Butea Superba Extract (10:1) is a concentrated botanical extract derived from the tuberous root of Butea superba, a climbing plant native to Thailand and Southeast Asia. At a 10:1 concentration ratio, this extract delivers a potent dose of flavonoids, isoflavonoids, and phytosterols — bioactive compounds associated with male sexual health, testosterone support, and anti-fatigue properties. Butea superba is often referred to as Thai Red Kwao Krua and has a long history of traditional use as a male tonic herb.
Butea Superba Extract has growing demand in the men’s health supplement market as a natural alternative for supporting male vitality, libido, and physical performance.
Applications:
- Men’s Health (male vitality supplements, testosterone support, libido enhancement formulations)
- Sports Nutrition (strength, stamina, and anti-fatigue performance blends)
- Traditional Herbal Medicine (Thai traditional male tonic formulations)
- Nutraceuticals (general men’s wellness supplement blends)
Key Features & Benefits:
- 10:1 concentrated flavonoid and isoflavonoid-rich male tonic extract
- Traditional Thai herb for male vitality and testosterone support
- Anti-fatigue and physical performance properties
- Halal-certified & food-grade quality
- Suitable for capsule, tablet, and powder formulations
Not every “kwao krua” is Butea
In Thailand, several unrelated plants are sold under the name kwao krua, including red kwao krua (Butea superba) and white kwao krua (Pueraria mirifica). They have different chemistry and are not interchangeable. State the Latin name and the plant part (tuberous root) on the specification and the COA.
What a 10:1 ratio tells you
The constituents usually reported for Butea superba root are flavonoids and flavonoid glycosides. A 10:1 ratio does not state how much of them the extract contains. Ask the supplier which marker, if any, is tested and by which method, and request an identity test that separates it from the other kwao krua plants.
Formulation and labelling notes
Men’s health products are a closely watched category in many markets. Check the rules on vitality and hormone-related wording before you write product copy. Butea superba is often formulated with Tongkat Ali Extract, Muira Puama Extract or Tribulus Terrestris Extract.
Halal certification
This ingredient is listed as “Butea Superba Extract” on FC Materials’ Halal certificate (Sijil Pengesahan Halal, MS 1500:2019), issued through the Penang Islamic Religious Council (MAINPP) and the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM). Reference JAKIM.700-2/3/1 105-07/2022, valid until 15 October 2028. Ask us for a copy.
What to ask for on the certificate of analysis
- Botanical name and plant part (Butea superba tuberous root)
- Extraction ratio, solvent and carrier with its percentage
- Marker content with the test method, if specified
- Identity test (TLC or HPLC fingerprint) distinguishing it from Pueraria mirifica
- Loss on drying, heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury) and pesticide residues
- Microbiology: total plate count, yeast and mould, E. coli, Salmonella
- Batch number, manufacture and retest dates
