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New to Vitamin B17 / Amygdalin?

Everything you need to know before you decide.

We've been distributing Amygdalin for 25+ years. Before you buy anything, read this page. It takes 5 minutes and will answer every question you have.

About this content: The information below reflects our 25+ years of experience as a distributor of Amygdalin (Vitamin B17) supplements. It is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For decisions related to your health, please consult a licensed healthcare professional.
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What is it?
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Who buys it?
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How to verify quality
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Side effects & safety
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Consult your doctor
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What is Amygdalin (Vitamin B17 / Laetrile)?

Amygdalin is a naturally occurring compound — a cyanogenic glycoside — found in the seeds of fruits from the Prunus genus, most abundantly in raw bitter apricot kernels (Prunus armeniaca). It was first isolated by French chemists in 1830 and has been studied in scientific literature ever since.

You'll encounter it under several names:

  • Amygdalin — the natural compound as it exists in the plant
  • Laetrile — the semi-synthetic derivative developed in the 1950s by Dr. Ernst T. Krebs Jr.
  • Vitamin B17 — the commercial name popularized by Krebs Jr., though technically Amygdalin does not meet the formal criteria of a vitamin
  • Apricot Power / Apricot kernels — common commercial terms for the raw botanical source

At TJ Supply, we distribute Amygdalin extracted from selected fresh, raw, bitter apricot kernels using Dr. Krebs' original low-temperature extraction method — a process designed to preserve the natural glycoside bond of the molecule. All products are verified at ≥98% purity by HPLC chromatography.

Compound profile

IUPAC nameAmygdalin
FormulaC₂₀H₂₇NO₁₁
TypeCyanogenic glycoside
Primary sourceBitter apricot kernels
Also known asLaetrile / Vitamin B17
TJ Supply purity≥98% by HPLC
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How to verify quality before you buy

The single biggest risk when buying Amygdalin online is receiving a product with no documentation. There are many sellers who offer low-quality or adulterated products. Here is exactly what to ask for from any distributor — including us.

Third-party quality verification
Ask any distributor how they verify purity. Look for HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) as the testing method — the international standard for quantifying active compounds in botanical extracts. A specific purity percentage (e.g., ≥98%) is a verifiable claim; a generic "pure" is marketing language.
Lot number traceability
Every bottle should carry a lot number. This allows the distributor to trace exactly which production batch you received and provide batch-specific information if needed.
HPLC purity verification
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is the international standard for quantifying glycosides. Only accept purity claims that specify HPLC as the testing method. Anything below 95% purity is substandard.
Declared botanical origin
The source should be stated explicitly: raw, bitter apricot kernels (Prunus armeniaca). Products that don't declare their botanical source cannot be verified.
GMP manufacturing certification
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification means the facility follows documented quality standards for production, testing, and storage. All TJ Supply products are GMP manufactured.
Microbiological testing
Any reputable distributor can confirm microbiological safety: absence of E. coli, Salmonella, and mold. This is standard quality practice for any ingested supplement.
TJ Supply's quality standard — GMP manufactured and HPLC verified at ≥98% purity on every production batch. Lot numbers are traceable. If you have specific questions about our quality process, contact us directly. If a distributor cannot describe their testing process clearly, that is your answer.
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Side effects & safety — the information you must have

We have never hidden this information, and we never will. A responsible distributor tells you the full picture before you buy — not after.

⚠ Cyanide risk — documented and real

Amygdalin is a cyanogenic glycoside. During metabolic breakdown, it releases small amounts of hydrogen cyanide. At inappropriate doses or when combined with certain foods that accelerate hydrolysis (high-enzyme foods like raw almonds, bean sprouts, or certain fruit seeds), the risk of cyanide toxicity is clinically documented. Cases have been reported in the medical literature from both raw apricot kernel consumption and concentrated extracts.

This risk is dose-dependent and manageable under professional supervision — but it is real, and any distributor who minimizes it is not being straight with you.

Documented side effects

  • Nausea and stomach discomfort
  • Headache and dizziness
  • Low blood pressure (at high doses)
  • Symptoms of cyanide toxicity at inappropriate doses: weakness, confusion, difficulty breathing

Risk reduction factors

  • Professional medical supervision
  • Starting with lower potency (100mg)
  • Using verified, high-purity products (≥98%)
  • Avoiding concurrent high-enzyme foods
  • Informing all healthcare providers
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Always consult your healthcare practitioner

This is not a legal disclaimer written by our lawyers. It is a professional standard of care that we take seriously, and it is the most important sentence on this page:

"Please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any Amygdalin supplementation — especially if you have a pre-existing health condition, are taking medications, or are managing an active health situation."

A qualified practitioner — your physician, an integrative oncologist, or a licensed naturopath — can evaluate your specific situation, review your current medications for interactions, and help you determine if, when, and how Amygdalin supplementation might be appropriate for you.

What TJ Supply is: a distributor of information and products. We are not a medical service. We do not diagnose, prescribe, or treat any health condition.

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Need help finding an integrative practitioner? The Society for Integrative Oncology and the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians both maintain practitioner directories online.

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Choosing the right product — a simple guide

TJ Supply offers Amygdalin in several formats and potencies. Here's a simple orientation based on typical buyer needs — always confirm with your healthcare practitioner before selecting a product.

Starting point

100mg Tablets

Lower potency. Typical first choice for new users exploring supplementation for the first time.

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Full strength

500mg Tablets

Standard potency. Most frequently purchased format. 100 tablets per bottle.

View 500mg Tablets

Capsule format

500mg Capsules

Same Amygdalin content as the 500mg tablet, in capsule form. V-caps Plus (vegetarian capsule).

View 500mg Capsules

Clinical format

Injectable 3gr/10ml

For use under medical supervision only. Requires healthcare practitioner guidance. Box of 10 vials.

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Not sure which to start with? Call us at (800) 811-3965, or use our contact form. We're happy to answer questions — without pressure.

Frequently asked questions

Amygdalin is distributed as a dietary supplement under FDA's dietary supplement framework — a different regulatory category than pharmaceutical drugs. Laetrile is not approved by the FDA as a treatment for any disease. TJ Supply distributes it as a supplement with full transparency about its regulatory status. We always recommend consulting a healthcare practitioner before use and staying informed about the current regulations in your state.

Every production batch of Novodalin Amygdalin is manufactured under GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards and verified by HPLC chromatography for purity ≥98%. HPLC is the international standard for quantifying active compounds in botanical extracts — it gives a specific, quantifiable result rather than a general claim. We have maintained this standard for 25 years because what goes into someone's body deserves that level of rigor. If you have specific questions about our quality process, our team is available by

The Amygdalin content in apricot seeds varies significantly by variety and by whether the seeds are raw or processed. Raw, bitter varieties of Prunus armeniaca have the highest and most consistent Amygdalin concentration. TJ Supply sources only from selected fresh, raw, bitter apricot kernels — not sweet almonds, not roasted seeds, not processed derivatives. The "raw" and "bitter" specifications are not marketing language: they are botanical quality criteria that affect the active compound content of the final product.

Orders are processed and shipped the following business day. Free first-class shipping is available within the continental US on all orders over $90. Worldwide shipping is available at standard international rates. For detailed shipping information, see our Shipping & Return Policy.

Yes. TJ Supply has a 30-day return policy. For full details including conditions and process, see our Shipping & Return Policy page.

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