Kava Testing & Certification Services
G2 Analytical provides reliable, certified testing for kava (Piper methysticum) products across the United States. We specialize in analyzing kavalactone content, assessing purity, and ensuring safety for manufacturers, suppliers, and wellness brands. Our validated lab reports help you meet industry regulations, promote transparency, and maintain product integrity.
Kava Quality Assurance
Each Certificate of Analysis (COA) from G2 Analytical includes complete data on active kavalactones, contaminants, and sample specifications. Our COAs provide:
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Verified batch identification
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Clear potency data
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Safety screening results
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Transparent, consumer-facing reporting
G2 Analytical COAs are trusted by kava product developers and retailers nationwide to demonstrate consistency and build consumer trust.
Kava’s therapeutic effects stem from its active compounds, kavalactones, which influence mood, relaxation, and cognitive effects. G2 Analytical quantifies the six major kavalactones:
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Kavain
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Dihydrokavain
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Methysticin
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Dihydromethysticin
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Yangonin
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Desmethoxyyangonin
We offer kavalactone ratio profiling, total potency measurement, and support for standardized extract formulations.
We help you ensure your kava products are clean, safe, and compliant by screening for:
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Heavy Metals (Lead, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium)
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Microbial Contaminants (E. coli, Salmonella, Yeast, Mold)
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Mycotoxins
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Moisture Content & Water Activity
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Foreign Material & Filth
Our tests align with global safety standards and evolving regulatory expectations for herbal supplements and beverages.
G2 Analytical supports testing for all commercial kava formats:
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Raw powdered kava root
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Instant kava beverages
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Kava capsules & tablets
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Kava tinctures and extracts
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Functional blends with other botanicals
Our lab adapts testing protocols to handle simple or complex formulations with accuracy and speed.