Are BEET Goodness Supplements SAHPRA Approved? Here’s What You Need to Know

Wait… are BEET Goodness supplements SAHPRA approved?

Great question — and one we get asked a LOT.

When customers see official wording on a supplement label, it can sometimes feel a little intimidating. But the important thing is to understand what the wording means, what it does not mean, and how complementary medicines are currently handled in South Africa.

Why does the label say “not evaluated by SAHPRA”?

You may have noticed the following statement on our product labels:

Now, we’ll be honest — that can sound a little scary at first glance.

But here’s the important part: this is standard disclaimer wording required for complementary medicines that have not yet completed the full formal registration process.

In other words, this wording does not mean the product is illegal, unsafe, poor quality, or not allowed to be sold.

It means the product falls into a category of complementary medicines that are still moving through South Africa’s broader regulatory registration process.

And this applies across the industry — not just to BEET Goodness.

What is SAHPRA?

SAHPRA stands for the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority.

They are the regulatory body responsible for overseeing health products in South Africa, including medicines, medical devices, and complementary medicines.

Their role is to help ensure that products sold to the public follow the correct rules, standards, and regulatory requirements.

For complementary medicines, this process has been developing over time and is being rolled out in phases. That means many products in the industry are currently allowed to be sold while awaiting final registration call-up and completion.

So, are BEET Goodness products legal to sell?

Yes.

BEET Goodness products were submitted to SAHPRA for evaluation in 2022 and were confirmed to fall within the applicable SAHPRA guidelines for sale to the public.

That means our products are not just “floating around” without oversight. They form part of the current complementary medicine framework and are sold in line with the relevant regulatory requirements.

No funny business. No sneaky shortcuts. Just proper BEET Goodness.

Approved for sale vs fully registered: what’s the difference?

This is where things can get confusing, so let’s break it down simply.

A product can be compliant and approved for sale without yet being a fully registered medicine.

Compliant for sale means the product has been submitted under the required framework, falls within the applicable guidelines, and may be sold to the public while the regulatory process continues.

Fully registered means the product has completed the final formal registration process and has been issued a full registration number by SAHPRA.

Many complementary medicines in South Africa are still waiting for their turn in this final registration process because SAHPRA is working through large numbers of products across the industry.

So when you see the disclaimer, it does not automatically mean something is wrong with the product. It means the product has not yet completed the final registration step.

What has BEET Goodness done behind the scenes?

Behind every BEET Goodness bottle is a lot more than a cute mascot and a purple label.

Our products were:

So while the wording on the label may sound intense, the process behind the products is structured, regulated, and taken seriously.

Beety may be cheeky, but when it comes to compliance, we don’t play games.

What does GMP mean?

GMP stands for Good Manufacturing Practice.

This refers to recognised manufacturing standards that help ensure products are made in a controlled, consistent, and quality-focused environment.

In simple terms, GMP standards help cover things like clean and controlled production environments, consistent manufacturing processes, quality checks, proper documentation, traceability, and safe handling of ingredients.

So when we say BEET Goodness products are manufactured in a SAHPRA-licensed, GMP-certified facility, it means the manufacturing process follows recognised quality and compliance standards.

That’s the kind of behind-the-scenes goodness we like.

What are NAPPI codes, and why do they matter?

Many BEET Goodness products include NAPPI codes.

A NAPPI code is a product code used in South Africa’s healthcare and medical aid systems. It helps identify products for claiming and administrative purposes.

This means customers may be able to submit qualifying BEET Goodness purchases to their medical aid or insurer, depending on their plan rules and benefits.

Important note: whether a claim is approved is always up to the medical aid or insurer. BEET Goodness provides the relevant invoice and product information, but the final claim decision sits with the medical aid.

Still, the presence of NAPPI codes is another helpful layer of transparency and product identification.

Why are complementary medicines taking so long to become fully registered?

This is not unique to BEET Goodness.

SAHPRA is working through a large number of complementary medicines across many brands and categories. The process is being rolled out in phases, which means products are reviewed and called up over time.

Full registration can require extensive supporting documentation, including things like raw material documentation, certificates of analysis, finished product testing, stability data, label reviews, safety and quality information, and supporting formulation documents.

Because of the scale of the industry, the process takes time.

So, when a product is not yet fully registered, it does not automatically mean the brand has done something wrong. In many cases, it simply means the product is still waiting within the broader regulatory process.

Does the disclaimer mean the product is unsafe?

No, not automatically.

The disclaimer is regulatory wording. It is required because the product has not yet completed the final formal registration process.

It does not mean the product is poor quality. It does not mean the product is illegal. It does not mean the product failed an evaluation. It does not mean the product cannot be sold.

It simply means that SAHPRA has not yet completed the full final registration evaluation for that product.

That said, as with all vitamins, minerals, and supplements, customers should always use products responsibly, follow the directions on the label, and speak to a healthcare professional if they are pregnant, breastfeeding, using chronic medication, managing a medical condition, or unsure whether a product is suitable for them.

That’s not scary — that’s just smart supplementing.

What does this mean for you as a BEET Goodness customer?

It means you can feel confident knowing that BEET Goodness takes compliance seriously.

You’re getting products that are made in a regulated manufacturing environment, produced according to GMP standards, submitted through the correct regulatory channels, formulated in line with applicable SAHPRA guidelines, labelled transparently, supported with NAPPI codes where applicable, and sold legally to the public.

We believe customers deserve clear answers, not confusing fine print.

That’s why we’re happy to explain what the disclaimer means, why it appears, and what steps have been taken behind the scenes.

Why transparency matters to us

At BEET Goodness, we know trust is earned.

You’re putting our products into your body, your routine, and sometimes even your family’s wellness cupboard — and that matters.

So we don’t believe in hiding behind complicated language.

We believe in being upfront.

Yes, the disclaimer is there because it is required. Yes, complementary medicine registration is still an ongoing process. Yes, BEET Goodness products have been submitted and are compliant for public sale. And yes, we will continue to follow the process as SAHPRA works through the industry.

That’s the BEET way.

Clear. Honest. UpBEET.