5-HTP
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5-HTP is 5-Hydroxytryptophan.
As of April 2022, 5-HTP (synthesised or extracted from Griffonia) was deemed Novel. Subsequently, it was challenged and in May 2024 the Novel Food catalogue was updated to allow seed extracts up to 30%. Synthetic 5-HTP is still Novel.
G&G will only sell Griffonia seed powder or Griffonia seed extracted to provide a maximum of 30% 5-HTP. Griffonia seed naturally contains about 10% 5-HTP.
Some Member States may have separate legislation that would consider the extracts still Novel or medicinal, any customers selling into the EU should check the relevant legislation in that country.
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