While “herbal health products” and “dietary supplements” may appear similar, they are clearly distinguished under Thai FDA regulations. Understanding these differences is important for both producers and consumers to ensure correct usage and compliance.
🌿 Herbal Health Products
• Contain herbs as the main ingredients
• Aim to promote, prevent, or restore health, e.g., Andrographis paniculata, turmeric, black galingale
• Must be registered under the “Herbal Product” category with the Thai FDA and receive a herbal registration number, such as G x/xx
• Can make limited health claims, like relieving minor symptoms, based on scientific data or traditional Thai medicine references
💊 Dietary Supplements
• Use nutrients, vitamins, minerals, or plant extracts, but not classified as herbal medicine for treatment
• Intended to supplement the diet, not to treat or prevent diseases
• Must be registered under the “Food” category with the Thai FDA and receive a food serial number, such as 10-1-xxxxxxx
• Cannot claim to prevent or cure any disease
The differences between Herbal Health Products and Dietary Supplements
