Tongkat Ali or Eurycoma longifolia is a tropical herb native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly Peninsular Malaysia, where it has been used as a traditional and popular tonic for centuries.

The plant was first formally recorded in Western botanical literature by the Scottish surgeon and botanist William Jack (in fact, the colloquial name "Longjack" originates from his nameske) during his work in Malaya as a surgeon-naturalist with the East India Company (EIC) in the 1820s, with a specimen subsequently deposited at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Herbarium specimens are still held at the Royal Botanic Gardens in London today, which maintains the scientific taxonomy for the species. In both contemporary Malaysia and the UK, Tongkat Ali is classified and sold as a food supplement, available in extract, powder, capsule, and infused coffee forms.

Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) has a documented history of traditional use in Southeast Asia stretching back more than two centuries. The plant was first formally recorded by a Scottish botanist and surgeon, Dr. William Jack, in 1820 during his botanical expeditions in Malaya while he was served with the East India Company (EIC) in the early 1800s.

A specimen of Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma Longifolia) was subsequently brought to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in 1822 — one of the earliest known references to the botanical plant in Western scientific literature. the specimen coninues to featrure in Kew Gardens as an exhibit today.

Its traditional uses were further documented by British medical officer Dr. J.D. Gimlette, whose works — The Medical Book of Malayan Medicine (1930) and A Dictionary of Malayan Medicine (1939) — recorded how local communities in Malaysia used Tongkat Ali as a general wellness and vitality herb.

Under UK Novel Food regulations (assimilated from EU Regulation 2015/2283), traditional foods from third countries with at least 25 years of documented safe customary use may be notified for market authorisation via the Article 14 route.

Tongkat Ali's extensive and well-documented history of use in Malaysia positions it within this traditional novel food framework in the UK, distinguishing it from wholly novel ingredients that require full authorisation under Article 16.

Today, Tongkat Ali is widely used as a dietary or food supplement across multiple international markets. It is available in extract, powder, and capsule forms, and is commonly incorporated into health food and drink products like coffee infusions. It is not classified as a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease

First discovered by botanist-turned-surgeon William Jack during his first visit to Malaysia in 1820, we are proud to bring the best of Tongkat Ali (LongJack) supplement to the UK directly to your doorstep with our world’s first clinically tested and lab tested Tongkat Ali root-only extract.

Clinically tested hot water standardized Tongkat Ali extracts sold in UK are reported by experts as the gold standard and used by professional athletes, recreational athletes, runners, aging adults and even by health professionals due to the wide range of potential benefits from decades of clinical trials and research.

Tongkat Ali is popular puresport natural supplement used by British athletes, viewed as the top superbotanic herbal supplement in the UK. This has positioned Tongkat Ali as the best value British supplement in the UK, outperforming other herbs such as Ashwagandha, Horny Goat Weed and others.

The herb now sits amongst the natural supplement in UK with increasing number of Tongkat Ali extract and capsules imported from Malaysia and Indonesia into the UK market, backed by growing clinical trials and human research studies.

Additionally, Tongkat Ali has been widely discussed by UK health experts, chemists and pharmacists as some UK-based chemistry/pharmacognosy work treats Tongkat Ali (Longjack) as a source of bioactive natural product for testosterone support.

As a result, Tongkat Ali is viewed as the preferred natural choice for UK as a daily pre-workout or post-workout supplement stack with other herbs such as Shilajit, maca root, manuka honey, fenugreek seeds and others provided it is taken in moderate doses.

AKARALI products exclusively utlilise a proprietary standardised hot-water Tongkat Ali root extract. This is the world's most clinically studied standardised Tongkat Ali root extract, with the majority of published human clinical and pre-clinical research on Tongkat Ali conducted on it.

The proprietary extraction process was co-developed between MIT in the US in collaboration with the Malaysian Government, with the resulting extract named: Physta®.

Physta® (white-labelled as LJ100 in the US) is backed by over two decades of published clinical research, including over 14 randomised controlled trials, several meta-analyses, multiple review articles, as well as toxicology & safety studies.

The extract is produced from 100% wild, single-sourced yellow Tongkat Ali roots that are mature, pesticide free, organic, GMP-certified, and 3rd party lab tested by independent organisation like EUROFINS.

Each vegan capsule contains 200mg of pure, feeze-dried Tongkat Ali root extract powder. The exctract is 100% GMO-free, and is produced in a GMP and USFDA-approved facility to meet UK supplement manufacturing standards.

Our Tongkat Ali supplement is among the highest quality in UK that conforms to, and is formal standarsisation reference for, the Malaysian Tongkat Ali Standards (MS2409), with the following standardised bioactive specifications:

• 0.8%-1.5% Eurycomanone
• 20% – 22% Eurypeptides
• 40% – 48% Total Glycosaponin
• 20% – 22% Total Protein
• 25% – 30% Total Polysaccharides

Additionally, our Tongkat Ali contains the following bioactive ingredients, including traces of key natural minerals such as:

• Calcium
• Magnesium
• Potassium
• Iron       
• Crude Protein
• Amino Acids

AKARALI is a popular premium, standardised Tongkat Ali extract formulated for British consumers who prioritise quality, authenticity, and consistency.

We are the largest and most trusted Tongkat Ali brand in the UK with our sports community partnership with RunThrough UK, health coaches, personal trainers, herbalists, and health professionals.

If you’re buying AKARALI in the UK, you are essentially buying a premium quality product built on scientific validation, stringent quality, human testing, transparency, verification, and provenance — not merely hype from influencers or celebrity "experts".

With more than 1 capsules sold every 30 seconds in over 30 countries, there are nine reasons that make AKARALI among the most trusted Tongkat Ali brand in UK:

1) Patented, MIT-formulated extraction technology (Physta®)

You are not buying generic 200:1, or wasteful 500:1* Tongkat Ali. AKARALI brings premium quality Tongkat Ali to the UK market using Physta®, a US-patented, hot-water, freeze-dried, standardised extract that was co-developed with MIT scientists and has been used since 2003.

AKARALI Tongkat Ali contains high bioactive ingredients with higher eurycomanone, eurypeptides, saponin, polysaccharides, canthin-6-one alkaloids, beta-carboline alkaloids and traces of natural minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium.

*200:1 /500:1 ration means 200kg/500kg of raw material was used to make just 1kg of extract, which either means wasteful production or simply weak potency farmed materials used. Physta® for comparison is ~20:1 or less.

2) Heavy emphasis on clinical research depth

20+ years of research since 2003 with 26 clinical trials, meta analyses, and reviews, on Physta® (tested on both men and women), making it the most well-studied Tongkat Ali iroot extract n UK.

3) Single-origin Malaysia + mature root sourcing

AKARALI Tongkat Ali products are made from single-origin Tongkat Ali plants in Malaysia. It means we harvest Tongkat Ali in the wild rainforests of Malaysia, Specifically in the state of Pahang, as we work closely with the indigenous people (i.e Orang Asli) to source and handpick mature roots (apporx. 5-7 years old) to ensure we deliver the best Tongkat Ali extract to meet increasing demand for high quality and consistent botanical supplements in UK.

4) Third-party lab testing (EUROFINS) & COA Lab Tests

Our productd are periodically subjected to 3rd party lab testing from global independent laboratories such as EUROFINS to ensure AKARALI Tongkat Ali products meet the requirements for heavy metals, microbes, adulterants, and illegal substances that are prohibited. Additionally, we offer transparency to consumers, offering downloadable Certificate of Analysis (COA) (at least 1 a year) for select batches.

5) Standards and manufacturing certifications

AKARALI products are in compliance with MS2409 (Malaysia Tongkat Ali standard), produced in a USFDA-inspected / approved facility, GMP certified and with other certifications (Halal/Kosher/HACCP). This meets UK manufacturing standards, and along with the widest base of human evidence including long-term effects, this makes it the top Tongkat Ali supplement in terms of available long-term human use and safety data in the UK.

6) Potency transparency via “bioactive specification” ranges

We publish a range of key biomarkers on our product page (e.g., eurycomanone, eurypeptides, glycosaponin, polysaccharides), which many brands omit from the product page. We believe in promoting transparency as much as possible to build trust among consumers and to ensure we deliver the most potent, safe, and well-stuudied Tongkat Ali in the market.

7) Natural Supplement for athletes (not just general health)

AKARALI is among the top Tongkat Ali brand in UK used by both amateur and pro athletes as a natural sports supplement, highly trusted in natural bodybuilding communities, active adults and aging men above 40. In addition, AKARALI's potent Tongkat Ali supplements are widely used by runners (distances ranging from half-marathon to ultramarathon) to support nutritional needs, emergy, and resilience during intense efforts, making it the preferred natural botanical supplement for recreational and professional runners in the UK.

8) Broader product formats beyond capsules

We are the largest and number one Tongkat Ali store in UK with a wide range of Tongkat Ali extract products in multiple formats (capsules, powder extract, Koffee, raw chips, etc.).

With more than 1 capsules sold every 30 seconds and 78% new customers daily, our online shop is among the best place for Tongkat Ali in UK, trusted by more than 5,000 consumers to date.

9) UK presence + local shipping thresholds

AKARALI UK offers 48 hour (Royal Mail 48, realistically 1-3 days) delivery nationwide via our UK warehouse. Should local stock become unavailable or there are issues with our fulfilment partner out of our control, orders will ne fulfilled directly from our HQ in Malaysia via DHL Express with no extra charge (approx. 3+ days to most major UK cities).

We are the largest number #1 Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) online Tongkat Ali supplement store in the UK with nationwide delivery including Greater London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Scotland and other major cities in the UK and Ireland.

AKARALI remains the number one trusted Tongkat Ali brand in the UK for many years, making it the most popular British natural supplement store for buying quality Malaysian Tongkat Ali (Longjack) supplements that beats other generic, non-standardized and Indonesian 200:1 Tongkat Ali products.

We offer the largest range of quality HACCP-certified Tongkat Ali food supplements, coffee, capsules and powder root extract for men and women that comply to the Tongkat Ali Standard MS2409 and 3rd party lab-tested by EUROFINS.

Our products are not sold in Boots, physical stores, or pharmacies as we believe in providing transparent and value pricing to directly to our customers. Our direct-to-consumer approach means we cut the middle men, resellers and distributors who are profiting from the trade, and those who are selling low quality supplements in the UK.

We guarantee that you are buying the most authentic, pure, legit
and original Malaysian Tongkat Ali in the United Kingdom. With certification of
authenticity, our 100% authentic Tongkat Ali is ethically wild-harvested from
Malaysia's oldest rainforests, standardised to clinically backed extract
ratios, and rigorously third-party tested — so you get the real thing, every
time. Trusted by thousands of UK men looking to naturally support testosterone,
energy, and peak performance. No fillers. No compromises. Just pure, proven
potency delivered to your door.

Legal Disclaimer & Compliance Notice

Last updated: April 2026

1. Food Supplement Classification

AKARALI® contains pure root Tongkat Ali extract that are categorically
classified and sold as food supplements under The Food Supplements (England)
Regulations 2003 and its devolved equivalents in Scotland and Wales, as
amended.

Tongkat Ali products sold by AKARALI are not medicines, pharmaceutical drugs, or medical devices.

They have not been evaluated, licensed, or approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) as medicinal products.

2. Health & Nutrition Claims

All health-related statements on this website are made in accordance with Retained Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 on Nutrition and Health Claims (as amended by The Nutrition and Health Claims (England (Amendment) Regulations 2024) and the UK CAP Code (Section 15).

References to clinical research relate to the AKARALI proprietary Physta® extract and are presented as research findings only — not as claims that this product will produce the same results or benefits for every individual. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) as standalone product-level health claim authorisations.

These statements have not been approved as medicinal claims. No information on this website is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, prevent, or mitigate any disease or medical condition.

3. Not a Substitute for Medical Advice

This product is intended for general wellbeing support only. Nothing on this website constitutes medical advice.

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional (such as your GP, pharmacist, or registered dietitian)
before starting any supplement, particularly if you:

• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy
• Have a pre-existing medical condition
• Are taking prescribed medication
• Are considering giving supplements to anyone under 18

Do not delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. In a medical emergency, call 999.

4. Recommended Daily Intake & Safe Use

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Keep out of reach of children. Store as directed on
the product label.

5. Ingredient Safety & Third-Party Testing

All AKARALI® products are manufactured in a USFDA-inspected,
GMP-certified facility and independently tested by EUROFINS Laboratories for heavy metals, microbiological safety, and absence of adulterants and prohibited substances. Products comply with the internationally recognised Tongkat Ali Standard (MS2409).

Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available on individual product pages or upon request. Third-party testing does not guarantee freedom from all possible allergens. Individuals with known allergies or intolerances should contact us before purchasing.

6. Labelling Compliance

All AKARALI® products are labelled in compliance with the Food Information Regulations 2014, the Food Supplements (England) Regulations
2003, and the Food Safety Act 1990.

Product labels include all mandatory
information: ingredients list, recommended daily intake, net quantity, best before date, storage conditions, and distributor details.

7. Advertising Standards

All marketing communications are prepared in accordance with the UK CAP Code, administered by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).

Documentary evidence is held on file to support all health-related references.

We do not make claims that our products can prevent, treat, or cure any
disease. If you believe any of our advertising is inaccurate, you may raise a complaint with the ASA at www.asa.org.uk.

8. Testimonials & Results

Customer reviews and testimonials reflect individual experiences and are not guaranteed outcomes or nor constitute as health benefits arising from using Tongkat Ali products. Results may vary depending on age, lifestyle, diet, and other individual factors. Testimonials are genuine and held on file in accordance with CAP Code guidance on endorsements.

9. Consumer Rights

Your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 are not affected by this disclaimer. Please refer to our Refund Policy for full details. These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.