The supplement market is crowded, and Shilajit is no exception. A quick search will throw up dozens of products — powders, capsules, resins, liquids — at wildly different price points, with wildly different quality claims. So how do you know what you're actually buying?
This guide walks you through the five most important things to check before purchasing any Shilajit product in the UK.
1. Is It Lab Tested?
This is non-negotiable. Raw Shilajit sourced from mountain regions can contain heavy metals, mycotoxins, and other contaminants. Any reputable supplier will have their product independently tested by a third-party laboratory and be willing to share the certificate of analysis (CoA).
What to look for: a CoA from a credible lab (like Eurofins) showing the product has been tested for heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium) and that levels fall within safe limits. If a brand can't provide this, walk away.
At PEAKSPURITY, our Shilajit products are independently lab tested — you can see the test reports in our product gallery.
2. What Is the Fulvic Acid Content?
Fulvic acid is the active compound that makes Shilajit valuable. It improves nutrient absorption, supports mitochondrial function, and is the primary driver of most of Shilajit's benefits.
Quality Shilajit resin should contain a meaningful percentage of fulvic acid — typically stated on the label or CoA. Products that don't mention fulvic acid content at all are often diluted or low grade. Be wary of vague claims like "rich in minerals" without any specifics.
3. What Form Is It In?
Shilajit comes in several forms, and quality varies significantly between them:
- Resin — the most traditional and typically highest quality form. Less processed, higher fulvic acid concentration, and generally considered the benchmark
- Gummies — more convenient and easier to take daily. Quality depends on the extract used; look for a product that specifies its Shilajit extract percentage
- Powder/capsules — variable quality. Can be excellent or highly diluted depending on the brand. Check fulvic acid content and CoA
- Liquid — often heavily diluted. Generally not recommended unless from a very reputable source with full transparency
4. Where Is It Sourced From?
The best Shilajit comes from high-altitude regions, typically the Himalayas, Altai Mountains, or Caucasus. High altitude and specific geological conditions are what produce Shilajit with the highest mineral and fulvic acid content.
Be sceptical of products that don't mention sourcing at all, or that use vague language like "natural sources". Reputable brands are proud of where their product comes from and will tell you.
5. Is the Price Realistic?
Quality Shilajit is not cheap to source, purify, and test properly. If you're seeing Shilajit at unusually low prices (think sub-£10 for a month's supply), that's a red flag. It's either heavily diluted, inadequately purified, or untested — none of which is what you want in a supplement you're taking daily.
This doesn't mean you need to spend a fortune. But a realistic price for a quality, lab-tested Shilajit resin in the UK is typically in the £25–£45 range for a month's supply.
Quick Checklist Before You Buy
- ✅ Third-party lab test available (CoA with heavy metal results)
- ✅ Fulvic acid content specified
- ✅ Clear sourcing information
- ✅ Reputable form (resin preferred; gummies and capsules fine if extract quality is stated)
- ✅ Realistic price point
- ✅ Clear brand with contact information and a returns policy
At PEAKSPURITY, we tick every one of these boxes. Our Shilajit Resin and Shilajit Gummies are independently lab tested, clearly sourced, and made for consistent daily use.
