract
A pure, solvent-free poria cocos extract powder — positioned to support calmness, restful sleep and healthy balance.
Harporia®
Poria cocos Extract
Pure & Solvent-Free
A Branded, Solvent-Free Poria cocos Extract
Harporia® is a branded Poria cocos extract supplied by FC Materials and sourced from a trusted global partner. It is a pure, full-spectrum poria cocos extract powder produced through a patented solvent-free process — a clean, natural ingredient positioned to support calmness, restful sleep and healthy balance.
As a specialty ingredient for supplement and functional food brands, Harporia® offers a recognisable product story, clear documentation and Halal-suitable sourcing.
Solvent-FreePatented ProcessHalal-suitable
Botanical Background
What Is Poria cocos Extract?
Poria cocos is a fungus (Wolfiporia extensa) that grows on the roots of pine trees. The traditional ingredient is taken from its dried underground body, the sclerotium — sometimes listed as Cocos sclerotium.
While often described as a mushroom, it is the sclerotium, not a cap-and-stem mushroom, that has long been valued. A poria cocos extract concentrates the plant’s natural compounds — most notably polysaccharides — into a usable powder ingredient for modern formulations.
Key Compound
Polysaccharides — the primary bioactive compounds responsible for the functional properties of poria cocos extract.
Fu Ling in Traditional Use
Centuries of Traditional Use
Poria cocos is known across cultures by several names: Fu Ling in traditional Chinese medicine, hoelen, and historically as Indian bread.
It has been traditionally used for centuries — often prepared as a tea or herbal blend — and remains one of the most widely referenced ingredients in traditional Chinese medicine.
This long history of medicinal and culinary use is part of what makes poria cocos a versatile, story-rich ingredient for brands today.
The Harporia® Difference
Why Harporia® Is Different
Most poria cocos raw material on the market is a generic commodity. Harporia® is different.
Branded & Documented
A recognisable product name with full specifications, COA and Halal-suitability documentation.
Quality Assured
Manufactured under recognised quality standards including ISO, HACCP and patent credentials.
Clean-Label & Formulator-Friendly
A clean-label, full-spectrum ingredient that is formulator-friendly across supplements, functional foods and personal care alike.
Target Benefits
How Harporia® Is Positioned
Harporia® is designed to help manufacturers develop differentiated products positioned for:
Sleep Quality
Supporting restful, restorative sleep for better recovery and wellbeing.
Calmness & Stress
Supporting a calm, balanced state for daily resilience.
Healthy Water Balance
Supporting the body's natural balance and comfort.
Metabolic Circulation
Supporting overall wellbeing and metabolic health.
Technical Details
Product Information & Specification
| Ingredient | Branded Poria cocos extract (Harporia®) |
| Form | Powder |
| Specification | Polysaccharides > 7% |
| Origin | Taiwan |
| Process | Patented, solvent-free |
| Suitable for | Supplements, functional foods, personal care |
Suggested Use
Sleep quality500 mg
Body balance800 mg
Water retention & bloating1000 mg
Full specification sheets, certificate of analysis and Halal-suitability documents are available on request.
Scientific Foundation
Research Background
Modern research has explored Poria cocos and its polysaccharides for a range of functional properties.
Areas of Study
Studies have evaluated functional activity in areas including sleep architecture, the body's response to stress, immune system support, water balance, and anti-inflammatory effects.
Partner Research
Research on Harporia® has examined improvements in sleep — including total sleep time, sleep quality and reduced night-time awakenings — and markers related to brain function under stress.
Selected Research on Poria cocos
Kim H et al. Nutrients. 2023;15(19):4242
Zhang Y et al. Foods. 2025;14(7):1103
Lee H et al. Cell Mol Biol. 2018;64(5):80–84
Duan Y et al. Int J Biol Macromol. 2023;249:125953
Want the Full Evidence?
The complete Harporia® research pack — including study summaries, specifications and Halal-suitability documentation — is available to manufacturers on request.
Request the Full Research Pack
Trust & Transparency
Quality, Safety & Sourcing
Harporia® is produced as a food-grade raw material under recognised quality systems, with relevant testing and documentation available.
The ingredient is positioned as Halal-suitable, supported by ISO, HACCP and patent credentials from the manufacturer.
FC Materials does not own the Harporia® brand — we source it from a trusted partner company and provide the technical data, samples and supplier coordination you need to move from interest to formulation with confidence.
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Versatile Applications
Use in Supplements, Food & Personal Care
Harporia® is a flexible ingredient that can carry across multiple product lines.
Supplements
Sleep support capsules, calmness tablets, and stress balance formulations.
Functional Foods
Calming beverages, sleep-supporting snacks, and wellness food products.
Personal Care
Skin wellness and "inner radiance" applications for cosmetic care products.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Harporia® is a branded, patented, solvent-free poria cocos extract with defined specifications and documentation — not an unbranded commodity material.
No. We source and supply it from a trusted global partner and support you with documentation, MOQ and formulation direction.
Yes — it is positioned as Halal-suitable. Documentation can be confirmed on request.
Yes. Request documentation and samples and we will share the technical data so you can evaluate suitability for your formulation.
MOQ varies — share your product plans and target volumes and we will discuss options.
Bring Calm and Balance to Your Next Product
Ready to Formulate with Harporia®?
Request Harporia® documentation, samples, the full research pack and pricing. Tell us your application and target market, and our team will support your development.
