Botanical Supplements Testing Services

Analytical Testing for Botanical Supplements

Botanical supplements present unique testing challenges. From verifying raw plant identity to measuring active constituents in complex blends.

At Ayah Labs, we bring scientific precision to the world of herbal and plant-based formulations with validated methods aligned with ISO/IEC 17025.

Whether you’re working with standardized extracts, powdered herbs, or complex botanical formulations, we ensure that your claims are backed by defensible data and that your products meet both consumer expectations and global compliance standards.

Common product types we test include:

• Single-herb capsules and powders
• Standardized botanical extracts
• Multi-ingredient blends and tinctures
• Functional gummies, drink mixes, and bars
• Proprietary formulas using traditional and modern botanicals

What We Test

Plant-based ingredients are naturally variable, making accurate testing essential. We help you verify identity, quantify actives, and ensure safety across diverse botanical product types.

Single-Plant Botanical Supplements

These products must deliver reliable potency and verified identity, especially when used in therapeutic or high-dose applications.

Standardized Botanical Extracts

Standardized extracts require precise assay of declared bioactives and careful attention to stability and contamination risks.

Botanical Blends and Formulations

Multi-ingredient supplements require specialized testing methods to verify active content from multiple plant sources without interference.

Botanicals in Novel Formats (Gummies, Tinctures, Powders)

Alternative delivery systems introduce variables like excipients, emulsifiers, and flavorings; all of which impact potency, stability, and safety.

Our Botanical Testing Capabilities

We bring methodical precision to every phase of botanical testing, from sourcing to stability.

Identity Testing

• HPTLC analysis of raw and processed herbs
• DNA barcoding for raw materials and blends
• Microscopic and macroscopic identification per pharmacopeial guidelines

Marker Compound & Potency Testing

• Quantification of phytochemicals including flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, polyphenols, terpenes
• HPLC and UV-Vis analysis for active markers
• Custom testing panels for proprietary formulations

Contaminant Testing

• ICP-MS testing for lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury
• Residual pesticide screening (US and EU standard panels)
• Microbial testing: TAMC, TYMC, E. coli, Salmonella, etc.
• Mycotoxin detection: aflatoxins, ochratoxins, fumonisins

Stability & Shelf Life Studies

• Real-time and accelerated shelf-life studies
• Tracking of active degradation under stress conditions
• Monitoring of sensory and physical changes

Label & Regulatory Testing

• Ingredient claim verification and quantitative validation
• Documentation for NNHPD product licensing
• Amazon, GNC, and other retailer-specific submission formats

Regulatory Compliance Support

Botanical supplements are highly scrutinized for safety, efficacy, and sourcing transparency. We help you meet international testing requirements with audit-ready reports.

We support compliance with:

• FDA 21 CFR Part 111 for dietary supplements
• Health Canada NNHPD licensing and pre-market review
• USP, BP, and AOAC monograph testing (where applicable)
• Prop 65 heavy metal screening
• Retailer onboarding support with documentation and COAs

Why Partner with Ayah Labs for Botanical Testing

Botanical testing is exactly where we thrive. Our lab combines plant science, regulatory knowledge, and analytical precision to give you clarity in every result.

• In-depth expertise in plant-based formulations — We work with everything from traditional herbs to modern botanical extracts. Understanding how sourcing, seasonality, and format affect test outcomes.
• Flexible identity verification options — Using HPTLC, DNA barcoding, and microscopic methods, we match the best approach to your product’s format and compliance requirements.
• Support for proprietary blends and novel formats — Whether you’re formulating a flavored powder or a multi-herb gummy, we tailor testing to your exact product matrix and claims.
• Shelf life and active stability tracking — We monitor degradation of key actives under both real-time and accelerated conditions, so your label claims remain valid through expiration.
• Documentation aligned with global requirements — Our reports are formatted for FDA, NNHPD, Amazon, GNC, and international regulatory expectations. Making audits and submissions smoother.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)