Medicinal Herbs · Neuro & Men's Vitality Herb
Mucuna Velvet Bean
Mucuna pruriens · Kapikachhu · Atmagupta · Cowhage
Ayurveda's natural source of L-DOPA. Ayurveda's natural source of L-DOPA. PAX Herbal supplies Mucuna seed powder with natural L-DOPA content — a premium ingredient for neurological health, men's vitality, Parkinson's support and adaptogen supplement formulations worldwide. A premium ingredient for neurological health, men's vitality, Parkinson's support and adaptogen supplement formulations worldwide.
About This Product
Mucuna / Velvet Bean Mucuna pruriens
Mucuna (Mucuna pruriens), known as Kapikachhu in Ayurveda, is one of the most scientifically fascinating Ayurvedic herbs due to its natural content of L-3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine (L-DOPA) — the direct biosynthetic precursor of dopamine, which crosses the blood-brain barrier. Seed powder typically contains 4%–7% natural L-DOPA, with PAX's select material tested at ≥15% for standardised supply. Additional bioactives include serotonin, 5-HTP, nicotine (trace), and steroidal glycosides.
Global demand comes from Parkinson's disease adjunct supplement formulations, men's vitality and testosterone support, mood and motivation formulations, and adaptogen stacks. PAX Herbal supplies Mucuna seed powder from Rajasthan and Karnataka, with L-DOPA content verified by HPLC per batch.
High-potency Mucuna extract (L-DOPA 20%–40%) is available through our Herbal Extracts range.
Key Specifications
- L-DOPA (natural)4-7%
- Moisture<8%
- Total Ash<7%
- OriginRajasthan / Karnataka
- Parts UsedDried seed / seed powder
- Pack Size25–50 kg PP bags
- MOQ500 kg
- Lead Time7–14 Days
Available Grades
Grades & Specifications
| Grade | Active Marker | Form | Moisture | Pack | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seed Powder Std | 4-7% L-DOPA | 60–80 mesh | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | Nutraceuticals, capsules |
| Seed Powder Fine | 4-7% L-DOPA | 100 mesh | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | OSD pharma, tablets |
| Whole Seeds | Present | Whole dried seeds | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | Ayurvedic, extraction |
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End Uses
Applications & Industries
Neurological Support
Used in Parkinson's disease adjunct nutraceutical formulations as a natural L-DOPA source.
Men's Vitality
Used in testosterone support and male fertility supplement formulations.
Mood & Motivation
Dopamine precursor activity drives use in mood, motivation and focus supplement stacks.
Ayurvedic Rasayana
Classical Kapikachhu formulations for vata disorders, nerve tonic and shukra dhatu support.
Extract Feedstock
Premium feedstock for high-L-DOPA standardised Mucuna extract (20%–40%).
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