Berberine — HCl 98% from Berberis aristata
Root-extract berberine, standardised to 98% berberine HCl — odour-neutral, vegan, lab-tested.
Berberine is a plant alkaloid from the root of Berberis aristata (Indian barberry), valued for centuries in traditional Asian diets and today one of the most-studied plant alkaloids, with over 5000 scientific publications. Each BMPHARMA capsule contains 500 mg root extract, of which 490 mg is berberine HCl at 98% purity.
What is berberine?
Berberine is an alkaloid that occurs naturally in the root of Berberis aristata. The plant has a naturally high berberine content, which is why this extract uses the root exclusively. As a research subject, berberine ranks among the most-investigated plant alkaloids worldwide — a statement about research volume, not about effects.
98% purity you can see
Of the 500 mg root extract per capsule, 490 mg is berberine HCl — a standardisation of at least 98%. Pure berberine is intensely yellow; the bright colour of the capsule contents is its natural marker, with no grey fillers and no anti-caking agents. Every batch is independently lab-tested for berberine content, heavy metals, pesticides and microbiological purity.
Dosage and tolerability
One capsule daily, taken with a meal and plenty of liquid. The capsules are odour-neutral — unlike many berberine products — and the shell is plant-based HPMC, free from gelatine, gluten, lactose and magnesium stearate. The light-proof AluSafe can protects the contents from moisture and UV light.
Frequently asked
How much berberine does one capsule contain?
500 mg Berberis aristata root extract, of which 490 mg is berberine HCl — a standardisation of 98%.
Why are the capsules intensely yellow?
That is the natural colour of pure berberine. Greyish or beige contents in other products often indicate fillers; here you see the raw material itself.
When should I take berberine?
One capsule daily with a meal and plenty of liquid — taking it with food supports tolerability. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Is the product vegan?
Yes. The capsule shell is plant-based HPMC cellulose; the formula contains no gelatine, gluten, lactose or magnesium stearate.
Why does this page not describe any effects?
Because there is no authorised EU health claim for berberine, and we only make claims the EU register authorises. What we can show instead: exact composition, origin and batch-by-batch lab results.
A note on claimsBerberine carries no authorised EU health claim, so this page describes only the composition, origin and quality of the product — not health effects. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.