Every Chinaherb formula begins with respect for the herbs, for the practitioners who use them, and for the ancient principles that guide Chinese Medicine.
At Chinaherb, quality and safety are at the heart of everything we do. Since our beginnings, we’ve worked to earn the trust of practitioners and patients across South Africa, and we’re proud to be the country’s most established name in Chinese herbal medicine. We believe that we are only as good as the herbs we provide, which is why every step, from sourcing to production, follows the highest international and local standards.
All Chinaherb products meet the strict quality assurance requirements set by South African authorities and conform to internationally recognised Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Our trusted partners in China conduct multi-stage, product-specific testing for every formula to ensure purity, consistency, and safety.
Every Chinaherb product is free of chemicals, pharmaceutical drugs, and artificial additives, and contains only the natural power of traditional herbs.
Each Chinaherb formula is carefully crafted using combinations of natural substances that work in harmony to restore balance within the body.
Some herbs target the immediate symptoms, while others address the root cause of imbalance. Supporting herbs enhance or refine the formula — guiding its action, focusing treatment on specific organs, or moderating effects to ensure gentle, balanced healing.
This holistic approach reflects the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine: treating both the symptoms and the underlying causes to promote long-term wellness.
Respect for nature is central to the philosophy of Chinese Medicine, and to our values.
We are deeply committed to protecting endangered species and preserving ecological balance. According to CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora), several herbs used in Chinese Medicine come from vulnerable plant or animal species.
At Chinaherb, we strictly forbid the use of any substances from endangered animal species and only use a limited number of CITES-listed plant ingredients that are sustainably cultivated and certified by our partners.
These include:
We believe that true wellness extends beyond the body; it includes the health of our communities and our environment.
Chinaherb adheres to both GMP and CITES standards in China and South Africa to ensure every product is handled safely, ethically, and sustainably–from the moment herbs are harvested to when they reach your shelf.
Our strict quality control includes: