Host Defense Lab Results
Certificates of Analysis & Testing Transparency
Testing Overview
Lab Testing Policy
In-house testing plus third-party verification for heavy metals, pesticides, and bioactive potency. NSF-certified facility. Every batch tested.
Third-Party Lab
In-house + third-party (NSF-certified)
Brand COA Page
No COA Data Available Yet
We haven't received or verified Certificate of Analysis data for Host Defense products yet. You can check the brand's own COA page for current results.
What We Test For
Understanding the key tests in a mushroom supplement Certificate of Analysis.
Beta-Glucan Content
Beta-glucans are the primary active compounds in functional mushrooms, responsible for immune modulation and other health benefits. Higher percentages indicate more potent extracts.
Heavy Metals
Tests for lead (Pb), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), and mercury (Hg). Mushrooms can accumulate heavy metals from their growing substrate. A "pass" means levels fall within safe limits established by USP and FDA guidelines. Look for actual ppm values for full transparency.
Microbial Testing
Screens for harmful bacteria (E. coli, Salmonella), yeast, and mold counts. This ensures the product is safe for consumption and was manufactured under proper sanitary conditions. Essential for any ingestible supplement.
Pesticide Residues
Multi-residue screening for hundreds of pesticide compounds. Organic-certified products should show no detectable pesticide residues. Even non-organic products should fall well within safety limits.
Potency Verification
Confirms that the active ingredient amounts match what's stated on the label. This ensures you're getting the dosage the brand promises, and that the extract is genuine mushroom fruiting body rather than filler or myceliated grain.
Identity Testing
DNA or chemical fingerprinting to confirm the mushroom species matches what's on the label. This prevents adulteration and ensures you're getting Lion's Mane, Reishi, or whichever species is claimed.
Products Awaiting COA Data
These Host Defense products do not yet have verified Certificate of Analysis data on ShrooMap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Host Defense supplements third-party tested?
Yes. In-house testing plus third-party verification for heavy metals, pesticides, and bioactive potency. NSF-certified facility. Every batch tested.
What lab tests Host Defense products?
Host Defense uses In-house + third-party (NSF-certified) for their third-party testing. Independent lab testing helps ensure product purity, potency, and safety.
Do Host Defense products contain heavy metals?
All mushroom products naturally contain trace amounts of heavy metals from their growing environment. What matters is whether the levels fall within safe limits set by regulatory bodies. Host Defense has not yet provided heavy metal testing data to ShrooMap for verification.
How often does Host Defense test their products?
In-house testing plus third-party verification for heavy metals, pesticides, and bioactive potency. NSF-certified facility. Every batch tested. We recommend checking the brand's website or their COA page for the most recent batch-specific results.
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