Cat's Claw Bark Powder

Cat’s Claw Bark (Uncaria tomentosa) is derived from a woody vine native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America and has been valued in traditional herbal practices for generations. Cat’s Claw Bark has a mild earthy flavor and is commonly prepared in teas, blended into beverages, or incorporated into herbal preparations. Its versatility makes it suitable for teas, culinary applications, and personal care formulations while maintaining its long-standing place in botanical traditions.

UPC: 810206313756.

Origin(s): Peru.

Latin Name(s): Uncaria tomentosa.

Also known as: Una de gato, life-giving vine of Peru, hawk's claw.

Plant Part(s) Used: Inner Bark.

Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics.

Appearance: Light brown.

Aroma: Slightly woody.

Taste: Bitter.

GMO Status: Non-GMO.

Allergen: None.

Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.

Applications / Preparations: Cat’s Claw Bark may be used for herbal, culinary, and personal care applications including teas, decoctions, capsules, herbal blends, infused preparations, and topical formulations. Preparation methods vary depending on the form selected. Because external uses vary widely, customers should research reliable sources for preparation and usage methods.

Internal Use - Powder
Adults may take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approximately 1–2 g) once or twice daily (totaling roughly 2–4 g/day).

Capsules: For encapsulation, follow capsule machine manufacturer instructions. One teaspoon of powder is approximately 2 g, though weight may vary by density.

Powder in beverages/foods: Mix 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approximately 1–2 g) of powder into 8 fl. oz (240 ml) of water, juice, tea, or blended into a smoothie. Stir or blend thoroughly and consume immediately.

External Use (Powder)
Cat’s Claw Bark may be used in infused oils, topical herbal preparations, baths, poultices, or other external applications. Because external uses vary widely, we encourage customers to research the best method and proportions for their needs.

Cat’s Claw Bark may be brewed into teas, decoctions, and herbal beverages; blended into smoothies, juices, or other foods; encapsulated; incorporated into herbal formulas and liquid infusions; infused into oils or liquids; and included in DIY skincare, bath, and body care products such as masks, scrubs, lotions, creams, bath soaks, rinses, or topical herbal preparations.

Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer.

A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly.

A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present. 

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, especially blood thinners, blood pressure medications, immunosuppressants, or have a medical condition. Discontinue use prior to surgery. May cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals.