Frequently Asked Questions

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Somato® is a patent-pending, whole-food derived, SA-GRAS affirmed tomato fruit extract standardized to 5% phytomelatonin and naturally rich in other tomato-derived compounds, including lycopene and GABA.

Phytomelatonin is naturally occurring melatonin found in plants. It is present in a variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other botanical sources, including tomatoes.

Tomatoes naturally contain phytomelatonin together with other naturally occurring compounds associated with sleep health, including lycopene and GABA. This unique combination makes tomato fruit an attractive whole-food foundation for sleep-support ingredient development.

No. Somato® is not phytomelatonin, but a tomato fruit extract standardized to 5% phytomelatonin. While phytomelatonin serves as the quality-control marker, Somato® also contains other naturally occurring tomato compounds, including lycopene, GABA, and phytomelatonin-related metabolites and precursors, which together contribute to Somato®'s whole-food derived sleep-support profile.

Yes, and yes. Somato® is naturally derived directly from tomato fruit and its natural origin is verified through multiple analytical methods, including radiocarbon analysis and HPTLC testing, confirming its plant-derived and non-synthetic origin.

Somato® is produced from tomato fruit using a proprietary process that avoids harsh solvents, chemical conversions, and high heat while concentrating naturally occurring compounds from the original food source.

Somato® combines the rich nutrient profile of tomato fruit, the consistency of phytomelatonin standardization, and the benefits of a whole-food derived ingredient in a single clean-label solution. Unlike ingredients that focus on a single isolated compound, Somato® provides a broader spectrum of naturally occurring tomato-derived compounds, including lycopene, GABA, phytomelatonin metabolites, and precursors.

This unique composition gives brands an opportunity to differentiate their sleep-support products from conventional synthetic melatonin formulations while meeting growing consumer demand for natural, plant-based, and food-derived sleep-support solutions.

Somato® is SA-GRAS affirmed, Vegan Certified (AVA & Vegan.org), Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher, Halal, and compliant with U.S. and European dietary supplement regulations.

Somato® is proudly manufactured in our state-of-the-art facility, which is BRCGS Grade A+ certified and U.S. FDA inspected.

Somato® is further supported by extensive third-party testing, Alkemist Assured™ verification, radiocarbon analysis, and other quality programs designed to verify authenticity, consistency, and transparency.

Alkemist Assured™ is an ingredient transparency and verification program administered by Alkemist Labs. As part of this program, Somato® undergoes independent testing and verification for identity, authenticity, purity, and quality.

For brands and consumers, Alkemist Assured™ provides additional confidence that Somato® is genuinely derived from tomato fruit and meets rigorous standards for transparency and consistency.

Somato® is suitable for a wide range of dietary supplement and functional nutrition applications, including gummies, softgels, capsules, tablets, powders, stick packs, functional foods, and functional beverages to support sleep health.