Bulk Chaste Berries for Export – Vitex agnus castus Supplier

Bulk Chaste Berries for Export

ACPFOOD offers bulk chaste berries for export to wholesalers, importers, and distributors worldwide. Our premium Vitex Agnus Castus berries, also known as Vitex chasteberry, Monk’s pepper, or Agnus castus berries, are carefully selected and dried to preserve their natural aroma and quality. As a reliable vitex berry supplier, ACPFOOD provides consistent bulk quantities for herbal supplement, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic manufacturers. Partner with us for dependable supply, competitive pricing, and trusted sourcing of chaste berries wholesale.

Scientific Names: Vitex agnus-castus L. Synonym: Agnus-castus macrostachya Carrière English Name: Chaste berries Other Names in English (UK, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand): Chaste Tree Berry, Chaste Tree, Monk’s Pepper, Vitex Family: Lamiaceae

GENERAL DATA

Plant Parts: Leaves, Fruits
Cultivation Mode: Wild collection/ Cultivated
In Manufacturing: Pharmaceutical, Extract, Herbal Tea, Alcoholic Drinks.

🌿 Industries That Use Chaste Berries (Vitex agnus-castus L.)

Chaste Berries, the fruits of Vitex agnus-castus L., are small, peppercorn-like berries traditionally used in women’s health and hormonal balancing. Native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia, the plant is now widely cultivated for its powerful phytohormonal properties, especially in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.

These berries contain flavonoids, diterpenoids (agnuside, aucubin), and essential oils known for influencing the pituitary gland and balancing reproductive hormones.

1. Pharmaceutical & Phytotherapy Industry

Vitex agnus-castus is a leading botanical used in natural hormonal therapy, especially for women.

Primary Applications: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) treatment Menstrual cycle irregularity (oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea) Menopause support Hyperprolactinemia and hormonal acne ✅ Often formulated into standardized extracts, tablets, or tinctures

2. Nutraceutical & Functional Supplement Industry

Chaste Berry is widely featured in women’s health supplements for hormonal balance and fertility support.

Uses:

• Hormone-balancing teas and capsules

• Fertility blends

• Postpartum recovery formulas

• Supplements for reducing PMS-related mood swings and breast tenderness

✅ Usually combined with black cohosh, evening primrose oil, or magnesium

3. Herbal & Traditional Medicine Industry

Used since ancient Greek and Roman times for reproductive regulation and libido control.

Traditional Uses:

• Promotes chastity and reduces sexual desire (hence “monk’s pepper”)

• Supports female reproductive health

• Used for uterine toning and hormone harmonization

✅ Prepared as infusions, decoctions, or alcohol-based tinctures

4. Cosmetic & Personal Care Industry

Vitex is increasingly used in hormone-sensitive skin formulations.

Applications:

• Acne-prone skin serums (especially hormonal acne)

• Menopause skincare products

• Herbal face oils or creams targeting cyclical breakouts

✅ Especially effective for adult female skincare needs

5. Veterinary & Animal Health Industry

Chaste Berry is being studied and used in equine and canine health for endocrine support and reproductive regulation.

Applications:

• Hormone-related behavior management in horses

• Herbal supplements for reproductive cycle balance in animals

✅ Administered in powder or liquid supplement form

6. Organic & Natural Product Industry

Popular in organic apothecaries and eco-conscious wellness brands.

Available as:

• Organic dried berries (whole or ground)

• Liquid extracts and herbal tinctures

• Bulk raw material for supplement manufacturers

✅ Certified organic options preferred for clean-label branding

7. Academic & Clinical Research

Vitex continues to be studied for its dopaminergic activity and influence on the endocrine system.

Research Areas:

• Prolactin reduction and dopamine receptor activity

• PMS and PMDD clinical trials

• Alternative therapy for infertility and PCOS

✅ Plays a significant role in evidence-based phytomedicine

✅ Summary of Key Applications

🌟 Key Features:

• Primary herb for women’s hormonal balance

• Rich in diterpenoids and flavonoids like agnuside

• Non-estrogenic yet effective for PMS and menopause

• Used in both clinical medicine and traditional healing

• Available in multiple formats: powder, capsules, tinctures, or tea

 

 

PRODUCT NAME IN DIFFERENT LANGUAGES

Persian Name: پنج انگشت/ Panj Angosht
German Name (Deutschland, Austria, Switzerland): Mönchspfeffer, Keuschlammsamen
French Name (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Quebec): Gattilier

 

 

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🧾 Nutrition Facts – Dried Chaste Berries (Vitex agnus-castus L.) (Per 100g)

Botanical Name: Vitex agnus-castus L.
Common Names: Chaste Tree Berries, Monk’s Pepper, Vitex
Part Used: Dried fruit (berries)
Culinary and Traditional Use: Traditionally used in herbal medicine for women’s health; occasionally used as a culinary spice substitute for peppercorns

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🔹 General Composition (Per 100g, dried)

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value (DV)
Calories	~260 kcal	13%
Water (residual)	~8 g	—
Protein	~5.2 g	10%
Total Fat	~6.5 g	9%
• Saturated Fat	~1.1 g	6%
Carbohydrates	~44 g	16%
• Dietary Fiber	~13.8 g	49%
• Natural Sugars	~4.2 g	—

✅ A fiber-dense botanical with moderate fat and protein content

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🔬 Mineral Content

💎 Particularly rich in manganese, iron, magnesium, and copper—essential for metabolic and hormonal function

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🌿 Vitamin Content

🌱 Offers a spectrum of antioxidant vitamins and B-complex nutrients

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🧪 Phytochemical & Bioactive Compounds

• Agnuside – A unique iridoid glycoside believed to modulate pituitary hormones

• Casticin – A flavonoid with anti-inflammatory and dopaminergic activity

• Essential Oils – Including 1,8-cineole, sabinene, and limonene

• Flavonoids – Such as luteolin and apigenin

• Alkaloids & Diterpenes – Bioactive compounds linked to hormonal modulation

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🩺 Health Benefits

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