To check an Ayurvedic product, confirm the manufacturer’s license number, read the full ingredient list with amounts, look for a batch number with manufacturing and expiry dates and ask for a batch lab report. Then check the seller, the seal and the claims. No single test proves authenticity, so combine several checks.
What “authentic” means for an Ayurvedic product
An authentic product is three things at once. It comes from the brand it claims to come from, not from a copy. It contains what the label says, in the amounts the label gives. And a licensed manufacturer makes it safely.
Each problem needs a different check, which is why one quick test never settles the question.
The 8 checks at a glance
| Check | What good looks like | Red flag |
| 1. Manufacturer and license | Name, full address and license numbers on the pack | No address or license number |
| 2. Ingredient list | Every herb named, with the amount per serving | A “proprietary blend” with no amounts |
| 3. Batch number and dates | A batch number with manufacturing and expiry dates | Missing, smudged or stuck-over dates |
| 4. Lab report | A report that matches your batch number | No report or a generic one |
| 5. Packaging | Intact seal, clean printing, correct details | Spelling errors, loose seal, mismatched logo |
| 6. Seller | The brand’s own store or an authorised seller | An unknown seller with a very low price |
| 7. Claims | General wellness wording and a medical disclaimer | Cure claims, “100% safe” or “instant results” |
| 8. Outside signals | Consistent brand details and genuine reviews | Brand information that changes between sites |
How to verify the license
- Find the manufacturer’s name, address and license numbers on the pack.
- For a food or supplement product, look for an FSSAI license number and check it on FSSAI’s online license verification.
- For an Ayurvedic product, look for an AYUSH manufacturing license number. If you want to confirm it, ask the brand for a copy and check it with the state licensing authority.
- If the pack shows no manufacturer address or license, do not buy it.
Some products also carry the voluntary Ayush Mark certification. If you see it, check it on the official AYUSH or QCI website instead of trusting the logo.
How to read the ingredient list
A good label names every herb, with its common and botanical name where possible and states the amount per serving. Be careful with a blend that lists herbs but not their amounts, because you cannot judge the dose.
If a formula contains bhasma (traditional mineral preparations), the label should say so clearly and the maker should be licensed and publish lab results.
Our guide on how to choose an Ayurvedic supplement for men explains label reading in more detail.
What a batch lab report should show
Ask the brand for the report that matches the batch number on your pack. A good report comes from an accredited lab (in India, look for NABL accreditation) and covers:
- Heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, mercury and cadmium
- Microbial counts, including yeast and mould
- The batch number and the test date
Some products need extra checks. For example, our guide on how to check pure shilajit explains why home tests for that resin fall short.
Buying online: marketplace tips
- Buy from the brand’s own website or its official marketplace store.
- Check the seller’s name and whether the listing says “sold by” the brand or an authorised seller.
- Compare the pack photos with the brand’s website.
- Question a price that is far below the brand’s own price.
- Keep the invoice, the pack and the batch details in case you need to report a problem.
What to do if you suspect a fake or poor-quality product
- Stop using it.
- Keep the pack, the batch details and the invoice.
- Contact the seller and the brand and ask for the batch lab report.
- Report the problem to the marketplace if you bought it there and use the National Consumer Helpline (1915) or FSSAI’s complaint channels if you need to escalate.
- See a doctor if you feel unwell after using it.
Who should check with a doctor first
A genuine product is still not right for everyone. Check with a doctor before you start any new supplement if you have a health condition, take regular medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have surgery planned or are under 18.
Frequently asked questions
Combine several checks: the license number, the ingredient list with amounts, the batch number and dates, the batch lab report, the seller and the seal. No single check is enough.
Home tests are unreliable. They cannot detect heavy metals, contamination or missing ingredients. A batch lab report is the reliable check.
Enter the number on FSSAI’s online license verification and confirm that the name and address match the pack.
Ask the brand for a copy of the license, then confirm it with the state licensing authority that issued it.
Yes. State licensing authorities and FSSAI regulate them, depending on the product category. Regulation does not guarantee that every product on the market is safe, so you still need to check.
No. The label only describes the product’s tradition. Safety depends on the maker, the ingredients and the dose.
A good place to start
Run these checks on every product you buy, including ours. The label on Men’s Power Capsule lists the manufacturer, its license number and the amount of each herb and you can compare it with the points above.
This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. Our products are general wellness supplements, not for medicinal use. Speak with a doctor before starting any new supplement, especially if you have an existing health condition or take regular medication.