Factory Supply 5 HTP Powder CAS 56-69-9 99% 5-HTP

5-HTP or 5-hydroxytryptophan is an intermediate metabolite used to produce serotonin. Serotonin is a very important substance which helps promote normal brain and nerve function. Serotonin is the main neurotransmitter that supports mood, sleep functions and appetite.
5-HTP 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), also known as oxitriptan (INN), is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor as well as ametabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitters serotonin and melatonin from tryptophan.

5-HTP is sold over the counter in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada as a dietary supplement for use as an antidepressant, appetite suppressant, and sleep aid, and is also marketed in many European countries for the indication of majordepression under trade names like Cincofarm, Levothym, Levotonine, Oxyfan, Telesol, Tript-OH, and Triptum. Several double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trials have demonstrated the effectiveness of 5-HTP in the treatment of depression, though a lack of high quality studies has been noted.

1. With the function of antidepressant and sedative, have an effect on the nervous system;

2. With the function of easing the tension, anxiety and improving the role of sleep;

3. It can effectively control appétit, achieve the effect of losing weight;with the function of improving microcirculation.

1. As raw materials of drugs for anti-bacterial, anti-depressants, anti tumor and sedation, it is widely used in fields of pharmaceutical and health products;

2. As insomnia, other similar symptoms of psychasthenia and lose weight product raw material, it is widely used in health products industry;

3. As dietary supplements increased therapeutic function, it is widely used in fields of dietary supplement products;

4. As products of sedative and anti-bacterial, they are widely used to add to beauty products in

cosmetic industry.