Native to the Southern Hemisphere (South Africa, Namibia, Bostwana), specifically the sub–desert zones of southern Africa, harpagophytum, commonly called “devil’s claw,” is an herbaceous plant of the Pedaliaceae family. Due to its overharvesting by various industries, today it is cultivated and harvested under the protection of a quota charter to preserve its sustainability as a natural resource.
Harpagophytum procumbens (Burch.)
HYD ALC GLY extract
Africa
Code HAG20068
CAS TSCA 84988-65-8
CAS EINECS 84988-65-8
Native to the Southern Hemisphere (South Africa, Namibia, Bostwana), specifically the sub–desert zones of southern Africa, harpagophytum, commonly called “devil’s claw,” is an herbaceous plant of the Pedaliaceae family. Due to its overharvesting by various industries, today it is cultivated and harvested under the protection of a quota charter to preserve its sustainability as a natural resource.
To produce this devil’s claw extract, we source the roots from a wholesaler partner.
In cosmetics, devil’s claw extracts are used in products for damaged skin and irritated skin.
This extract can be used in food supplements.